Hey, so I've had my two long haired fur babes for just under a year now, they're both very bubbly and like to run around and popcorn, they eat lots of veggies and love coming out of their cage to snuggle! But I've noticed they're still very nervous when it comes to me handling them, pixie isn't as nervous as Luna (black) when it comes to handling, I guess I'm just wondering if there's any tips on how to get a stronger bond going between us! Thanks
Had guinea pigs just under a year but theyre still nervous
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Hi and welcome!
Please take the time to read these two guides here. You may find them very helpful:
How To Pick Up And Weigh Your Guinea Pig
Understanding Prey Animal Instincts, Guinea Pig Whispering And Cuddling Tips
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Talk to them all the time.
Be gentle and patient.
Remember they are prey animals- their default position is: “you’re going to eat me, run!”
Some piggies never like being picked up but yours sound happy and the bond is probably stronger than you realise.
We have to relate to them on their terms.
Welcome to the forum and I hope we’ll see lots more of those beauties
Be gentle and patient.
Remember they are prey animals- their default position is: “you’re going to eat me, run!”
Some piggies never like being picked up but yours sound happy and the bond is probably stronger than you realise.
We have to relate to them on their terms.
Welcome to the forum and I hope we’ll see lots more of those beauties