Why does my guinea pig puff air?

Pigs secrete thick, whitish 'tears' that they use to groom... some of them make a puff sounds prior to grooming as they get the 'tears' flowing.
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Why does my guinea pig keep sniffing the air?

Sniffing. By means of sniffing your guinea pig is learning about its surroundings and potential food sources. Owner may also notice that a guinea pig will occasionally sniff the air with their head stretched out, when it is being watchful and curious, wondering what's going on and who is out there.
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What does a stressed guinea pig sound like?

A shorter sounding, apprehensive purr may mean fear. Alternately, fear can be signaled by a high-pitched squeak or shriek. Hissing: This sound may also sound like chattering teeth and is a sign that your pet guinea pig is angry or aggressive.
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Can guinea pigs fart?

But, can guinea pigs also fart? Well, sadly yes! This phenomenon is completely normal and natural but did you know that too much gas can become dangerous? Even though their digestive system is broadly similar to ours, guinea pigs are unable to pass large quantity of gas through their intestines.
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How can you tell if a pig is happy?

Luckily, many visible signs indicate a pig is happy, including panting, soft grunting, playful barks, tail wagging, and other behaviors. Most happy pig noises are low-pitched, and a happy pig will come across as curious and calm, rather than alarmed or aggressive.
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How do guinea pigs say hello?

A nose bump is a friendly hello, between piggies or a guinea pig and a human. This is the piggy version of the air kiss or the handshake.
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How do I know if my guinea pig is happy?

A happy guinea pig

A good appetite and enthusiasm for food. Plenty of activity (not at all lethargic) “Popcorning” (when a guinea pig leaps into the air with happiness) Lots of communication in the form of their various vocalizations, including “wheeking” and other squeaks, whistles, and purring sounds.
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Do guinea pigs laugh?

Admittedly it sounds like a laugh but it is not a response to humour. Similarly, guinea pigs are known to 'chuckle' and when parrots 'laugh' they are merely immitating sounds they have previously heard.
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Why does my guinea pig flatten out when I pet her?

Guinea pigs lay flat because they feel safe and comfortable enough with you and their surroundings, and they just want to lay still and relax for a while. Most of the time there's no problem with a guinea pig lying down flat because it just shows that it's peaceful enough for them to be able to relax out in the open.
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Why does my guinea pig vibrate when I pet her?

Good vibrations

When petting your guinea pig, you may notice it start to vibrate. Much like when cats purr, these vibrations show that they are at ease and are in a good mood. This response is more commonly seen in younger guinea pigs, a characteristic that they grow out of as they get older.
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Why do guinea pigs stamp their feet?

Well, guinea pig rumble strutting is known to be a mating dance but can also be seen as an act of dominance.
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Do guinea pigs sneeze?

An occasional sneeze from your piggy is not usually anything to worry about. Just like us, guinea pigs can get particles up their nose and they may sneeze to shift the blockage.
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Do guinea pigs understand you?

While guinea pigs generally lack the capacity to learn commands, you can still communicate through tone and familiar noises and routines. You can also learn what they are trying to tell you through their variety of wheeks, squeaks and other noises.
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How do pigs cry?

During these distressing situations, the pigs generally produced cries of agony in the form of screams, squeals, and barks that were longer in length. The researchers noticed that the cries were extra variable in frequency than the sounds of happy pigs.
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Where do pigs like to be scratched?

Get Belly Rubs

Some pigs like this more than others, and the ones who are particularly fond of getting a good belly rub have been known to drop to the ground expectantly at the feet of their companions, waiting for the rub to begin!
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Why do pigs nudge you?

They can nip or lunge at them, give them a head swipe or forcefully nudge them for attention. These behaviors are usually dominance games that pigs would be playing with each other. So, if a pig nudges you and you move away, the pig may assume that she has won the dominance game and has become your boss.
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Why does my guinea pig stare at me?

Guinea pigs often stare at people because they want attention. Perhaps piggies need to be cuddled, pet, or you should bring them a toy. They behave this way if they're used to being around humans and have bonded with their owners.
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How do I know if my guinea pig is cold?

How Do I Know If My Guinea Pig Is Too Cold?
  1. If you notice your cavy's ears, nose, or feet are cold to the touch, then their body temperature is too low.
  2. If you have a thermometer, you can use it in their enclosure to see if they're too cold. ...
  3. They'll also shiver and huddle together (if you have more than one).
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Do guinea pigs snore?

Guinea pigs can snore as well. If your buddy is relaxing on your lap and snores, it means he feels comfortable. NOTE: Just to be on the safe side, if your guinea pig starts to make similar sounds to snoring or wheezing/clicking when breathing, be sure to check for any symptoms of illness.
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Why does my guinea pig lift their head when I pet him?

When a guinea pig wants you to stop stroking them on their head, they will suddenly lift their head up, in the hope that they can remove your hand.
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Do guinea pigs get Zoomies?

Zoomies is something energetic guinea pigs get from time to time, and they'll usually just run in circles around their cage. This is very common with young guinea pigs, but adult guinea pigs get zoomies too.
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How do I know if my guinea pig wants attention?

It can also be sometimes used for attention. If your guinea pig is feeling neglected, you might hear a couple chirrup noises as they seek their owner's attention.
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Do guinea pigs cry?

So, although we wouldn't consider guinea pigs to cry 'emotional tears', like all mammals their eyes do produce physical tears. This is to keep their eye moist and clean.
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Why do guinea pigs jump and twitch?

When content and running around you may occasionally see your guinea pig jump, twist and jerk, making a grumbling purring noise as they go. This is usually as a display of happiness and if witnessed in a healthy guinea pig, exploring or playing in their environment, then it should be enjoyed as a sign they are happy.
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