Guinea pigs are very friendly pets and are not prone to aggression.
However, in some cases these animals can still bite.
And there may be several reasons for such behavior of the pet.
Inconvenience and discomfort
The animal may start biting if it feels uncomfortable or uneasy.
Your pet may start to behave this way if you try to restrict its movements or perform certain actions that are unpleasant for it, for example, trimming its claws or washing it.
In such cases, the animal may try to express its dissatisfaction by biting.
To avoid such situations, when performing procedures that are unpleasant for the guinea pig, you can reward it with some of its favorite treats.
Stress and fear
Negative emotions can also cause your pet to start biting.
In particular, such behavior may be caused by stress or fear.
For example, the animal could be scared by sharp and loud sounds. Also, stress in the pet can be caused by improper handling or change of conditions.
Therefore, in such a situation it is better not to disturb the pig and give it a chance to calm down.
Poor health and illness
Animals that feel unwell need peace and quiet.
However, sometimes owners may not notice signs of illness in the animal and disturb it. Therefore, bites can become a response.
So it is worth observing the behavior of the pet. And if there are any other symptoms, contact a specialist.
Previously we wrote about how to feed a guinea pig in winter.
