There are several reasons why your guinea pig may be vibrating. This behavior can occur because of its surrounding environment, TV volume, or hiding place, or it can be a sign of illness. If your guinea pig starts vibrating a lot, it is important to visit your veterinarian for a proper diagnosis. Listed below are a few reasons why your guinea pig may be vibrating.
Your guinea pig may be shaking because it’s cold. You can rule out a cold room by observing the temperature of the pig’s environment. You can move your guinea pig to a warmer location if the shaking persists. However, if the shaking doesn’t go away, it may be a sign of something more serious. In the meantime, you can reduce the level of stimulation in the room. Avoid using TV sounds in your guinea pig’s environment.
A fearful vibration could be an indication of aggression. Although guinea pigs are gentle animals, they are not immune to aggressive behavior. Unlike cats and dogs, they are more likely to react to a perceived threat than to flee. Nonetheless, you should not ignore any indications of fear or aggression in your guinea pig. Moreover, a guinea pig should be left alone if it is in a bad mood or not eating properly.
If your guinea pig has no territory, he or she may be displaying aggressive behavior in the area around the house. Vibrating is one of the ways to demonstrate physical desirability to females. If you ignore this behavior, your guinea pig may fight in an attempt to establish dominance. Alternatively, it may be displaying other behaviors to show that you are not their sole target.
While your guinea pig may be exhibiting a range of behaviors that are not entirely related to aggression, it’s important to understand why he’s humming. It’s common for guinea pigs to show their dominance in the area. It can be done by stamping their feet or vibrating their bodies. However, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your guinea pig is in any way hurt.
Another reason why guinea pigs vibrate is because they’re cold. Unlike other animals, they are not used to being exposed to extreme temperatures and respond by shivering. Therefore, if you see your guinea pig vibrating, immediately move it to a warmer area. Regardless of the reason, it’s important to keep the temperature around 65 degrees Fahrenheit year round.
Your guinea pig may be feeling lonely and stressed. Fortunately, this condition doesn’t last long. A companion pig will often reduce your guinea pig’s vibrations. In addition, the presence of toys can distract your guinea pig from their loneliness. When these toys and activities are removed, the guinea pig’s vibrations may begin to subside.
