Why My guinea pigs are always running away?

Do you want to know why your guinea pig avoids being picked up? In this video, we explain guinea pig behavior and we'll give you some tricks to pick them up for petting time.
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Guinea pigs are prey animals, and they have natural instincts to run and hide when they sense danger. When you try to pick them up, they might feel threatened, causing them to run away. However, with patience and time, it is possible to build trust with your guinea pig and make them more comfortable with handling.
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[@TheMysteriousgirl9]

To pick up your guinea pig, you should approach it with two hands. Use one hand to stop the guinea pig running forwards, and the other to stop them backing up. Place one hand under the guinea pig's chest and abdomen, and the other supports its hindquarters and weight.

[@Alek-l1t]

Oh god that one got hit 0:57

[@GuineaPigFacts]

I am glad that you notice it. Sometimes they can be very protective of their food. 😁🥰🥰

[@PURPLE_M00N_QU3EN]

I have 2 boy piggies and they always argue but after they run after eachother they cuddle and go to sleep

[@GuineaPigFacts]

They must be really happy together 😊🥰🥰

[@-chiyo_7308]

Love this!

[@GuineaPigFacts]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@opalixzz_theMM2girl]

1 of mine lets me pet them but the other one runs away

[@G1llG0dFather]

I have one male and female pig . The female one is super friendly and when I carry her she even licks me but the male one always scratch me and hides when I come near the cage. When I clean the cage and there is no hiding spot he would even try to hide in the food but the other one would squeak and hop upon seeing me

[@GuineaPigFacts]

Thanks for sharing. We only have female guinea pig at home and after a year they allow us to pick them up more easily. How many guinea pigs do you have?

[@marshacampbell341]

I’ve had my boys 3 weeks tomorrow. I can nose touch one but other runs away. But if going in to rub head they both run from me

[@GuineaPigFacts]

That's normal at first. Some piggies are more shy than others and it will take more time to allow you to pet them in the cage. Be patient and keep doing a great job with them.

[@marshacampbell341]

@@GuineaPigFacts thank you. Yea the shy one let me rub his head for a few last night without running away I’m surprised

[@siresire9778]

I just bought to of them 2 months ago... do they have toys i can buy for them?

[@GuineaPigFacts]

They’re wood stick, and some balls for rodent. You can also make your own with cardboard and the inside of paper roll. Avoid anything made out of plastic🥰🥰🥰

[@anewageofheros1944]

@GuineaPigFacts they names are K.B. and Shaq K.B. is white and orange Shaq is white and black... K.B. is a skittish Shaq just stand still if he's uncomfortable

[@TBoneSteak5500]

So how do I pick up a guinea??

[@GuineaPigFacts]

Try using a cuddle pouch or if don’t have one try using a blanket or a towel. Let them come on the blanket and gently wrap your guinea pig in it.

[@bryonpennington7667]

The one will let me pet it the other not so much

[@GuineaPigFacts]

They all have their personality and preferences 🥰🥰