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My guinea pig makes sounds/squeaks - is that normal? - Brooks-Falls Veterinary Hospital

It is super normal. A lot of Guinea pigs are very vocal, and they have a wide variety of sounds they make depending on if they're happy or sad.

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What does it mean if my guinea pig bites me? - Brooks-Falls Veterinary Hospital

Sometimes they mistake you for food if you cut up some veggies, things like that, but in general, it means that they don't like whatever you're doing, so stop.

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Do guinea pigs bite? - Brooks-Falls Veterinary Hospital

They can bite. Hopefully, if you socialize them well enough, they won't, but if you startle them or they're not well socialized and not used to something, they can bite.

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Are guinea pigs friendly? - Brooks-Falls Veterinary Hospital

They can be. Many guinea pigs are friendly and enjoy scratches, but it depends on how well socialized they are.

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