This can make it doubly challenging to notice when your guinea pig is under stress but recognizing these subtle signs is essential for keeping them happy and healthy. One of the first signs of stress ...

They might run and hide if they're unsure whether they are safe. Explore and munch. A calm, happy guinea pig will move around their cage, eating and exploring. They'll interact with cage-mates or ...

When guinea pigs are well cared for, they exhibit a behavior called "popcorning." "Sometimes a happy guinea pig will run, hop and give a little twist," Jarvis says. "This means they are very happy." ...