Behavior Crazy guinea pig!

[RoxyandLilo]

I recently got two guinea pigs, one named Cora and one named Allie. Allie is really shy but is fine once she's in your lap. But Cora, she's a crazy girl! I love her to death already, she's precious, but she hates being held...passionately . She's seemingly not afraid of anything and she's only a couple months old. She's so adventurous. During play time, she is running around trying to find ways to escape the huge pen I made. She does this when she's in the cage too. I'm constantly trying to find ways to intellectually stimulate her because seriously, she's so smart it amazes me. I know she's happy cause she's always zooming around the cage and popcorning. I tried to hold her today and she kept running off my lap trying to explore and when I brought her back after several times she nipped me. I know babies do this but I think she's got a feisty side. What is your advice? She's super sweet to Allie, they snuggle. I'm happy that's not a problem.

 

[bpatters]

She's probably trying to tell you she's bored with lap time. Try giving her treats that she likes while you're holding her, and don't make the cuddle sessions too long. Or try holding her after she's been really active for a while and then has eaten -- she may be sleepier and more willing to just veg out.

 

[RoxyandLilo]

I had her in my lap for like 20 seconds and she was ready to go! I'm all for letting her explore but I also want her to be used to being held, you know? I didn't even think to grab food, I'll do that next attempt

 

[Thumper27]

George is about 9 months or so, is curious (that's how he got his name). I have had him sense Sept. But food is his weakness. He loves to get off my lap and go adventuring and typing on the computer and stuff. He also likes my shoulder more then he likes my lap lol. But I'd say try the food, be patient, and pet her as much (even while zooming lol) as possible. She'll get used to being held, and believe me a piggie's heart is in their stomach!

 

[RoxyandLilo]

Thank you for the advice !