well not so much shaking as vibrating yep iv had him about 6 weeks and when i pick him up evry couple of sec's he starts shaking even if i just keep him in his cage he keep shaking whats up whit him is he just scared?
Fourteen answers:
neelloc_lizzie
2007-05-09 20:25:34 UTC
He is just adjusting to his new environment around him. Give him some time and be sure that you have no dogs or cats and play with him frequently. If you notice that it is cold or too hot, you should take him to a vet and if he has been nibbling on platic or other material that he shouldn't be, take it to a vet immediatly.
2007-05-10 19:03:49 UTC
It's hard to tell what you mean by shaking.
When guinea pigs are content -- such as when they're on your lap and being petted -- they'll make a noise that sounds like a rumbling/purring and their bodies will kind of vibrate while they're making that sound. It feels almost like you have a little motor on your lap. Some will do this a couple of times while you're holding them, some seem like they just can't stop themselves...especially if the way you're petting their back or scritching behind their ears feels really good. If this sound is what you're hearing, it's a compliment.
If what you're seeing is shakier than this, your guinea pig could be scared or could be cold. Try letting him curl up in a towel while on your lap (or in a fleece cozy sak, a favorite among guinea pigs) and see if he relaxes. You can find some wonderful saks at http://www.cozycavy.com.
nerdgirl77
2007-05-13 20:01:10 UTC
Hello!
Could your guinea pig be seriously ill?
My sister recently started keeping guinea pigs. One of hers was always jittery. Even after a few weeks, he would still be uncomfortable with my sister handling him. She notices that he was losing some hair. She took him to the vet, who determined he had cancer and had to be put down. She was devastated! I hope that is not the case with your guinea pig.
2007-05-09 20:38:41 UTC
Its probally that he is either scared or cold, you should keep a blacket over the cage at night, and make sure there isnt any other big animals around or mirrors where he can see himself :)
GOOD LUCK~~!
aury
2007-05-09 22:40:59 UTC
He could be making his mating call which is sort of like a purr but there whole body shakes. He could be scared.
beansfamily
2007-05-10 13:50:54 UTC
i have a gerbil that never stops shaking. shes fine. ur guinea pig will be fine 2.
Trina
2007-05-11 14:59:55 UTC
Mine do that - I do not believe it has anything to do with fear as my most friendliest guinea pigs do it (who have lived with me for 3+ years). I think they mainly do it when they are cold.
maisywaldo
2007-05-10 10:42:17 UTC
I have a gunie pig and she shakes. It usuelly happens when it is cold. we set up her pen near a heater. she also shakes if I touch her in places she doesnt like.
2007-05-09 20:24:00 UTC
well years ago I had guinea pigs,and they did the same thing!I was told that it meant they were excited,then when the babies were born,the darn little babies did the same thing!!I always thought it was kinda funny&sometimes he&she would even jump& shake!!Im sure your guinea pig will be just fine.
2007-05-10 16:26:53 UTC
he either is having seasures or he is scared call and talk to a vet dont schedual anything just ask for his opinion and if he thinks its serious then look into taking him in
Brigit B
2007-05-09 21:05:40 UTC
HES SCARED. dOES HE SHAKE WHEN YOU PET HIM IN HIS CAGE
blue_vue
2007-05-09 21:30:25 UTC
he is probably just scared and nerves. give him time to adjust to you and his new surroundings.
ChiefTokembowl2 p
2007-05-09 20:17:17 UTC
yeah ,maybe he is still getting used to you , and his enviorment , so he is scared. either that or his hamster food is laced with pcp or something?!
2007-05-09 20:27:17 UTC
Have you found any heroine needles in his cage?
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