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Guinea Pig Puberty: Teenage Behavior and Dominance

Guinea pigs go through hormonal teenage months. Learn what behavior changes to expect and how to keep pairs settled.

When it happens

Behavior changes are common between around four and fifteen months, especially in boars.

What to expect

  • More rumbling and mounting.
  • Chasing and nipping.
  • Testing the hierarchy again.

Keeping the peace

  • Extra space and hides.
  • Duplicated resources.
  • Patience; most pairs settle.

Sources

Guinea pig care guidance, made for cavies

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  • Photo breed identification in seconds
  • Symptom checker with urgency guidance
  • Food Scanner: harmful foods, vitamin C and serving guidance
  • Sound Translator and cage setup guidance
  • Poop & Pee Checker for care observations, not diagnosis
  • Save a profile and history for each pig
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