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Guinea Pig Zoomies: Happy Running or Panic?
Guinea pigs sometimes race laps around the cage. Learn when zoomies are happy exercise and when running is a sign of fear.
Happy zoomies
- Running laps with popcorns.
- Often during floor time or after cleaning.
- Relaxed body and normal eating afterward.
Panic running
- Darting with no direction.
- Hiding immediately afterward.
- Loud squeals.
- Triggered by noises, pets or handling.
Encourage healthy exercise
- Long open spaces in the cage.
- Daily floor time in a safe pen.
- Tunnels and rearranged layouts.