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new guinea pig.

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Question
i have a new guinea pig and i brought him home today. hes been running around his cage. should i be worried? and any tips for me?

Answer
Congratulations on your new pet. Remember that any pet you bring into your household will be frightened and confused for a few days. The best thing to do is leave them completely alone and don't make contact except for putting in food and water.

After a few days your pig will get familiar with the new sights, sounds and smells of his new home and he'll settle down and allow you to handle him. But give him a chance first to become familiar with his new home and realize he is safe.  

The running around may be a response to not knowing where he is or whether he's in danger. That's normal behavior and will stop after a few days of resting and understanding what is around him.