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friends...not any more

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Question
i have put my guineapig back with her female friends she was with before i put her with the male and now she tries and bites them or headbutts them, why and what shall i do ?

Answer
Amy --

What you are witnessing is simply a readjustment to the cage.  Fighting is normal among guinea pigs who are recently introduced, so unless it is abnormally violent (i.e. serious bleeding, etc.) or lasts for more than 2 days, I wouldn't worry about it.

I hope this is helpful.  If you have any more questions, please feel free to contact me.  Good luck!

Lorena