Guinea Pig Health. Decoding Poop, Pee & Guinea Pig Sounds.

Let’s face it—when you love guinea pigs, you end up talking about poop, pee, and weird noises way more than you ever thought you would. But all of those little signals matter. They’re how our piggies tell us what’s going on inside their tiny bodies. They're the biggest signals to guinea pig health.

So how do you know what’s normal, what’s weird, and what’s a reason to call the vet? Let’s break it down.

💩 Poop: Small Pellets, Big Clues

Guinea pigs poop constantly. (No, seriously—constantly.) But the shape, color, and consistency of those droppings can tell you a lot about your piggy’s health.

✅Normal Poop

• Oval-shaped and uniform

• Dark brown to medium brown

• Firm but not dry or crumbly

• Consistent in size and frequency

⚠️Red Flags

• Tiny or dry pellets – May indicate dehydration or pain

• Mushy or soft stools – Possibly a diet issue or digestive upset

• No poop at all – This is an emergency. GI stasis can be life-threatening

• Unusual color – Black or green poop could signal bleeding or illness

Tip: If you suspect something’s off, check their food, water, and stress levels—and never hesitate to call a vet if pooping slows or stops.

💦 Pee: Yes, You Should Be Checking It

Piggy pee is another unsung hero of health monitoring.

✅Normal Pee

• Clear, light yellow, or slightly cloudy

• May dry with a white, chalky residue (from calcium)

• No strong odor

⚠️Red Flags

• Gritty or sandy texture – May indicate bladder sludge or stones

• Bright red urine – Could be blood (or just beets… but don’t assume)

• Squeaking or hunching during urination – Pain = vet trip

Tip: Try placing your pig on a pee pad or towel for a few minutes to check for color or grit. For a urine sample, place your Guinea pig in a large pan, feed treats, and wait for them to produce a sample. Sample can be then siphoned into a syringe.

🎶 Sound Check: What Wheeks and Whines Mean

Guinea pigs are incredibly vocal. And once you learn their language, it’s hard to miss when something changes.

✅Happy Pig Sounds

• Wheeking – “Food, please!” or excitement

• Chutting – Relaxed, curious little chatter

• Purring (low and steady) – Contentment

• Rumblestrutting – Showing off or asserting dominance

⚠️Worrisome Sounds

• Teeth chattering – Warning or annoyance

• High-pitched squeals or cries – Pain or fear

• Hooting or wheezing – Potential respiratory issue

• Unusual silence – Especially if they’re normally vocal

Tip: A quiet piggy who’s usually chatty may be a piggy who’s not feeling well.

Trust Yourself When It Comes To Guinea Pig Health

You know your piggy best. What’s “normal” can vary from one herd to another. But when your instincts say something’s off—it probably is.

Catching changes early can mean the difference between a minor adjustment and a major health crisis.

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Think of this as your poop-and-squeak cheat sheet.

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