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My guinea pig makes hooting noises when breathing. Is he sick or okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 4 months old | 2.2 lbs

My guinea pig has been making strange hooting noises when he breaths. It comes and goes with varying intensity. I noticed it about 3 weeks ago. Other than that he has no other obvious symptoms and seems like his usual happy self. Weight has been stable, eating, drinking, excited about his snacks etc. Best course of action for a university student (studying to be a vet!) with very little money?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 28th, 2017

This sign might be compatible with a chronic respiratory tract inflammation/infection, even though is quite vague at this stage. My suggestion would be to just monitor him in case you notice any other sign (lethargy, inappetence, coughing, sneezing, any evident discharge from nose and so on). Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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