New guinea pig squeals when picked up. Is it normal or am I hurting her?

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My new Guinea pig squeals and squeaks when I pick her up. I am scared that the way I am picking her up is hurting her. I try to approach her calmly and pet her before I scoop my hands underneath her. Am I doing anything wrong or is it normal for her to do that? I'm still new to being a guinea pig parent. I just want to be sure I'm not causing her any harm. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I think is perfectly normal for her to do that (vocalizing may be an actual good sign!) and, by your description of what you are doing, I think you are not doing anything wrong at all! 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.

New guinea pig squeals when picked up. Is it normal or am I hurting her?

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