My guinea pig looks sad with my dog. How can I introduce them?

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Hi How should I do my guinea pig adapt with my dog.he looks sad. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It can be difficult anytime you introduce a new pet to the home. I would start by having the gibes pig in a room in the house where your dog cannot go. This allows your dog to get used to the smells of the guinea pig before introduction. Then start with a few minutes of a time of interaction. You hold the guinea pig while your dog is allowed to see him. All the while reminding your dog of the training word "gentle". Increase these "play dates" each week until you are confident your dog will follow the command gentle. Reward your dog with positive reinforcement each time he is gentle. This can be treats, verbal Praise and petting. Guinea pigs are prey animals by nature so they may be frightened of dogs which are predator animals. With this in mind always try to make your Guiena pig Marino feel safe, and be ready to rescue him if he becomes overly frightened.

My guinea pig looks sad with my dog. How can I introduce them?

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