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Is it normal for a pregnant guinea pig to zoom after cage cleaning?

Updated On December 4th, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 7 days old

Guinea 62 days preggers and running around in circles after i cleaned her cage. Normal?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 8th, 2018

This can be normal. I don't think this has anything to do with her being pregnant. Many animals get excited and run around once their cage has been cleaned. I wouldn't worry about it. Just keep a close eye on her as the gestation period is anywhere from 59-72 days. Best wishes.

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