• robocall@lemmy.world
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    1 month ago

    The guinea pig is probably asking for shelter because it’s a prey animal and worried about being killed by birds, critters, pets, etc…

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      1 month ago

      It’s probably not asking anything as it most likely has no concept what a question even is or any theory of mind about humans.

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        1 month ago

        They tend to get stressed being exposed outside because they want to feel secure. They know they can’t fight against predators.

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        They actually make special whistle noises just for humans and they certainly ask for food. The are very social, and can get very depressed alone or if a partner dies.