{"id":243,"date":"2022-03-04T08:44:19","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T08:44:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guineapiggeek.com\/?p=243"},"modified":"2022-03-16T23:07:37","modified_gmt":"2022-03-16T23:07:37","slug":"guinea-pig-hiccups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guineapiggeek.com\/guinea-pig-hiccups\/","title":{"rendered":"Can guinea pig Get hiccups? (Causes & What To Do)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Have you ever wondered if Guinea Pigs can get hiccups?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Believe it or not, guinea pigs can and do get hiccups from time to time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But do you know why? And more importantly, is there anything you can do to help them get rid of them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can be worrying when you first hear your Guinea Pig hiccup, it is very common. In fact Guinea pigs are especially susceptible to hiccups, it also looks very cute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below ill go through the causes and how to prevent and treat Guinea Pig Hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now its important to know whether or not you should be concerned about your Guinea Pigs getting hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they do get them over a short period of time and go within a few minutes, then generally there is nothing to worry about. (Although keep an eye on them<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting hiccups too often or lasting for awhile could be connected to some conditions to do with their lungs or digestion, although this is not very common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is a Hiccup?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned before, it can be very common for Guinea Pigs to get hiccups. More often than now its down to their food and the speed they eat it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see when they eat, their diaphragm muscles contract and close the vocal cords. It is this that causes hiccups in guinea pigs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Usually it doesn’t cause hiccups, however if they do eat quickly then it can happen. Eating quickly results in them consuming air and since guinea pigs are not able to be sick, the ait leaves through hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do Guinea Pigs Get Hiccups?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At some point in their life, every single guinea pig will experience hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More often than no its due to eating their food quickly. Although, if your guinea pig does get hiccups often or they last for a while, you should consult your vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can also be caused when their noses are blocked and the air cannot escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since it can be an indication of something more serious (although not common<\/em>), its worth knowing the causes and how to treat hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since you cannot use the same methods you would for a human.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide is going to help teach you some of the most common causes and quick solutions for guinea pig hiccups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Do Guinea Pigs Have Hiccups?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guinea pigs can get hiccups at any time. Since they have a lifespan of 6-8 years, you will experience their hiccups at some point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your guinea pig gets hiccups it’s often as simple as waiting for them to pass by themselves and keeping an eye on them to make sure they stay healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only more persistent hiccups should cause concern; if that’s the case then check with your vet about potential causes such as throat cancer, whooping cough or heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the most part though if your guinea pig is hiccuping once in awhile you shouldn’t worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long do guinea pig hiccups last<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Generally, guinea pig hiccups will only last for a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As already mentioned hiccups are caused when their diaphragm muscles contract. Once these relax then the hiccups should stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they are hiccupping more often or for an extended period of time, then it may be indicative of a more serious condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some symptoms to look out for if the hiccups could be related to something more serious, such as;<\/p>\n\n\n\n