Your guinea pig is pretty sturdy but can be injured if handled roughly or he can even die if you drop him. Thus you need to learn to pick up your guinea pig properly. Get your piggy accustomed to you by talking or singing to home while sitting close to the cage. Drape your hand inside the cage for your piggy to explore. You can also gain his trust while hand feeding him. When you are ready to pick up your guinea pig, act quickly and efficiently. Place one hand under your pig’s chest just behind his front legs. Use the other hand to scoop up his rear end and keep him horizontal as you lift him. Pull your piggy close to your chest so he doesn’t wriggle free. Be prepared to lower him to the floor if you start to lose a grip on him. For more information, contact your Orangevale, CA veterinarian. Click here.