<Li> A "wheek" is a loud noise, the name of which is onomatopoeic, also known as a whistle . An expression of general excitement, it may occur in response to the presence of its owner or to feeding . It is sometimes used to find other guinea pigs if they are running . If a guinea pig is lost, it may wheek for assistance . listen (help info) </Li> <Li> A bubbling or purring sound is made when the guinea pig is enjoying itself, such as when being petted or held . It may also make this sound when grooming, crawling around to investigate a new place, or when given food . listen (help info) </Li> <Li> A rumbling sound is normally related to dominance within a group, though it can also come as a response to being scared or angry . In these cases, the rumble often sounds higher and the body vibrates shortly . While courting, a male usually purrs deeply, swaying and circling the female in a behavior called "rumblestrutting". A low rumble while walking away reluctantly shows passive resistance . listen (help info) </Li> <Li> Chutting and whining are sounds made in pursuit situations, by the pursuer and pursuee, respectively . listen (help info) </Li>

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