Editing Guinea pig (section)

===Vocalization===
Vocalization is the primary means of communication between members of the species.{{sfn|Terril|Clemons|1998|p=7}} These are the most common sounds made by the guinea pig:{{sfn|Terril|Clemons|1998|pp=7–8}}
*A "''wheek''" is a loud noise, the name of which is [[onomatopoeia|onomatopoeic]], also known as a whistle. An expression of general excitement may occur in response to the presence of its owner or 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. {{Audio|Guinea Pig Feeding Wheek.ogg|listen}}
*A bubbling or purring sound is made when the guinea pig enjoys itself, such as when petting and holding. It may also make this sound when grooming, crawling around to investigate a new place, or when given food. {{Audio|Guinea Pig Happy.ogg|listen}}
*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 the case of being scared, the rumble often sounds higher, and the body vibrates shortly. While courting, a male usually purrs deeply, swaying and circling the female{{sfn|Wagner|Manning|1976|p=39}} in a behavior called ''rumblestrutting''. A low rumble while walking away reluctantly shows [[Passive aggressive|passive]] resistance. {{Audio|Guinea Pig Keep Away.ogg|listen}}
*Chutting and whining are sounds made in pursuit situations by the pursuer and pursuee, respectively. {{Audio|Guinea Pig Angry.ogg|listen}}
*A chattering sound is made by rapidly gnashing the [[tooth|teeth]], and is generally a sign of warning. Guinea pigs tend to raise their heads when making this sound.
*Squealing or shrieking is a high-pitched sound of discontent in response to pain or danger. {{Audio|Guinea Pig In Distress.ogg|listen}}
*Chirping, a less common sound likened to [[bird vocalization|bird song]], seems to be related to stress or discomfort or when a baby guinea pig wants to be fed. Very rarely, the chirping will last for several minutes. {{Audio|Guinea Pig Chirping.ogg|listen}}