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I have a pet rabbit, but I've never had a guinea pig. I was considering on getting a guinea pig after I read up a lot on them. I like my rabbit enough but I was wondering if maybe a guinea pig is friendlier than a rabbit. I'm not giving up my rabbit as I love her too much but it would be great if I could get more opinions as to which tends to be more friendlier, rabbits or guinea pigs.

2006-08-09 08:01:08 · 46 answers · asked by Animal Girl 4 in Pets Other - Pets

46 answers

Those aren't pets they are RODENTS.

2006-08-09 08:05:10 · answer #1 · answered by Zelda 6 · 0 2

I think it depends on the individual guinea pig or rabbit, in my opinion. Some are really friendly and some aren't. The more time you spend with them, the friendlier both will be, but some are just plain friendlier than others. I'm not sure I would take the gamble of getting a pig just on the off chance it *might* be friendlier than the rabbit. You might be stuck with TWO pets that aren't as friendly as you'd like.

I have two guinea pigs, neither of which is as friendly as my cat :) But I still love 'em - they're very sweet.

check out www.cavycages.com to learn how to build the proper size cage for a guinea pig for cheaper than you can buy one at the pet store. The guy further on down who says he has two pigs that stink says that because he is not housing his pigs properly. I have two girls in a cavycage and they never stink. Store bought cages are not big enough for guinea pigs -even the cages meant for rabbits are often too small for them.

2006-08-09 08:05:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I think guinea pigs are friendlier than rabbits. I had a guinea that lived for 5 years, she was skittish but sweet, and she had a companion who lived just as long as she. As long as they are socialized with people and another guinea pig, they're good to go. They won't kick you when angered, like a rabbit will. They just back up extremely fast to get away from someone or something they don't like. They don't bite, either. Well, mine didn't.

They squeal when hungry or happy. They purr too, and I swear they only did that when they were in heat. After a while, they will start to squeal when they see you going near their food, opening up a bag of food to put in their bowl, or if they see that you have lettuce or a honey stick. They know it means food. lol Oh, and they jump up in the air when happy too, it's a quick little jump. Looks odd, kinda startling at first. You can teach them tricks, like standing up on their hind legs (oh yes, they can do it! With lettuce for incentive! lol) but mind you, that takes TIME and patience.

They're sweeties. I hope you get one. Make sure if you do, it has a companion. Girls and girls get along ok. Boys and boys don't. Girl and boy should be alright, but get one or both of them spayed or neutered. I don't suggest that you make the rabbit its companion because neither animal grew up with each other and the rabbit could seriously hurt the guinea with a well-placed kick.

Lastly: Guineas generate a lot of poo. I'm sorry, it's true. Clean the cage once a week...the WHOLE cage with disinfectant. They chew a lot, and they will chew on the bars. You might wake up in the morning to a little jack-hammering noise. Properly cared for, a guinea can live up to 7 years.

2006-08-11 07:31:53 · answer #3 · answered by Jonnae L 3 · 1 0

I have 6 rabbits now, and I've had at least 4 guinea pigs in the past. I prefer rabbits to guinea pigs b/c with all the pigs I've had, only one of them has died of old age. I don't think that their lifespan is very long...I still like them...but I prefer rabbits, I suppose.

2006-08-17 07:53:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Having raised both, we've found that overall, guinea pigs are friendlier. By that I mean they are more vocal, using squeaks and squeals to let you know what they want. Rabbits are just more quiet about it usually. Rabbits are more apt to bite than pigs, too. They're a good animal for small children. Overall, it's really just a matter of preference.

2006-08-15 06:50:41 · answer #5 · answered by But Inside I'm Screaming 7 · 0 0

No No, Rabbits are the best, ive had almost every kind of domestic and not so domestic animals in my life, i had a guinea pig recently, its my sisters now - and it really wasnt much fun, they're very small creatures, and get sick very easily, easily hurt if you are careless - Rabbits on the other hand are just as friendly, less likely to become ill, larger, cute and more fun, Rabbits are just great.

2006-08-09 08:08:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

I like rabbits better. Guinea pigs do tend to be a little more outgoing, some rabbits are outgoing but others don't really care much about you unless you're carrying food. But guinea pigs squeal & whistle, and that drives me crazy.

2006-08-09 08:41:14 · answer #7 · answered by BB 5 · 0 0

Guinea pigs are a much better pet .my wife has raised rabbits for over thirty years .rabbits are farm animals like ,pigs goats chickens and ducks, which we also have. don't get me wrong I don't dislike these animals but they don't make an affectionate pet.if you can't have a dog a Guinea pig would definitely be better than a rabbit. unless you would like to eat your mitake ,then go with the rabbit.

2006-08-14 00:57:08 · answer #8 · answered by Linden J 1 · 0 0

well, both rabbits and guinea pigs are great pets, since you have a female rabbit i suggest you get a male guinea pig, with lots of time together and a bit of luck, you might end up with young ones that posess the attributes of both species. hope you are englightned, luv & peace.

2006-08-15 02:26:43 · answer #9 · answered by cyberchessnut 2 · 0 0

Definatley the lovely GP. Rabbits can be very territorial, bite and also use their back feet as they would against other rabbits, especially the males/buck. It does depend on the breed to a certain extent, still buy your GP carefully. They are much better to have if it is going to be a childrens pet. Still be present if your child is handling her, for the safety of both. Have as much information on diet and the care of your pet before you purchase. PS...I had a rabbit that had a GP companion for many years...introduce them slowly to eachother and if in doubt separate them at night.

2006-08-09 08:09:52 · answer #10 · answered by minitheminx65 5 · 0 0

well in my opinion..it matters on the pets personality! you could get a rabbit thats nice or one that is mean and the same thing with a guinea pig!

2006-08-09 08:06:02 · answer #11 · answered by jeddalee07 1 · 1 0

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