a guinea pig, than a hamster
because i have hamsters now, but would like to get 2 guinea pigs, how much harder is it to take care of guinea pigs?
2007-06-30 08:11:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Rodents
I have two dwarf hamsters and 1 guinea pig right now! Well, guinea pigs needs to be let out longer then hamsters do. They also need to go to the vet more then a hamster needs to. Guinea pigs are the only animals that really need Vitamin C. They NEED Vitamin C. If they don't get it, they could get VERY sick. Please read up on ginea pigs before adopting one (or two). I hope that this helps!
2007-06-30 08:31:56 · answer #1 · answered by my guinea pig ToTo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are completely different animals of course, with much different needs. While hamsters are generally solitary, guinea pigs do best in pairs (or more). They need Vitamin C added to their diets, which is best done by providing daily veggies and fruit. They need unlimited hay. They require a much bigger cage, obviously, so more cleaning (and they are pooping machines!).
I'd also have to say they'll require more vet care. There just seem to be more medical issues with guineas compared to hamsters. And most importantly, guinea pigs live on the average 5 to 7 years, much more than a hamster's 2. However, I do believe you can 'bond' better with a guinea pig than you can with a hammie.
Please do plenty of research before you make a decison. And consider adoption rather than buying from a pet-mill supporting petstore!
2007-06-30 09:13:42 · answer #2 · answered by ellenvega 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i use to have a hamster but i have a Guinea pig now and it is so much easier taking care of a Guinea pig but if you get one of them you have to get vitamins
2007-06-30 08:34:20 · answer #3 · answered by NeverShoutEver! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
guinea pigs have a different diet than hamsters, you need to make sure they get vitamin c in their diets and fresh fruits and veggies. They also may require more attention than a hamster. Also should exercise them.
2007-06-30 08:15:55 · answer #4 · answered by RatHouseCafe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say harder but more involved for guinea pigs. You have to do more grooming.
2007-06-30 08:14:58 · answer #5 · answered by idontcare530@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-05 11:05:11 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well i think hamsters are easier because they are bigger and are constantly eating! I would do some research on both of them so you know the responsibility of both of them! Or you can go to the pet store and ask which one is more work! Good luck!
2007-06-30 10:10:42 · answer #7 · answered by ............ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not any harder, just more mess and smell!
2007-06-30 08:54:44 · answer #8 · answered by luckford2004 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
more hair
2007-06-30 08:36:19 · answer #9 · answered by Smiley 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋