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Yes, guinea pigs live from about 6-8 years hamsters only about 5.
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Guinea pigs tend to live longer, up to 8-10 years with very good care. Hamsters in most cases live to 3 years, but can live longer with excellent care, as above^^^^^^^^^^^ :)
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Who has a longer life span a guinea pig or a hamster?
A hamster is much more faster than guinea pigs. They are nocturnal, that means they are active at night. Guinea pigs are a little more "laid back and relaxed". But it really depends on what breed. Like, abbysinian guinea pigs are faster than your average American shorthair. Did you know, that hamsters can run in their little wheels up to 8miles at night! Hope this helped!
What lives longer a dwarf hamser or a guinea pig?
Guinea Pigs live longer than Dwarf Hamsters.
What is the average lifesapan of a hamster?
the average lifespan of a hamster is around 1-2 years, but there are many hamsters that can live longer than that.
Which wil cost the most money guinea-pig or a hamster?
A guinea pig may cost a little more than a hamster.
Is a hamster's hearing better than a guinea pigs hearing?
i think a guinea pig's hearing is better than a hamster's because i tried to sneak up to my guinea pig but when i saw my guinea pig it was staring straight at me like it knew i was there already. i once owned a hamster and they did not notice me very often as much as guinea pigs. ;D
What if your hamster just died and you are planing to buy a small pet that will last longer any siggestions?
guinea pigs are great pets...i have two. they live from 5-7 years old. they're a bit bigger than hamsters
Do bigger hamsters live longer than smaller ones?
Your question is not very clear. Do you mean of the same type of hamster? e.g are bigger syrians likely to live longer than smaller syrians,or are syrians likely to live longer than dwarfs or Russians for instance?
Can Syrain hamsters live longer than 2 and a half years?
I don't think that is possible... She may just be a fat hamster.
Can teddy bear hamsters live longer than 3 years?
The average for a hamster is about 2-2 1/2 but they can live to about 3 years in exceptional cases!
How will you know if your pet is a guinea pig or a hamster?
Guinea pigs is a lot bigger than hamsters. A hamster is about the length of one baseball while an adult guinea pig is about the size of three baseballs. In fact, if you place food in front of a grown guinea pig, it can stretch itself to the length of a foot with ease. A hamster wouldn't stretch to that length, not even when forced.
Is a hamster cheaper than a guinea pig?
To buy initially, yes. Long term depends on if you buy your hamster fun exciting cages and toys. They can get pretty expensive. Guinea pigs don't need fancy stuff.
Do hamters and guinea pigs get along?
NO! please do not attempt to put them together. The guinea pig will more than likely try to kill/eat the hamster.
