Can guinea pigs give you rabies?

Answer 1

They can have rabies. Then again, humans can have rabies too. As can dogs, raccoons, squirrels etc. This is why when a bite occurs it might be wise to get a rabies shot. Most symptoms of rabies do not occur until the later stages of the virus.

no they do not.

Answer 2

Because guinea pigs are usually indoor pets, its unusual for them to contract rabies. Being a mammal however, it is possible.

Answer 3

no guinea pigs will never get rabies unless they have been put next to a wild animal who has it

Answer 4

No, they shouldn't because they are indoor pets that shouldn't and aren't normally put in danger of rabies.

Answer 5

There is no known documented case of a gerbil having rabies. They also do not carry the hantavirus - that's what mice carry.

Answer 6

Yes, all animals can including humans.

Answer 7

no