What lives longer a guinea pig or a hamster?

Answer 1

That's hard to say. I've had many hamsters, and currently have 3 pet guinea pigs. So here are the Pros and Cons of each: Pros of guinea pigs include: Larger animals, so you can hold them easier and interact a little better; they communicate much more than most hamsters; they have more distinct personalities; guinea pigs can't climb, so while you still need a top for the cage, you don't have to worry about them climbing out as much; a lot of guinea pigs just 'sleep' at different times of the day- they are not nocturnal; SOME guinea pigs can go longer when being held and not go to the bathroom on you; when guinea pigs trust you enough to lick you, you feel really happy and content; guinea pigs will lie down on you and stretch out if they feel comfortable enough. Pros of hamsters include: They do not poop as much, or have as big poops as guinea pigs; they pee less when they do pee; they don't make such a big mess in their cage; you don't have to have as big a cage as guinea pigs and you don't need to clean it as often; you don't have to feed them as much; some say hamsters may be cuter; hamsters might look cuter while they are sleeping because they can achieve different positions, making it cuter to watch them sleep. Cons of guinea pigs include: Harder to clean the cages; you have to clean the cages more often; you have to feed them more; if you hold them for too long they WILL poop on you; some may pee on you when held for too long; they REQUIRE vitamin C supplements EVERY day; they MUST have their fingernails clipped every so often; they might need to have their teeth trimmed- which would be best to take the pig to the vet; it would be best to wash the guinea pig every month or every other month; they smell more than hamsters. Cons of hamsters include: Not as easy to hold them as guinea pigs; they are very active and run around a lot, making them hard for small children to hold; hamsters may bite people (guinea pigs will too- but not very often, if you treat them right); hamsters are known to try to climb to the top of the cage, push the top off and escape (mine have- almost all 8 of them); if the hamsters do escape, and run under say the refrigerator, it would be extremely difficult to retrieve them; hamsters are prone to tumors from running against the sides of their treadmill (guinea pigs are not - it would be AWFUL to give them exercise wheels and balls- they can severely hurt their backs and feet). Hope this helps.

Answer 2

I think its guinea-pigs!

I have had 2 hamsters , Marie and ? (it was a longtime ago!), both lived 3 years my guinea-pig , Snowy, lived to around 6-7 years!

this is hopefully correct!

Mitta2345

If any1 wants 2 comment I'll be happy if u would!

Answer 3

They stink, and they give off odor, and may be messy or dirty. They are friendly, shy, but once they get to know you, can be very happy.