Whats the best rodent to have....?

Question

A Rat, Guinea Pig, or a Hamster?

Answer 1

hamsters. they are very kind and playful

Answer 2

lmao even though this isnt on here

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Answer 3

I would pick a hamster because they are smaller and easier to take care of but don't get a rat because they are ugly and gross.

Answer 4

a rat mine new its own name she was very nice they are very clean too i loved her but i reccomend getting two because they are very social

Answer 5

Well Guinea pigs are cuddly and loving..they are content so sit down on the coach with you and watch tv.. or even sit on your lap when your on the computer..

Answer 6

It's a personal preference, maybe do some research on them all and figure out what one you think is best for you. Hope this Helps!!!=)

Answer 7

a rat hands down!

Answer 8

A rat is for watching their antics, a guinea pig is for cuddling. A hamster is a cross- they are sorta insteresting to watch, but can be cuddled a bit too.

Hamsters are the easiest to take care of, Guinea pigs are the hardest. Rats are in between.

Rats are really smart, hamsters are pretty dumb. Guinea pigs are a cross.

Hamsters are cheap, Guinea pigs and rats are more expensive.

Hamsters are nocturnal.

So, just pick the pet that matches the most in my list of what you want as a pet.

Answer 9

None of the above.  I loved my chinchillas.  They are soft furry balls of love and the funnest to watch at play.  I had an area set up that they could run free and they were so funny.  They even got along with our black lab.   Besides, buying chins saves them from becoming coats.

Answer 10

So far, I've enjoyed rats the most.  Mine never bit me.  They can run around the room and have fun and sometimes they do funny stuff.  They're very loveable and very social and just want to climb all over you.  Their cleanup is just about the same as all other rodents, you'd need a bigger cage than you would with a hamster.

Answer 11

After you read this, why don't you chose for yourself?

Rat.

Rat's are fun to play with, they are very smart, and you can teach them a lot of tricks. They need daily interaction with his/her owner, and lots of fruits and veggies.

Male Rats Pros

They will cuddle up with you

Easier to find

Not as curious as females

Male Rat Cons

Twice as big as Females

Very Strong odor

Greasier Fur

Female Rats Pros

Smaller than Males

They love to explore

They are more welcoming to new cage mates

They have a sweet smell

Female Rats Cons

Sometimes too curious

Sometimes doesn't like cuddling

They Sometimes get cranky because of the heat

Guinea Pig

Guinea Pigs rarely bite, but they need daily exercise. They also can't produce Vitamin C on their own.

Pros

Rarely Bite

Will cuddle up with you

Loves to nibble on your fingers or toes

Cons

They need Vitamin C daily

Needs a very big cage

Hamsters

Hamsters are fun loveable friends who always love to crawl through tubes. Since they are always looking for a chance to escape, they are nick-named Hamster Houdini.

Pros

Can learn a lot of tricks

Will crawl through any kind of tube

Always Curious and full of adventure

Cons

His/Her wheel will make some noise

Sometimes bites

I have had a Hamster and Guinea Pig before. I had to research about rats though.

Answer 12

I have had all three kinds of animals and I think i had the most fun with the rat, he was more interactive than the others and wanted to be with me, and play.

Answer 13

I personally enjoy guinea pigs because they have more body for you to cuddle with. Hamsters don't usually form strong bonds with humans and are harder to interact with. The are fun pets to watch for half an hour and then it becomes rather boring. Rats can be really fun, but rats aren't the cuddliest pets. I suggest getting a guinea pig! ;)  

Answer 14

It's really your choice. I personally would say rats, as they are friendly and sweet, and make fabulous pets. Guinea pigs are also great, but can be very timid unless you get them from a proper breeder. Hamsters can be nippy, as can gerbils, but I guess it depends on the one you choose.

You could look after friends pets when they go away for a few days or so, and see which ones you like best. You could also just hang around at your local small pet shop (it's what I do!) and handle the animals. Then if you find one you really like, you could buy it.

Wish you luck!

xx

Answer 15

I have to say a Guinea pig. I've had hamster,smaller hamsters,rats,guinea pigs and mice. Guinea pigs are more interesting to watch, more friendly, more like a little dog actually. they have their own personality if you ask me. I never had a guinea pig till a few months ago..and now I'm glad to have one.