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Is it a good idea to house a rabbit with a guinea pig?

No. Welfare experts strongly advise against it.

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  1. Yes, if introduced slowly
  2. Yes, if both animals are young
  3. No, experts strongly advise against it ✔

Why: The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund recommends strongly against keeping rabbits with guinea pigs, saying it goes against modern welfare advice. A rabbit needs another rabbit, and a guinea pig needs another guinea pig.

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Answer: No, experts strongly advise against it. The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund recommends strongly against keeping rabbits with guinea pigs, saying it goes against modern welfare advice. A rabbit needs another rabbit, and a guinea pig needs another guinea pig.

  1. Companionship (Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund) rabbitwelfare.co.uk/companionship
    although it very occasionally does work, we recommend strongly against it.
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Companionship (Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund) rabbitwelfare.co.uk/companionship
    Pairing up is sometimes a long process but very well worth the patience and persistence.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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