Rodents and rabbits
Each species has needs of its own: some must live in company and some alone, some eat only plants and some insects too. Pick a species and read how to give it a good home.
Rabbits are not rodents: they are lagomorphs. They are covered here because their care and supplies are much the same.
All species 12 species
- Guinea pig Cavia porcellus 5–8 years In company, at least in pairs
- Rabbit Oryctolagus cuniculus 7–12 years In company, at least in pairs
- Syrian hamster Mesocricetus auratus 1.5–3 years Alone
- Djungarian hamster Phodopus sungorus 1.5–2 years Depends on the animal
- Campbell's dwarf hamster Phodopus campbelli 1.5–2.5 years Depends on the animal
- Roborovski dwarf hamster Phodopus roborovskii 1.5–4 years Depends on the animal
- Chinese hamster Cricetulus griseus 2–3 years Alone
- Fancy rat Rattus norvegicus 2–3 years In company, at least in pairs
- Fancy mouse Mus musculus 1–3 years In company, at least in pairs
- Mongolian gerbil Meriones unguiculatus 2–4 years In company, at least in pairs
- Degu Octodon degus 5–8 years In company, at least in pairs
- Chinchilla Chinchilla lanigera 10–15 years In company, at least in pairs
Supplies for rodents and rabbits
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This is general information, not a consultation with a vet. Every animal is different: if your pet is unwell or you are unsure, ask your vet.