{"id":70173,"date":"2022-04-22T03:57:48","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T03:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T03:57:48","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T03:57:48","slug":"how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/","title":{"rendered":"How smart is a guinea pig?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#How_smart_is_a_guinea_pig\" title=\"How smart is a guinea pig?\">How smart is a guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_breed_of_guinea_pig_is_the_smartest\" title=\"What breed of guinea pig is the smartest?\">What breed of guinea pig is the smartest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Do_guinea_pigs_have_a_high_IQ\" title=\"Do guinea pigs have a high IQ?\">Do guinea pigs have a high IQ?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Are_guinea_pigs_smarter_than_rats\" title=\"Are guinea pigs smarter than rats?\">Are guinea pigs smarter than rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#How_smart_is_the_average_guinea_pig\" title=\"How smart is the average guinea pig?\">How smart is the average guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Do_guinea_pigs_recognize_their_owners\" title=\"Do guinea pigs recognize their owners?\">Do guinea pigs recognize their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_type_of_guinea_pig_makes_the_best_pet\" title=\"What type of guinea pig makes the best pet?\">What type of guinea pig makes the best pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_is_the_friendliest_type_of_guinea_pig\" title=\"What is the friendliest type of guinea pig?\">What is the friendliest type of guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_is_the_rarest_guinea_pig_breed\" title=\"What is the rarest guinea pig breed?\">What is the rarest guinea pig breed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Are_guinea_pigs_smarter_than_bunnies\" title=\"Are guinea pigs smarter than bunnies?\">Are guinea pigs smarter than bunnies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#How_smart_are_guinea_pigs_compared_to_other_animals\" title=\"How smart are guinea pigs compared to other animals?\">How smart are guinea pigs compared to other animals?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Do_guinea_pigs_have_big_brains\" title=\"Do guinea pigs have big brains?\">Do guinea pigs have big brains?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Are_rats_smarter_than_pigs\" title=\"Are rats smarter than pigs?\">Are rats smarter than pigs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Is_a_guinea_pig_better_than_a_rat\" title=\"Is a guinea pig better than a rat?\">Is a guinea pig better than a rat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Are_guinea_pigs_the_smartest_rodents\" title=\"Are guinea pigs the smartest rodents?\">Are guinea pigs the smartest rodents?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#How_big_is_the_brain_of_a_guinea_pig\" title=\"How big is the brain of a guinea pig?\">How big is the brain of a guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Do_guinea_pigs_become_attached_to_their_owners\" title=\"Do guinea pigs become attached to their owners?\">Do guinea pigs become attached to their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_remember_you\" title=\"Can guinea pigs remember you?\">Can guinea pigs remember you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Do_guinea_pigs_recognize_their_names\" title=\"Do guinea pigs recognize their names?\">Do guinea pigs recognize their names?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Which_guinea_pig_breed_is_the_friendliest\" title=\"Which guinea pig breed is the friendliest?\">Which guinea pig breed is the friendliest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_guinea_pigs_are_best_for_pets\" title=\"What guinea pigs are best for pets?\">What guinea pigs are best for pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_type_of_guinea_pig_is_the_easiest_to_take_care_of\" title=\"What type of guinea pig is the easiest to take care of?\">What type of guinea pig is the easiest to take care of?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_is_the_best_pig_to_have_as_a_pet\" title=\"What is the best pig to have as a pet?\">What is the best pig to have as a pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#Whats_better_boy_or_girl_guinea_pig\" title=\"What&#8217;s better boy or girl guinea pig?\">What&#8217;s better boy or girl guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-smart-is-a-guinea-pig\/#What_is_the_easiest_type_of_guinea_pig\" title=\"What is the easiest type of guinea pig?\">What is the easiest type of guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_smart_is_a_guinea_pig\"><\/span>How smart is a guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Guinea pigs are <b>intelligent rodents that can be taught many things. They need variety and don&#8217;t like being bored. Guinea pigs best learn a lot later than cats and dogs  while dogs are best trained when they are only a few weeks old, the time is right for guinea pigs when they are nine to ten months old.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_guinea_pig_is_the_smartest\"><\/span>What breed of guinea pig is the smartest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Sheba Guinea Pig<\/b> Shebas are known for being very intelligent, curious, and docile, and make lovely, if high-maintenance, pets.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_guinea_pigs_have_a_high_IQ\"><\/span>Do guinea pigs have a high IQ?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obviously, <b>a guinea pig cannot take an IQ test as a human can. They cannot stand up and debate a scholar or write a dissertation for college.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_guinea_pigs_smarter_than_rats\"><\/span>Are guinea pigs smarter than rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obviously, <b>a guinea pig cannot take an IQ test as a human can. They cannot stand up and debate a scholar or write a dissertation for college.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_smart_is_the_average_guinea_pig\"><\/span>How smart is the average guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2. Rats are extremely smart and empathetic Many people don&#8217;t think of rats as being smart, but they are actually very intelligent and easy to train. <b>They are more intelligent than rabbits, gerbils, and guinea pigs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_guinea_pigs_recognize_their_owners\"><\/span>Do guinea pigs recognize their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, how smart are guinea pigs? Guinea pigs are actually <b>very intelligent pet rodents, they are able to understand some gestures, respond to their names and identify various sounds. They also can catch on and learn a few tricks faster than some other pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_guinea_pig_makes_the_best_pet\"><\/span>What type of guinea pig makes the best pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As the most common breed, the <b>American Guinea Pig by default wins the popularity contest. They are known for their great temperament and also get along well with other piggies. Its short, smooth coat makes it easy to take of, particularly for children. Hairless guineas can be spotted a mile away.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_friendliest_type_of_guinea_pig\"><\/span>What is the friendliest type of guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>American Guinea Pig<\/b> The American guinea pig is widely available: often found in pet stores. It is easygoing and generally quite a friendly little animal. It is easy to care for, too and is considered suitable for owners of all ages and experience levels.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_rarest_guinea_pig_breed\"><\/span>What is the rarest guinea pig breed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obviously, <b>a guinea pig cannot take an IQ test as a human can. They cannot stand up and debate a scholar or write a dissertation for college.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_guinea_pigs_smarter_than_bunnies\"><\/span>Are guinea pigs smarter than bunnies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2. Rats are extremely smart and empathetic Many people don&#8217;t think of rats as being smart, but they are actually very intelligent and easy to train. <b>They are more intelligent than rabbits, gerbils, and guinea pigs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_smart_are_guinea_pigs_compared_to_other_animals\"><\/span>How smart are guinea pigs compared to other animals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rabbits are generally believed to be smarter than guinea pigs. Rabbits have more neurons in their brains compared to Guinea Pigs. Since they have more neurons, they have more brainpower for learning. However, guinea pigs can also hold their own.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_guinea_pigs_have_big_brains\"><\/span>Do guinea pigs have big brains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Guinea pigs are actually <b>very intelligent pet rodents, they are able to understand some gestures, respond to their names and identify various sounds. They also can catch on and learn a few tricks faster than some other pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_rats_smarter_than_pigs\"><\/span>Are rats smarter than pigs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rats are highly intelligent<\/b> Rats are an excellent choice. Did you know that, along with chimpanzees, bottlenose dolphins, elephants, dogs, pigs, pigeons and octopuses, rats are considered by experts to be one of the smartest species on the planet?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_guinea_pig_better_than_a_rat\"><\/span>Is a guinea pig better than a rat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If you&#8217;re looking for a rodent with an explosive personality and sassiness, guinea pigs are the way to go. However, if you&#8217;re looking for the loyalty and lovability of a trusty dog, you might want to consider a rat. It may take some getting used to, but being a rodent parent is very rewarding.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_guinea_pigs_the_smartest_rodents\"><\/span>Are guinea pigs the smartest rodents?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Guinea pigs are intelligent rodents that can be taught many things. They need variety and don&#8217;t like being bored. Guinea pigs best learn a lot later than cats and dogs  while dogs are best trained when they are only a few weeks old, the time is right for guinea pigs when they are nine to ten months old.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_the_brain_of_a_guinea_pig\"><\/span>How big is the brain of a guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2. Rats are extremely smart and empathetic Many people don&#8217;t think of rats as being smart, but they are actually very intelligent and easy to train. <b>They are more intelligent than rabbits, gerbils, and guinea pigs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_guinea_pigs_become_attached_to_their_owners\"><\/span>Do guinea pigs become attached to their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do guinea pigs bond with their owners? <b>Yes, they do form bonds with their humans, very much like cats or dogs. They&#8217;re able to recognize certain people according to scent, sound, and sight cues. As such, guineas can identify and respond to who they do and do not know.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_remember_you\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs remember you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They won&#8217;t forget. You&#8217;ve got several months to work on that bond with them, but they won&#8217;t forget their humans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_guinea_pigs_recognize_their_names\"><\/span>Do guinea pigs recognize their names?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Guinea pigs are intelligent and perceptive creatures. These social animals <b>can learn to recognize faces and voices, placement of objects, the specific treat in your hand, and even the sound of the refrigerator door opening.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_guinea_pig_breed_is_the_friendliest\"><\/span>Which guinea pig breed is the friendliest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Teddy guinea pigs are very popular and are often thought of as the friendliest guinea pig breed with people, although they can sometimes have issues sharing a cage with another pig.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_guinea_pigs_are_best_for_pets\"><\/span>What guinea pigs are best for pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, <b>Abyssinians are considered to be a reasonable choice for children and first-time guinea pig owners. They are relatively large guinea pigs, with their adult size reaching up to 12 inches in length. They typically weigh 2.5-3.5 pounds when fully grown.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_guinea_pig_is_the_easiest_to_take_care_of\"><\/span>What type of guinea pig is the easiest to take care of?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>American Guinea Pig American guinea pigs<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_pig_to_have_as_a_pet\"><\/span>What is the best pig to have as a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pets<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vietnamese Potbellied Pig. Hobby hog farmers will attest to the friendliness of pigs of all stripes (and spots), but Vietnamese potbellied pigs make the best indoor pets.  <\/li>\n<li>Kunekune.  <\/li>\n<li>Saddleback (left) and Gloucestershire Old Spots (right)  <\/li>\n<li>Tamworth and Large Black.  <\/li>\n<li>Berkshire (not pictured) and Oxford Sandy and Black.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mar 10, 2014<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_better_boy_or_girl_guinea_pig\"><\/span>What&#8217;s better boy or girl guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Teddy guinea pigs are very popular and are often thought of as the friendliest guinea pig breed with people, although they can sometimes have issues sharing a cage with another pig.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_easiest_type_of_guinea_pig\"><\/span>What is the easiest type of guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally speaking, guinea pig pet parents have found that <b>male guinea pigs tend to be a little more confident or bolder than females. This can sometimes lead to training males and being able to handle them a little easier than their shyer counterparts.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How smart is a guinea pig?What breed of guinea pig is the smartest?Do guinea pigs have a high IQ?Are guinea pigs smarter than rats?How smart is the average guinea pig?Do guinea pigs recognize their owners?What type of guinea pig makes the best pet?What is the friendliest type of guinea pig?What is the&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70173"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=70173"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70173\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=70173"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=70173"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=70173"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}