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Is it safe to get guinea pigs if my dog chases small animals?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Wire Fox Terrier | Male | neutered | 13 years and 11 months old | 17 lbs

Hello! I have a 14 year old jack russel mix. I would like to adopt guinea pigs, but I’m not sure about how it would work... He chases small animals in the yard, so I would keep them separated during the day, and maybe have them in the same room at night (but never out of the cage when the dog is in the room.) What are your thoughts about this? Thanks!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 22nd, 2018

If Sid chases small animals, I would not get a guinea pig. Even though it will be in a cage, he may try to get to it, which will stress out the guinea pig a lot. I don't think it would be a good idea. I hope this helps!

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