Hamsters and guinea pigs should not be kept together. Hamsters are solitary animals with a strong sense of territory. They are likely to bully guinea pigs and may even bite or kill them.
Why They Can't Be Kept Together
Territorial Sense: Hamsters are solitary animals with a strong sense of territory. They are prone to attacking animals that enter their territory.
Dietary Differences: Hamsters are omnivores, while guinea pigs are herbivores. Their dietary requirements are different, so if they are kept together, they need to be fed separately.
Size Differences: There is a significant difference in size between hamsters and guinea pigs, and they require different types of cages. Keeping them together will increase the difficulty of management.
Possible Alternatives
If you want to keep both hamsters and guinea pigs at the same time, it is recommended to keep them in separate cages. Use a special hamster cage for the hamsters and a cage suitable for its size and requirements for the guinea pigs to ensure that their respective living spaces and dietary requirements are met.