They are a wonderful first pet. Kids love to handle them and they are gentle and fluffy. Just what small children love in a pet. We never had any issue keeping them alive but their home do need regular cleaning.

Growing up I had a pet mouse and he was super cute and adorable. They are smaller so require less food and a smaller cage. Sadly they only live for around a year.
My daughter recently got Guinea pigs and wow! They are so different. Firstly they can live for 10 years so be prepared for a long term commitment. They require a big cage, most likely outdoors in the elements so be wary of cats etc. If you do manage to keep them indoors be warned they SQUEAK a lot and they eat all the time so make room for a big bag of food. That being said they are a great beginner pet but it’s up to you what works for your family. Good luck

Yes. They’re quiet gentle little things, so easy to fall in love with

I think they are. They’re small, quiet, gentle and not intimidating. Great pets

Yes .
They are low maintenance and adorable pets to have . My niece who is 6 has one and loves it .

My daughter loves her guinea pigs and they have help taught her responsibility and routine as well as cleaning and care skills

They are an awesome Pet