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if you mean you'll be my guinea pig it means to use them as a test subject like for something never tested before or something dangerous

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How many syllables does guinea pig have?

The phrase "guinea pig" has three syllables. The syllables are gui-nea-pig.


Where did the name guinea pig come from?

The name Guinea Pig came from the sailors. sailors thought their squeals sounded like a pigs. and they sold guinea pigs for one guinea. thus guinea pig.


Where does guinea pig come from?

It is believed that the guinea pig originated in the South American Andes.


How do you pronounce guinea pig?

It is spelled "guinea pig". You got it right! :)


Why doesn't a Guinea Pig come out of its house?

Hi , Guinea pig's really like their houses, it's a place that they love and that makes them feel safe. They do tend to come out when people are around but sometimes they will come out during the day when no one is there.


Where does the term guinea pig come from?

there was a time they were called "guinaia pig"


What is the name of a pig-like mammal?

Its a guinea pig!


How do guinea pig babies come out?

Since the guinea pig is a mammal, they come out the same way as humans, except guinea pigs are born with their fur, teeth and are already able to see and walk.


Why does your baby guinea pig poke my older guinea pig with his nose?

Guinea Pigs poke with their nose to show greetings,emotions,etc.It is like saying hello to that Guinea Pig.


What if a mouse and a guinea pig share food will the guinea pig die?

a guinea pig and a mouse aren't the same the guinea pig must have its own type of food like alphalpha pelets and hamsters should eat seeds,nuts,etc. Seeds and nuts are like poison to a guinea pig if the guinea pig and mouse are just eating alphalpha pelets (not seeds) i would say its ok.


Do guinea pigs come to us yes or no?

It all depends on the guinea pigs behavior and who the person is. A well socialized guinea pig is more likely to come to it's owner while a shy and under socialized guinea pig would be less likely to come.


How does an abyssinian guinea pig look like?

An abyssinian guinea pig has Rossets in its fur such as the images below: