What would be the best?

[Sevaede]

Is a dog or cat an option?

I love guinea pigs I find them so calming to be around but the noise can get to some people.

I think so. It would have to be a small pooch though because the parentals are not fans of big dogs. So, something about the size of a field spaniel or less.

The guinea pig I had was really calm and quiet. He was definitely awesome.