Wondering how long it’s safe for guinea pigs to go without food or water? Maybe you have a new guinea pig that is hiding and refusing to come out and drink. Or perhaps you’re going away and curious if the piggies are okay on their own. No matter the reason, we’ll cover topics such as…
It can be stressful when you run out of food for your guinea pigs. Whether you’re tight on cash or simply miscalculated how much food you had at home, this article will cover several ideas and alternatives. Guinea pigs can live without pellet food for weeks if they have access to unlimited hay and receive…
Hay is an essential part of your guinea pig’s diet. In fact, hay should consist of 80% of your guinea pig’s daily food intake. Hay is necessary to keep your guinea pig’s digestive tract moving, prevent GI stasis, and keep their ever-growing teeth worn down. However, there are so many different types of hay to…
Finding your guinea pig’s favorite veggie treats can help a lot when training or bonding with a new guinea pig. Food is one of the best ways to a guinea pig’s heart. These fruits and veggies are also very tempting options if you’re trying to coax a fussy guinea pig into eating vegetables for the…
There are so many safe and healthy herbs that guinea pigs can eat. However, a few herbs are toxic and even potentially dangerous to your piggy. We’ll cover all of them in this list and help you determine which are best to feed to your guinea pig. Herbs have a lot of benefits and are…
There are so many fruits you can feed your guinea pig. In this article, I’ll be covering all the safe fruits you can give your guinea pig, which ones are best, how often you can feed them, and which fruits you should avoid feeding your piggy. Most fruit is high in sugar and is best…
In this list, I’ve compiled ten foods that your guinea pig can eat every day. However, this doesn’t mean that these are the only foods you should feed your guinea pigs daily. Variety is essential for guinea pigs. It’s best to provide different types of vegetables on a rotational basis. It’s a good idea to…
Calcium is an essential nutrient for the growth and development of baby guinea pigs. Slightly higher amounts of calcium can also be beneficial for pregnant or nursing females. However, most adult guinea pigs require very little calcium in their diet. Feeding too many calcium-rich veggies can cause bladder stones to develop. It’s important to know…
The following chart is a complete list of safe foods for guinea pigs. In the columns beside, you’ll find the frequency they can be fed and any important notes you should know about each particular food. Also listed is the Vitamin C and calcium content per 100 grams. Nutrient profiles are sourced from the official USDA…
Guinea pigs benefit from low-calcium foods for many reasons. First of all, it’s crucial to balance your guinea pig’s diet. If you’re feeding a lot of nutrient-rich, leafy green foods that are high in calcium, you’ll want to balance that with a variety of lower-calcium veggies. If your guinea pig is prone to bladder stones…