What Can Guinea Pigs Eat? (Safe Foods List)

ByJenna

Have you ever wandered through a grocery store and wondered if a particular food was safe for your guinea pig to eat? This comprehensive list will tell you exactly what you can feed your guinea pig, as well as some important notes on precautions, quantities, and frequency that you can give each food.

Daisy with an assortment of fruits and vegetables.

Foods are separated into three categories; vegetables, fruit, and herbs.

Under these lists, foods are listed in alphabetical order so you can easily find what you’re looking for.

Keep in mind that some foods commonly recognized as vegetables, like bell peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, and tomatoes, are technically classified as a fruit, so you’ll find them under the fruit category in this list.

What Should Guinea Pigs Eat Daily?

While this is a list of fruits and vegetables that guinea pigs can eat, remember that the bulk of your guinea pig’s diet should be 80% grass hay. Timothy or orchard hay are both excellent choices. Guinea pigs should also have access to clean, fresh water at all times. Be sure to supplement their diet with 1/8 cup of high-quality pellets to ensure they get the minerals they need daily.

Lettuce and bell peppers are safe to feed daily, but be sure to mix in a variety of different veggies too!

Guinea pigs can eat up to 1 cup of vegetables and fruit per day. They can eat less as long as their Vitamin C needs are met.

Guinea pigs require 10-50mg of Vitamin C per day to prevent deficiencies that lead to a compromised immune system and diseases like scurvy. You can meet this need by regularly providing foods that are high in Vitamin C.

Calcium content is also crucial when choosing vegetables for your guinea pig. If you provide too many foods high in calcium, there is a chance your guinea pig could develop bladder stones.

It is safe to feed calcium-rich foods in reasonable quantities, but be sure to balance the diet with plenty of foods low in calcium.

Oxalates or oxalic acid should also be restricted in your guinea pig’s diet as much as possible. Too much of this can lead to stone development and many other health conditions. It’s best not to feed multiple veggies that are rich in oxalates at the same time.

While some of the following foods are safe to feed daily, it’s best to serve up a rotation of different veggies every day so your guinea pig gets a variety of nutrients from different sources. Check out our guinea pig food chart for an easy reference sheet on how often you can offer each food.

Of course, all guinea pigs will have different tastes, and you’ll discover their various likes and dislikes as you introduce new foods. You can check out this list of favorite foods that guinea pigs love to get you started.

Complete List of Vegetables That Guinea Pigs Can Eat

Arugula/Rocket Salad

Poppy enjoying some baby arugula leaves.
  • High in calcium
  • Low in Vitamin C
  • Feed in small quantities 1-2 times per week
  • Good for young guinea pigs (under 4 months) that need the extra calcium for growth
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Arugula?

Asparagus

Ciara investigating the interesting new veggie.
  • Contains some vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
  • This cruciferous veggie can cause bloating if fed too much
  • Introduce into the diet slowly to prevent digestive upset
  • You can feed a small chunk of a stalk (1-2 inch piece) once a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Asparagus?

Beet Greens

  • Less sugar and more vitamin-rich than beets
  • Higher in calcium and oxalates
  • Beet greens can lead to a build-up of toxins if fed too much – best to limit them in the diet
  • You can feed a leaf occasionally, once or twice a month
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Beets?

Beetroot

  • Source of fiber and other nutrients
  • High in sugar and oxalates so best fed sparingly
  • You can feed a slice of beetroot once a week
  • May temporarily make your guinea pig’s urine red
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Beets?

Bok Choy

  • High in Vitamin C and other nutrients
  • This cruciferous vegetable can cause gas and bloating if fed in excess
  • Introduce to the diet slowly
  • Can feed a leaf 1-2 times a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Bok Choy?

Broccoli

TJ nibbling on a broccoli crown.
  • Safe to feed broccoli stems, floret, and leaves
  • As a cruciferous veggie, it can cause gas & digestive upset if fed too much.
  • Be sure to introduce broccoli into the diet slowly.
  • You can feed half a floret with stem 1-2 times a week
  • Read more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Broccoli?

Broccoli Rabe/Rapini

  • Very high in Vitamin A – can cause liver damage and other issues if fed in excess
  • Also high in calcium.
  • As a cruciferous veggie, it can cause bloating or digestive upset – be sure to introduce it gradually
  • Best to feed in small amounts a few times a month
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Broccoli Rabe?

Brussels Sprouts

Pansy munching away on a Brussels sprout.
  • Great source of Vitamin C and other nutrients
  • A cruciferous veggie that can cause gas if fed too much
  • Introduce slowly into the diet
  • Feed one sprout 1-2 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Brussels Sprouts?

Cabbage

Peach with some green cabbage leaves.
  • Guinea pigs can eat red, green, and savoy cabbage.
  • Can cause gas or bloating, so introduce it into the diet slowly
  • Reasonable source of Vitamin C – red cabbage is the highest
  • Feed in reasonable amounts up to 2-3 times a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cabbage?

Carrots

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in sugar for a vegetable
  • Feed a slice or baby-sized carrot amount 2-3 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Carrots?

Carrot Tops

Peach munching on some yummy carrots.

Cauliflower

Skylar with a head of cauliflower and leaves.
  • Guinea pigs can eat the floret, leaves, and stalk
  • Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable and can cause gas and bloat if fed in excess.
  • Introduce into the diet slowly
  • Feed small amounts once or twice a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cauliflower?

Celery

Skylar and baby Skittles munching on a celery stalk.
  • Safe to feed stalks and leaves
  • Feed an inch or two of the stalk or a few leaves 2-3 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Celery?

Chicory Greens

  • Relatively high in calcium
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Feed in small amounts once a week

Collard Greens

Pansy and Poppy love their collard greens.
  • High in calcium at 232mg per 100 grams
  • Contains some Vitamin C & rich in many other nutrients
  • You can feed a small leaf once a week due to the calcium content
  • Young guinea pigs under 4 months can eat it a bit more frequently
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Collard Greens?

Corn on the Cob

  • Safe to feed raw corn on the cob, husks, and silk
  • Contains little nutritional value, so feed it occasionally, a couple of times a month.
  • Can also eat baby corn on the cob
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Corn on the Cob?

Garden Cress

  • Rich in Vitamin C
  • Quite acidic, high in calcium, phosphorus, and sugar
  • Should only be fed in small amounts once a week
Daisy especially loves the corn husks!

Endive/Escarole

Skylar eating some curly endive. These leafy greens are a hit with most guinea pigs!
  • Good source of nutrients
  • Contains moderate levels of calcium
  • Guinea pigs can eat regular curly endive, as well as Belgian endive
  • Can be fed frequently, a leaf or two 3-4 times a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Endive and Escarole?

Fresh Grass

  • Guinea pigs can eat fresh grass from untreated, chemical-free lawns
  • Never feed cut grass from the lawnmower – this ferments in the gut and can cause bloat – pick by hand instead or use scissors
  • They can eat fresh grass daily in addition to hay and veggies
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Fresh Grass?
TJ and Willow grazing outside.

Green Beans

Daisy loves her raw green beans.
  • Contain a variety of vitamins and minerals
  • Never feed cooked green beans to guinea pigs
  • They can eat 1-2 raw green beans up to 2-3 times a week.
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Green Beans?

Kale

Peach with some kale leaves.
  • High in Vitamin C, fiber, and countless more vitamins and nutrients
  • Very high in calcium
  • Best to feed it along with several low-calcium foods
  • Can feed a small leaf 1-2 times a week
  • Excellent veggie for growing guinea pigs under 4 months old
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Kale?

Kohlrabi

  • Rich in Vitamin C
  • Guinea pigs can eat the leaves and the bulb
  • It can cause gas and bloating if fed in excess – introduce it into the diet slowly.
  • Can feed 1 medium leaf 1-2 times a week
  • A small chunk of bulb can be fed up to once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Kohlrabi?

Lettuce

  • Green leaf, red leaf, romaine, and butterhead varieties are all safe to feed
  • High water content, so keep watch for any diarrhea and adjust the amount you’re feeding if necessary.
  • Safe to feed daily in reasonable quantities (i.e. one leaf per day)
  • Avoid iceberg lettuce as the high water levels can cause diarrhea and bloat more easily
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Lettuce?
TJ and Willow enjoying some green leaf lettuce.

Mustard Greens

Parsnips

  • Contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
  • Also contains some sugar and oxalates
  • Do not feed parsnip greens
  • You can feed a slice of parsnip 1-2 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Parsnips?

Peas in Pod

  • High in phosphorus
  • The best types to feed are snow peas and sugar snap peas
  • You can feed 1-2 pea pods once a week

Radicchio

Peach and Daisy devouring a radicchio head.
  • Bitter tasting veggie
  • Loved by most guinea pigs
  • Not a high source of Vitamin C
  • Low in calcium and oxalates
  • Safe to feed a couple of leaves 2-3 times a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Radicchio?

Radish

  • Good source of nutrients
  • Both root and leaves are safe for guinea pigs
  • Radish leaves are high in calcium
  • Both can be fed in small amounts once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Radish?
Poppy trying out a radish leaf.

Spinach

Daisy eating some baby spinach leaves.
  • Extremely high in oxalates and contains high levels of calcium as well
  • Feed sparingly due to the high levels of oxalates
  • Offer only a few leaves once or twice a month
  • You can feed regular or baby spinach
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Spinach?

Sweet Potato/Yam

  • Do not feed russet, white, or red potatoes – these are toxic to piggies!
  • Sweet potato leaves are safe to feed
  • High in oxalates so feed sparingly
  • You can feed a small cube or a little slice of sweet potato about once a week.
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Sweet Potato?

Swiss Chard

Peach digging into a swiss chard leaf.
  • High in oxalic acid and contains a reasonable amount of calcium
  • Can cause gas or bloat if fed in excess
  • Feed sparingly, a small leaf once a week due to the high oxalates
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Swiss Chard?

Turnip (Root and Greens)

  • Guinea pigs can eat turnips and the greens
  • Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and countless other nutrients
  • Relatively high in oxalates
  • Turnip greens are high in calcium as well
  • Offer a leaf or two once a week + feed along with low-calcium foods
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Turnip?

Watercress

  • Leaves and stems are safe for guinea pigs
  • Good source of Vitamin C and rich in many nutrients
  • Feed up to 5 sprigs 1-2 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Watercress?

Wheatgrass

  • Wheatgrass (also known as cat grass) is safe to feed your guinea pigs
  • Easy to grow on your windowsill
  • You can offer a small handful 3-4 times a week

Complete List of Herbs That Guinea Pigs Can Eat

The following is a thorough list of herbs that are safe for guinea pigs to eat. Herbs are a rich source of nutrients, but most are very high in calcium. For this reason, it’s best to feed them in moderation.

You can find more information on feeding herbs here: Complete List of Herbs That Guinea Pigs Can Eat (+ Dangerous Herbs to Avoid)

Basil

  • Contains a small amount of Vitamin C
  • High in calcium
  • Feed a few leaves once a week as a treat
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Basil?

Chamomile

  • Known to have a calming effect
  • Be sure to identify this plant properly as they look similar to daisies
  • Offer sparingly

Cilantro/Coriander

  • Contains some Vitamin C
  • Relatively high in calcium but lower than most herbs
  • Eating it can slow blood clotting & increase the risk of bleeding – so do not feed it to pregnant or injured guinea pigs
  • It is perfectly safe to feed to the majority of guinea pigs
  • Offer about 5 stems 1-2 times a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cilantro?

Clover

  • High in calcium
  • Feed sparingly, no more than once a week
  • Pick clover from a pesticide-free yard that has not been exposed to car exhaust or animal urine.
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Clover?

Dandelion

Dandelion leaves and flowers are yummy and healthy for piggies!
  • Safe to feed all parts of the plant – leaves, stems, flowers, & roots!
  • Nutrient-rich but high in calcium
  • Feed a few leaves or one small plant 1-2 times a week
  • Pick dandelions from a pesticide-free yard that has not been exposed to car exhaust or animal urine
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Dandelion?

Dill

Peach and Daisy enjoying some fresh dill.

Fennel

  • Safe to feed the leaves (fronds) and bulbs
  • Feathery fronds are high in calcium
  • Offer small amounts 1-2 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Fennel?

Lavender

  • Known for calming properties
  • Contains some Vitamin C
  • High in calcium
  • Heavy in essential oils, which can be harmful to guinea pigs in large quantities
  • Can feed lavender leaves in small quantities 1-2 times a month

Mint Leaves

Skittles trying out some strong-smelling mint leaves.
  • Peppermint and spearmint leaves are safe
  • Contains some Vitamin C
  • Very high in calcium
  • Feed a couple of leaves once a week or less due to the calcium levels
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Mint Leaves?

Oregano

  • High in calcium
  • Rich in many nutrients and antioxidants
  • Feed in small amounts once a week along with low-calcium foods.
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Oregano?

Parsley

  • Safe to feed curly & Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • Leaves and stems can be fed
  • Very high in nutrients & an excellent source of Vitamin C
  • High in calcium and oxalates
  • Feed about 5 sprigs once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Parsley?
Poppy with some Italian flat-leaf parsley.

Plantain

  • This common weed is frequently found outside
  • Be sure to pick from an untreated area free of pesticides
  • Guinea pigs can eat broad-leaf and narrow-leaf plantain
  • Feed a few leaves 1-2 times a week

Thyme

Broadleaf plantain is commonly found in many urban areas.

Raspberry Plant Leaves

  • Leaves from a raspberry plant are healthy & contain many nutrients
  • You can feed a few leaves 3-4 times a week
  • Raspberries are easy perennials to grow in the garden

Strawberry Plant Leaves

  • Leaves from a strawberry plant are nutrient-rich and safe to feed
  • Offer a few leaves 3-4 times a week
  • Easy perennials to grow in the garden
Strawberry plant leaves. Strawberries are easy to grow in the garden and come back every year with little maintenance.

Complete List of Fruit That Guinea Pigs Can Eat

The following is a thorough list of all the fruits that guinea pigs can eat. Fruit is often rich in antioxidants and minerals, but many traditional fruits are high in sugar. For this reason, it’s best to offer them sparingly to your guinea pig as a treat.

You can find more information on feeding fruit here: List of Fruits That Guinea Pigs Can Eat (And What to Avoid)

Apple

  • Feed with the skin on for the most health benefits
  • High in sugar, so feed in moderation
  • Can feed one thin slice once a week
  • Remove the seeds as they contain a poisonous compound
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Apples?

Apricot

  • Rich in Vitamin A, beta carotene, potassium, and other nutrients
  • High in sugar
  • Feed a thin slice about once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Apricots?
TJ with some apple slices.

Banana

Peach nibbling on a banana. Remember to offer only a few bites or a thin slice at once!
  • High in potassium and a great source of other nutrients
  • Guinea pigs can also eat organic banana peels
  • Extremely high in sugar and can cause constipation if fed too much
  • Offer a tiny slice or a couple of bites as a treat a few times a month
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Bananas?

Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

  • Guinea pigs can eat all colors of bell pepper – green, yellow, orange, red
  • Provides an excellent source of Vitamin C
  • Safe to feed daily – 1/8 of a large pepper or 1/4 of a smaller pepper
  • Yellow bell peppers are the highest in Vitamin C
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Sweet Bell Peppers?

Blackberries

  • High in Vitamin C and antioxidants
  • Feed in moderation due to high sugar content
  • You can offer a few berries once a week as a treat.
Peach and Daisy love all colors of bell peppers!

Blueberries

Blueberries are a favorite treat for many guinea pigs.
  • Great source of Vitamin C, antioxidants, and many other nutrients
  • Low in calcium but high in sugar
  • You can feed a few berries once or twice a week
  • Guinea pigs LOVE them!
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Blueberries?

Butternut Squash

Cantaloupe/Rock Melon

Cantaloupe is a popular favorite fruit among guinea pigs.
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Also contains sugar, so feed it in moderation
  • Guinea pigs usually love this fruit!
  • You can feed a 1-inch cube of melon weekly
  • Do not feed the rind or seeds
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cantaloupe?

Cherries

  • Safe to feed sweet and sour varieties
  • Great source of nutrients
  • Remove the pit first
  • Do not feed leaves or stems as these contain poisonous compounds
  • Offer a maximum of one cherry a week
  • Read more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cherries?

Cranberries

  • High in Vitamin C, manganese, and other great nutrients
  • Beneficial for guinea pigs with urinary problems
  • You can feed 1-2 cranberries once or twice a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cranberries?

Cucumber

  • High water content, contains some nutrients
  • Safe to feed the flesh, skin, and seeds
  • You can feed 1 small slices daily
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cucumbers?

Eggplant

  • Low in nutrients, so feed it as an occasional treat only
  • Do not give the leaves or stem; highly poisonous
  • Also, ensure the eggplant is entirely ripe – traces of green in the fruit are also poisonous.
  • You can offer a small chunk of ripe eggplant a couple of times a month.
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Eggplant?
Poppy and Pansy nibble on some cucumber.

Elderberries

  • Good source of Vitamin C
  • High in sugar, phosphorus, and a bit acidic
  • Small amounts are fine, however large amounts of these berries can have a toxic effect.
  • Do not feed leaves or stem
  • You can feed 3-4 berries once every couple of weeks

Grapefruit

  • Great source of Vitamin C, potassium, beta carotene, and other nutrients
  • Acidic and high in sugar, so feed in moderation
  • You can feed a small slice a few times a month
  • Read more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Grapefruit?

Grapes

Red grapes contain more antioxidants and slightly less sugar than green grapes.
  • Guinea pigs can eat red and green grapes
  • Remove seeds if there are any
  • Very high in sugar
  • Should be fed very sparingly as a treat – 1-2 grapes once a week at most
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Grapes?

Guava

  • This fruit is high in Vitamin C – it contains 4 times the amount as an orange!
  • Acidic and high in sugar
  • You can feed a thin slice up to once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Guava Fruit?

Honeydew Melon

Kiwi

  • Excellent source of Vitamin C and other nutrients
  • High in sugar
  • Contains some calcium and phosphorus
  • Feed a thin slice once a week at most
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Kiwi?

Mango

  • Contains some Vitamin C, A, B6, and other nutrients
  • High in sugar and should be offered sparingly
  • Remove the skin and pit
  • You can feed a thin slice or cube to your guinea pig once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Mango?

Muskmelon

  • Good source of Vitamin C
  • High in sugar
  • Remove seeds before feeding
  • You can offer a small chunk once a week

Nectarine

  • Hairless variety of traditional peaches
  • High in nutrients and antioxidants
  • Safe to feed with skin
  • Offer a thin slice up to once a week

Okra

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Contains some calcium and oxalic acid, which can lead to stone development if fed in excess
  • Offer a small chunk once or twice a week
  • Learn More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Okra?

Oranges

  • Good source of Vitamin C
  • Acidic and high in sugar
  • Can feed many varieties, such as clementines and tangerines
  • Can also feed orange peels if organic
  • Offer one slice once a week at most
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Oranges?

Papaya

  • High in Vitamin C, A, potassium, and fiber
  • Also high in sugar
  • Feed a thin slice no more than once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Papaya?
Daisy taste-testing an orange.

Passionfruit

  • Good source of Vitamin C
  • High in phosphorus, sugar, and acidity
  • You can feed small amounts once or twice a month

Peaches

  • Rich in nutrients, including Vitamins C, K, E, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and antioxidants
  • Safe to feed with the skin on
  • You can feed a thin slice up to once a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Peaches?

Pear

Skittles checking out the pear slices.
  • Great source of potassium, antioxidants, Vitamins C & K
  • Skin is safe, but remove the seeds first
  • Feed up to one thin slice once a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Pears?

Pineapple

  • Contains nutrients like Vitamins C & K, beta carotene, and magnesium
  • Avoid canned pineapples due to added sodium and preservatives
  • Also, avoid giving the prickly skin, leaves, or core
  • A small piece of fresh pineapple flesh can be fed once or twice a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Pineapple?

Plum

  • Rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C, fiber, and more
  • High in sugar, so moderation is vital
  • Skin is safe, but remove the pit
  • You can feed a small piece of plum once a week to your piggy
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Plums?

Pumpkin

  • Very high in Vitamin A and beta carotene
  • Feed in extremely small amounts
  • Flesh and rind are safe, but remove the seeds
  • You can feed a very small chunk once every few weeks
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Pumpkin?
Ace posing on his little pumpkin.

Raspberries

Poppy loves her red raspberries.
  • Rich in antioxidants, fiber, potassium, and Vitamin C
  • Contains some sugar
  • You can feed a few berries a week
  • Guinea pigs can also eat leaves from the raspberry plant
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Raspberries?

Starfruit

  • Excellent source of Vitamin C and other nutrients
  • Quite acidic and high in sugar, so best fed sparingly
  • You can feed a small slice once every week or two

Strawberries

Skylar absolutely loves strawberries.
  • High in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and several other nutrients
  • You can feed one strawberry once a week
  • Guinea pigs can also eat strawberry tops and leaves from strawberry plants
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Strawberries?

Tomato

TJ and Willow diving into a tomato.
  • Guinea pigs can eat large and small tomatoes
  • Contains Vitamin C and other great nutrients
  • They are acidic and can cause mouth sores if fed too much
  • Never feed leaves, stems, or unripe green tomatoes – these are poisonous
  • You can feed one cherry tomato or a similar amount of a large tomato 3-4 times a week
  • Learn more: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Tomatoes?

Watermelon

Skylar and Skittles sharing a watermelon slice.
  • High in potassium and sugar
  • Safe to feed the flesh and rind, but remove any seeds
  • Feed in small amounts once a week
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Watermelon?

Zucchini/Courgette

  • Low in sugar
  • Great source of Vitamin C and fiber
  • Skin is safe to eat
  • You can feed a thin slice or two daily
  • Read More: Can Guinea Pigs Eat Zucchini?
Pansy trying some zucchini for the first time.

Introducing New Foods to Your Guinea Pig

Always introduce new foods in small quantities!

If your guinea pig is trying any of the foods on this list for the first time, it’s crucial to introduce them into the diet gradually.

Some guinea pigs may have a bad reaction to a food, such as diarrhea, allergies, or stomach pains.

By giving new foods in small amounts, you can discover these potential problems before they become a serious health risk.

As long as your guinea pig acts normally after trying a new type of food, you can slowly increase the quantity each time.

Unsafe Foods For Guinea Pigs

Couldn’t find something on this list? There’s a chance it could be unsafe to feed your guinea pig. Check out our list of 45 Foods Your Guinea Pig Shouldn’t Eat for more information.

Any type of processed food should never be fed to guinea pigs. This includes jams, cookies, applesauce, crackers, cereal, peanut butter, bread, grains, or baked goods.

Many other foods, like avocado, are also unsafe for guinea pigs. Also, watch out for foods containing poisonous compounds, such as greenery from tomatoes or seeds from apple cores.

Never let your guinea pig eat green tops from tomatoes as they contain poisonous compounds.

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