Piggy Munchies

Fresh Vegetables and Fruit

As herbivores, guinea pigs only eat fruit, vegetables, plants and grains.  As guinea pigs cannot make vitamin C, it is vital that it is present in their diet.  The best way to achieve this is to make sure that your pets have fresh fruit and vegetables daily.

Favourite foods include carrots, cauliflower leaves (not the bit we eat!), cabbage, broccoli, sweet corn, seedless grapes, melon, bananas (in moderation, they can cause constipation), parsley, swede, turnips and parsnips, although the last three are not favourites with my piggies. Cucumber and celery are also enjoyed, but as they do not contain a huge amount of vitamin C they should only be given as part of a balanced diet.  Apples should also be given in moderation as some guinea pigs can suffer from mouth sores as a result of eating them. Grass is an all time favourite; however, introduce your guinea pigs to it gradually as too much can cause stomach upset.  Under no circumstances should grass clippings from a lawnmower be given to your guinea pigs.  Dandelions are another treat, but beware, too many can have laxative properties!

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