Broccoli is a nutritious green vegetable packed with many essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, fiber and calcium. Unfortunately it also contains oxalates which may lead to bladder and kidney stones in guinea pigs. Broccoli, like other cruciferous …
Hissing is a short vibrating noise produced when guinea pigs feel threatened or scared, or when they desire food. Sometimes this sound may also come out in the form of high-pitched wheeking calls to their mother for food. If a …
Guinea pigs should receive a variety of vegetables and herbs on a daily basis, including lettuce. Carrots, cucumbers, endive leaves, cilantro, and dill are also good choices; just avoid giving iceberg lettuce due to its water content which provides little …
Guinea pigs require plenty of fresh fruits and veggies, though care must be taken when choosing them to avoid those which could cause choking or be toxic to them. Furthermore, they require at least 80% premium quality hay such as …
Guinea pigs are natural herbivores, so it is crucial that you provide them with fresh vegetables daily to prevent boredom. By mixing different kinds, it will keep their interest up while helping prevent monotony. Guinea Pigs tend to enjoy most …
Guinea pigs are herbivorous animals that do not produce their own vitamin C. Therefore, they require vitamin-fortified pellets, ample amounts of hay and produce rich in Vitamin C such as bell peppers, kale, green beans and parsley to meet their …
Guinea pigs depend on hay for its high fiber diet to keep their digestive systems moving smoothly, and without it they risk slowing or stopping working altogether – potentially fatal consequences. Meadow hay is composed of long grass, seeds, and …
Guinea pigs lack the digestive capacity necessary to digest starches and sugars, so eating rice may lead to serious digestive problems for your pet guinea pig. Cramping, bloating and even intestinal stasis (when there are no bowel movements at all) …
Guinea pigs require a varied diet of fruits and veggies to provide them with all the essential vitamins. Cabbage is one such vegetable, boasting calcium and Vitamin C as key sources of nutrition. Give some leaves to your guinea pigs …
Guinea pigs require access to ample grass and timothy hay for proper digestion, dental health and wear of molars. Alfalfa hay provides protein and calcium for pregnant guinea pigs and nursing momma pigs during gestation and lactation. Although alfalfa hay …