Small Pets

The best guinea pig diet is mostly unlimited grass hay, plus plain pellets and daily fresh vegetables rich in vitamin C. Here is what to feed, how much, and what to avoid.

Chicken feed is not a safe food for guinea pigs. It lacks vitamin C, may contain medication, and is balanced for birds. Here is what to do instead.

A guinea pig that stops eating needs attention fast. Learn the common causes, what you can check at home, and why a vet visit shouldn’t wait.

Alfalfa hay and pellets are fine for young, pregnant, or nursing guinea pigs, but healthy adults do best on grass hay. Here is why, and how to switch.

A practical list of safe fruits and vegetables for guinea pigs, how much to feed, and which foods to avoid, built around hay, pellets, and vitamin C.

A simple daily feeding routine for guinea pigs: unlimited hay, a small pellet portion, and fresh vegetables.

Bell peppers and mini sweet peppers are safe, vitamin C-rich veggies for guinea pigs. Hot peppers are not. Here is how to serve them.

Higgins Sunburst Gourmet guinea pig food is an alfalfa-based pellet and forage blend with added vitamin C. Here is who it suits and how to feed it.

Yes, guinea pigs can eat fresh grass as a supplement to hay. Learn which grasses are safe, how to keep lawn grass pesticide-free, and how to introduce it slowly.