The foods to keep firmly out of the cage — and why they’re a problem Guinea pigs are strict herbivores with delicate digestive systems, so quite a few everyday foods are genuinely dangerous to them. Some are outright toxic — chocolate, onions and garlic, avocado, rhubarb, and the green parts of potato and tomato plants….
A safe, gradual approach to helping a chunky piggy slim down — without ever putting their health at risk Helping an overweight guinea pig get back to a healthy weight is mostly about fixing the diet’s balance, not cutting the amount of food. The single most important rule: never restrict hay or starve your pig…
Simple, practical ways to keep your piggy well-watered — and how to spot trouble early Water is one of the most overlooked parts of guinea pig care, yet it’s just as important as hay and fresh veg. A healthy guinea pig drinks roughly 50 to 150 ml of water a day, though this varies a…
The foods that keep your piggy thriving — and how much of each they actually need. A healthy guinea pig diet is built on a simple foundation: unlimited grass hay, a daily portion of fresh vegetables, a small amount of vitamin C–fortified pellets, and constant access to fresh water. Hay should make up the vast…