Vitamin C for Guinea pigs
Did you know that a lack of vitamin C in guinea pigs puts them at risk for scurvy? Guinea pigs (and some primates, including humans) can’t produce or store their own Vitamin C, so they… Read More »Vitamin C for Guinea pigs
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Guinea Pig Pregnancy info and tips
How long are guinea pigs pregnant? A guinea pig’s pregnancy duration is 59 to 72 days or approximately 2 months. The average guinea pig pregnancy lasts about 65 days. How can you tell if a… Read More »Guinea Pig Pregnancy info and tips
Can guinea pigs eat strawberries?
Can guinea pigs eat strawberries? Yes, guinea pigs can eat strawberries, but like most other fruit, strawberries should only be given once in a while as a treat. Strawberries are high in vitamin C, which… Read More »Can guinea pigs eat strawberries?
What color bell pepper is best for guinea pigs?
Fun fact: Bell peppers start out green and as it ripens it changes color to yellow, then to orange, with red bell peppers being the ripest. All color bell peppers are safe for guinea pigs… Read More »What color bell pepper is best for guinea pigs?
Can guinea pigs eat pumpkin?
Yes, you can safely feed your guinea pig a few small bits of raw pumpkin once or twice a week. Pumpkin is considered a treat. It contains a little vitamin C, but also contains a… Read More »Can guinea pigs eat pumpkin?
Can I keep guinea pigs in a bedroom?
When my family first got our guinea pigs, my daughter wanted to put the cage in her bedroom. My first thought was: Is it healthy to keep a guinea pig cage in your bedroom? My… Read More »Can I keep guinea pigs in a bedroom?
Can Guinea pigs eat grass?
Guinea pigs are foraging animals, so it is ok for them to eat as much grass as they like. Guinea pigs’ digestive system is designed for lots of forage and most of their diet should… Read More »Can Guinea pigs eat grass?
What hay should guinea pigs eat?
There is no doubt that hay is the staple food of guinea pigs and that they need an unlimited supply. In fact 80% of their diet should consist of hay, but what kind of hay?… Read More »What hay should guinea pigs eat?
How to bathe your guinea pig
Can I bathe a guinea pig? Yes, you can bathe a guinea pig. However it is not something to do often, only when necessary (about twice a year). Guinea pigs generally keep themselves pretty clean.… Read More »How to bathe your guinea pig
Can Guinea pigs eat weeds?
Yes and no, depending on the weeds. Guinea pigs can eat some types of weeds and some types are poisonous. It is essential to know which weeds are good and bad for your guinea pigs.… Read More »Can Guinea pigs eat weeds?
