Feeding Your Guinea Pig

The key to a happy, healthy guinea pig is a balanced diet. Without proper feeding, your pet will be at risk of serious health problems in the very near future. If you are unsure as to what your cavvy's diet should consist of, the following information will be helpful for you but please be aware that no single guinea pig food can really be described as "complete". Your pet should be fed a varied, fibre rich diet and it is up to you as a responsible owner to make sure he gets this. Make sure that your pet is getting the nutrition that it needs to be healthy and live a long life.

· Plenty of vitamin C. Guinea pigs, like humans, do not produce Vitamin C. As a pet owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your guinea's diet is fortified with Vitamin C. Feeding it a fresh supply of pellets on a daily basis provides a good foundation for your pet to be healthy. Be sure that the pellets aren't made from corn or animal by products but, instead, from alfalfa or hay.

· Fresh fruit and vegetables. To ensure that your pet gets the extra nutrients and Vitamin C that it needs to be healthy, add fresh food to its diet. Cucumbers, red or green bell peppers, kale, carrots, celery, romaine lettuce, pear, apple, and corn on the cob are just a few of the fruits and vegetables that your piggy will enjoy. Remember, however, that just like humans, your guinea pig will have its likes and dislikes. Discover what your pets like and feed it to him daily. The roughage in its diet will keep him digestive system working properly and will be very helpful in keeping your pet healthy.

· Hay. You should also provide your guinea pig with an unlimited supply of hay to chew on throughout the day. This serves as a perfect snack and can add nutrients to its diet.

· Fresh water. Don't forget to keep a fresh supply of water in the cage with you guinea pig. As a rule of thumb, check the water supply daily to ensure that your pet doesn't get thirsty.

Use the tips above to help in feeding your guinea pig. Realize the importance of Vitamin C in your pet's diet. Be sure that the pellets you choose to feed your guinea pig are enriched with vitamin C. Feed it fruits and vegetables daily to help strengthen the immune system and fight off diseases such as scurvy. The healthier your guinea's diet, the longer it will live and happy it will be.

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