Your guinea pig needs a variety of foods to keep him healthy and happy. Start with high-quality guinea pig pellets purchased from a reputable pet supply store with a high turnover so you know the food is fresh. Add fresh leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, kale or spinach. Give your guinea pig additional crunchy vegetables such as carrots or squash for added nutrition. Your guinea pig will also enjoy small pieces of fruit such as strawberries or apple slices as a treat. Since your guinea pig’s body cannot formulate vitamin C, ensure that some of the fruits and vegetables you feed him are high in this important vitamin. He will also need lots of timothy hay. This hay helps your guinea pig’s digestive tract work well and all that nibbling helps keep the teeth trim. Make sure your pig has access to fresh, clean water at all times. Learn more from your animal hospital Burlington, ON.
