Guinea pigs are fun pets that are not that difficult to care for. In the article, we will talk about the nuances of feeding a small fluffy pet.
How and what to feed a guinea pig
Guinea pigs eat a variety of foods and greens. According to the recommendations of experienced professionals, the pet's diet should be varied and balanced. ½ of the total menu should be hay.
Guinea pigs love to eat vegetables and fruits: broccoli, cabbage, celery, carrots, cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkin, apples, seedless grapes, as well as herbs such as: mint, parsley, plantain, dandelion, clover, coriander, carrot tops and beets.
At the same time, about 70% of the diet should be hay, 25% dry food and 5% succulent food. Hay is sold in pet stores, it is necessary for the pig for proper digestion and promotes tooth grinding, so it should always be in the cage.
Proper nutrition of the animal is the key to its health and high quality of life.
What should be in a cage for a guinea pig
Of the mandatory items in the home of a guinea pig, there must be:
- Pine or cedar sawdust bedding (replaced regularly);
- A drinking bowl with water, but not a plate;
- A bowl of food, which is placed at a distance from the "toilet";
- Sennik - a container with hay introduced into the diet of animals.
