- Dental issues will impact the amount a guinea pig eats which will impact their digestive system and vice versa so it is really important that hay is available at all times to prevent these issues. Despite the importance of hay as a dietary requirement it is important to not just think of hay as a food source but also as an enrichment source for your guinea pigs.
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Good-quality hay should make up most of your guinea pigs' diet, and they should always have it available to them. They should have fresh grass as often as possible too, ideally every day. They naturally graze, eating only grass, herbs and some other plants (such as dandelion or groundsel) for long periods, both day and night. Indoor housed guinea pigs can be offered fresh growing grass in pots. Remember, guinea pigs need hay and/or grass for their digestive systems to function properly.
- Make sure the vegetables are fresh, I always say, If you wouldnt eat them, dont feed them to your guinea pigs! Also make sure all vegetables are thoroughly rinsed before feeding. Some veggies are higher in calcium than others (like romaine lettuce) so factor that in your selection as too much calcium over time can lead to problems like bladder stones. While many fruits are high in vitamin C, most are also high in sugar and also acidic (can upset the digestive system).
