The guinea pigs are among the most budget-friendly pets you can have. They are rodents, and because of this many people mistakenly believe that these pets can munch on almost anything. However, the guinea pigs have their own suitable meal plan for optimal health. What is guinea pigs’ favorite food? The guinea pigs’ favorite foods are fresh produce items like fruits and veggies. They thrive off these foods for the needed nutrients. Guinea pigs’ other...
I always encourage people to make big research about a pet they want to get or about pets they already have. Whether you are here because of research or because of your curiosity, you’ve come to the right place. Can guinea pigs know when to stop eating? The answer to this question is yes they can. This is an unexpected answer, I agree. Most of the animals eat as much as you feed them without having a sense of being full. Guinea...
When I first adopted my guinea pigs, I was utterly overwhelmed by the amount of information available on their care. After reading all the books and blogs, I still didn’t feel confident in my caretaking abilities. I discovered that guinea pigs could not manufacture vitamin C in their bodies, and they need constant sources of it to stay healthy. Most veterinarians recommend wholesome fruits, vegetables, and roughage to help your guinea pig maintain their health,...
What is one of the first questions that come to mind, once you decide to get a new pet? Of course, the food-related question! Getting a guinea pig is an amazing idea. These cuddly and cute little friends will surely bring joy into your life. But how much do guinea pigs eat? And what do they eat? Certainly, you don’t want your pet to be hungry. But, at the same time, overeating can be an...
Guinea pigs are really cute, and they like eating. While there are a lot of things that guinea pigs “can” eat, but there are other things that they really ‘like’ to eat. While the common notion is to feed lots of fruits and vegetables to guinea pigs, your guinea pig might prefer to eat something else. What do guinea pigs like to eat? Guinea pigs like to eat leafy and green vegetables. Keep your guinea...
Fruits and vegetables are an essential part of guinea pig’s food regimen. But, there are some foods which are an absolute no-no for guinea pigs. There are also some foods which can be given to guinea pigs but are harmful if given in excess. Guinea pigs are neophobic, which means that once they start eating something they do not want to try anything else. So it is even more important to feed them a variety...
Guinea Pig Tube was started because I LOVE Guinea Pigs. It all started with one guinea pig that I quite accidentally bought over a 10 years ago. I wanted to raise a healthy guinea pig but had zero knowledge about how to do that.
Guinea Pig Tube is the place where I share everything I learn about guinea pigs as I go.Please look around and use the resources. If some of this information help at least some of guinea pigs out there then the purpose of this site is achieved!Thank you