Guinea Piggles was created by Monique, and now her husband, Julian, also helps with creating the videos and other bits and bobs behind the scenes! When we first had guinea pigs, it was for our daughter (nickname Bug), who had begged us for ages…
Guinea pigs have specific needs compared to other small pets such as rabbits, hamsters, rats or gerbils. If you are thinking of getting a guinea pig, it’s important to know what caring for these small pets involves, so you can decide if they are…
If you’re getting guinea pigs, one of the most important points you’ll need to consider is how and where to house them. One of the biggest decisions is whether you’ll keep them inside or outside. But you’ll also need to find suitable accommodation for…
Guinea pigs can eat zucchini, also known as courgettes, including the skin and seeds, however many guinea pigs don’t actually like this vegetable. Nutritional information for zucchini Below is the nutritional value per 100g of zucchini Vitamin C: 17.9 mg Calcium: 16 mg Phosphorous: 38 mg Fiber: 1…
Nutritional information for cranberries Below is the nutritional value per 100g of cranberries Vitamin C: 14 mg Calcium: 8 mg Phosphorous: 11 mg Fiber: 3.6 g Sugar: 4.3 g
Nutritional information for cress Below is the nutritional value per 100g of cress Vitamin C: 69 mg Calcium: 81 mg Phosphorous: 76 mg Fiber: 1.1 g Sugar: 4.4 g
Guinea pigs can eat cucumber but is it safe to give them the skin and the seeds of this salad vegetable and what nutrition does it provide for them?. In fact, the skin or peel of a vegetable is often where vitamins and minerals…
Guinea pigs can eat dandelion leaves, also known as dandelion greens, as well as the flowers and flower stems. Although dandelions are considered as weeds, the great thing about them is that they are free and one of a guinea pig’s favorite foods. Foraging…
Dill is a less common herb than some others such as basil or cilantro and you may not have tried feeding it to your guinea pigs but it is definitely a good food to include in their diet. Our guinea pigs really enjoy eating…
Fennel is something you may never have thought of feeding to your guinea pig. In fact although most bulbs are not safe for guinea pigs to eat, the fennel bulb is safe and can be given as part of your guinea pigs veggie portion….
Grapes are safe for guinea pigs to eat but because of the high sugar content (over 15% sugars), this fruit should be considered a rare treat. They can eat the skins too but you should remove any seeds or give the seedless variety. Both…