Guinea Pig
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Can Guinea Pigs Eat Dog Food? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Safety Guide
If you have a guinea pig and a dog, you might be wondering if their diets are very similar. Or you might want to offer your guinea pig a tasty treat and wonder…
Can Guinea Pigs Drink Out of a Bowl? Vet-Approved Pros & Cons
You likely have an image of a guinea pig drinking out of those water bottles attached to the side of their cage. However, it’s also normal to wonder if they ca…
Abyssinian Guinea Pig Breed: Info, Pictures, Temperament & Traits
Abyssinian guinea pigs are one of the most common and oldest breeds of guinea pigs.1 They range from every color, stemming from light beige, white, and red to…
Himalayan Guinea Pig: Pictures, Info, Traits & Care Guide
The Himalayan guinea pig is a distinct and striking breed with unique coloration and a gentle, lovable temperament. Though they are more difficult to find than…
Merino Guinea Pig: Pictures, Lifespan, Behavior & Care Guide
The Merino guinea pig is one of the least common guinea pig breeds in existence, so it's no wonder that so few people know about them. This breed’s origin is u…
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Alfalfa Hay? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide
Some guinea pigs can eat alfalfa hay, but only eat if they’re 6 months old or less, pregnant, or nursing. Alfalfa hay is particularly high in calcium, which ca…
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Paper? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide
Paper is commonly placed in guinea pig habitats as something to play with or burrow in, but will it hurt them if they start munching on some? Typically, no. Ch…
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Chicken? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts
Finding new treats for your guinea pig can be fun, but if your pet is picky, it can be quite the challenge! You may feel like you’ve exhausted all options amon…
