Collection: Guinea pig

Whether you are already the proud owner of a guinea pig or are considering adopting one, it is important to make sure you have the equipment needed to take good care of them and meet their important needs. This includes a nutritious diet, regular time outside the cage, and mental and physical stimulation. Guinea pigs are relatively clean animals, but you as the owner are still required to contribute to daily cleaning by changing the bedding in the cage and emptying the toilet. In addition, it is your daily task to provide fresh water, as well as feeding and removing food scraps.

Proper nutrition is essential for the health of guinea pigs, and an incorrect diet can lead to illness. Guinea pigs cannot produce their own vitamin C, as most other animals can, and must therefore obtain this vitamin through their diet. Therefore, it is important to ensure that guinea pigs are given the right type of food, especially guinea pig food, to maintain healthy levels of vitamin C. Hay is an important part of a guinea pig's diet and should make up at least 80% of their diet. In addition to hay, they should be given guinea pig pellets, fresh vegetables and fruit to supplement their diet.

The hay given to the guinea pigs should be green, dry and dust-free. In the summer it may be a good idea to replace some of the hay with fresh grass, but this should be done gradually to avoid stomach problems. In addition to hay, pellets are an important part of the basic diet, as this provides them with the necessary nutrients. It is also important to portion correctly to avoid overfeeding, as guinea pigs tend to eat everything they are served. There is often a guide for serving amounts on the packaging, and usually 1 to 2 tablespoons per day is enough for a guinea pig.

The A-Vet team consists of veterinarians and professionals with high expertise in animal husbandry and animal health. Therefore, you can be sure that the products you find in our online store are both safe and of high quality. Explore our product range and discover accessories that will enrich your guinea pig's life! You will also find a number of other products for other rodents , but also dogs and cats in our online store. Click through the selection of news and promotional items , which your pet is sure to appreciate!