There are a handful of animals that come to mind when people think of getting a first pet, and a guinea pig is definitely on ...

If you’re thinking about getting a guinea pig (Cavia porcellus), you probably have some questions about how to choose the ...

Typically, domesticated Guinea pigs eat processed pellets made from alfalfa hay or timothy hay and vitamins and minerals that Guinea pigs need to be healthy. They also love vegetables and fruits ...

Guinea pigs primarily eat grass hay, but they can be supplemented with fresh fruits and vegetables and dry pellets to provide more nutrients.

"Hay is the perfect environmental enrichment for guinea pigs who not only can hide and nest in it, but also nibble and eat it. I have used autoclaved hay successfully for a decade" (Cunneen). "We ...

Many diners eat every last ... says guinea pigs — which he says usually weigh no more than 2 pounds — are twice as efficient as cows at turning food, like hay and compost scraps, into meat ...