Is it safe for my guinea pig to eat raisins, pulses, or wheat?

Hi. Please refer to the following link as this is a great article on feeding GPs and has a list of safe fruits and veggies. https://tricountyhumanesociety.org/pet-tips/critter-tips/139-proper-guinea-pig-diet Copied from link-Guinea Pig Diet Timothy Hay WebGrass Hay Grass hay is an important part of a guinea pig's diet and should always be available. It is good to give a variety of grass hay, as each type of hay provides a slightly different texture and fiber content. Alfalfa Hay - Only give to pregnant, nursing, or young guinea pigs under 6 months of age. Alfalfa hay is too rich for adult guinea pigs, and in excess can lead to health problems. Botanical Hay - This hay has a great variety of grass and dry flowers, which offers different flavors for guinea pigs to enjoy. Oat Hay - This is a good hay to throw in some variety as it is thicker and harder and helps keep teeth ground down a little. Orchard Grass - This hay has a softer texture, which is nice for bedding as well as food.

Indeed you can! They contain phosphorus and calcium, which should not be fed so often, but they do contain a healthy amount of vitamin c. The best would be to feed them only once a week as raw, uncooked treat.

Generally speaking yes they can, but it is always best to feed them in very modest quantities. They contain a lot of sugars which are not recommended for bunnies. Feeding them with a lot of these dried grapes may cause not only diarrhea but also other health issues. I usually recommend not to exceed twice a week administration.

Thanks for reaching out about Fluff and including photos. Peanuts and other seeds are not healthy, too high in fat and low in nutrients. Pellets can be used as a supplement, but free choice to a good quality hay (timothy, not alfalfa) is the primary diet for guinea pigs. Since their teeth (incisors and cheek teeth) grow throughout life, hay is helpful on wearing the teeth down as it requires lots of chewing. It is also low in calories, which is good. The diet can be supplemented with 1/4 c of fresh vegetables. Good luck.

I would not recommend it. The fact that they are whole grain products and processed rules them out. It is not recommended for guinea pigs to eat grains or processed foods at all. I would recommend these: http://www.oxbowanimalhealth.com/products/type/detail?object=1677 Search the website - they have a few different flavors and treat options. Hope this helps!

Small amounts of cooked rice and some pulses can be okay to give dogs (provided that Rango does not have any food allergies and it does not cause him stomach upset). Visit http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/ for more information on what is and is not safe for your pup. Also try and avoid excess salt , as too much can be dangerous to his health http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/salt/

Guinea pigs require plenty of fresh water, grass or hay, and pellets. They can have up to 1 cup of vegetables per day, but that doesn't mean they need that much. Romaine lettuce is fine in moderation. This site provides a list of cavy--safe foods and detailed dietary instructions. I hope this helps. http://www.happycavy.com/what-can-guinea-pigs-eat/

Yes, raisins and grapes are both toxic to mice. Ingestion can cause acute kidney injury (AKI). The mechanism of how grapes and raisins cause AKI is unknown. There are several suspected hypotheses: * inability to metabolize certain components of the fruit (ie: tannins, high monosaccharide content) * there may be mycotoxins or pesticide residues on the fruit that is the issue and not the actual fruit itself * the presence of salicylate-like chemicals within the grape or raisin It is best to steer clear of feeding either of these to your mice. Hope this answers your question. Best wishes.

yes it is ok, and it is actually more valuable as it contains more Vitamin C. Avoid ornamental grass as it can be toxic. This diet should be supplemented, or better complemented, with mixed commercial one anyway. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

I do not think the pellets are bad but should be given in moderation. These are high in fat and can cause obesity. I recommend a large amount of roughage like Timothy hay all day long with moderate amount of veggies and small amount of pellets. The roughage is really good for their teeth too.