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How to change Guinea pig dry food without upsetting their tummies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered

How to change to a New Guinea pig dry food with out upsetting there tummy’s

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 27th, 2019

Gradual change over 10 days time is the key to ensure correct and slow transition without any clinical side effects. Mix new food with old one in a increasing proportion of 10-15% (new food) every day.

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