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My guinea pigs are overweight. How can I help them lose weight?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

I went to vet got told my guinea pigs are overweight didn’t get any advice on how to help them lose weight can you give some advice on what I feed and also some tips for more excirse

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on June 13th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out. The key is to decrease caloric intake. Pellets and vegetables are usually the culprits. A good quality hay, free choice, is difficult to gain weight with. Cut pellets and treats in half. Increase allowed exercise by allowing to roam (supervised) in a play area. Good luck.

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