[header] How to feed a guinea pig a well balanced meal [title] Purchase a bag of hay to feed your guinea pig. [step] Fresh hay is an important element of a guinea pig's diet and overall health. This is because guinea pigs need hay to keep their teeth from overgrowing.
[header] How to feed a guinea pig a well balanced meal [title] Purchase a bag of hay to feed your guinea pig. [step] Fresh hay is an important element of a guinea pig's diet and overall health. This is because guinea pigs need hay to keep their teeth from overgrowing.
Hay also contains the right balance of calcium that guinea pigs need. In addition, hay keeps their digestive system clean. Of course, guinea pigs are not picky eaters, but just like humans, guinea pigs are picky eaters about what's important and what you need. For the most part, you should get a bag of hay made out of a heavy fabric, which will provide nutrition. A good combination of color and texture with hay will help to keep your guinea pig's teeth healthy. [substeps] Choose short hay to avoid feeding your guinea pig hay that is too tall. Purchase a large open bag of hay, preferably the fabric bag type, and place several hay cubes in it. [substeps] Make sure to wear gloves as you are scooping hay into your bag.