What wild plants can I feed my guinea pig?
What wild plants can I feed my guinea pig?
List of 20 Safe Wild Plants for Guinea Pigs and Rabbits
Grass | Shepherd’s Purse | Wild blackberry, strawberries, raspberry |
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Dandelion | White Clover | Nasturtium |
Chickweed | Red Clover | Cow Parsley |
Plantain (Narrow and Broad Leaf) | Willow leaves | Golden rod |
Cleavers (Goose Grass) | Yarrow | Mallow |
Can guinea pigs eat all types of parsley?
Guinea pigs can eat Italian parsley, also known as flat leaf parsley as well as the curly varieties. They will enjoy the stalks and leaves of this herb too so there is no waste.
Can guinea pigs eat wild cow parsley?
The Guinea pig Guru added a new photo to the album: Safe edible wild plants. Cow parsley, wild chervil, Keck (Anthriscus sylvestris). Piggies do love this plant as it is similar tasting to parsley.
Is cow parsley poisonous to guinea pigs?
Adult Guinea Pig They can eat cow parsley, just make certain it is cow parsley and not the almost identical but very poisonous hemlock. Cow parsley has ridged stems, hemlock has smooth. There are a few other differences but that’s the main one I remember.
Do guinea pigs need a constant supply of hay?
Timothy hay: Provide an unlimited quantity of fresh timothy hay every day. Guinea pigs need continuous access to hay to aid their digestion and limit the growth of their teeth. Fruit and vegetables: Fresh vegetables can be offered once a day and should be equivalent to about one cup total per guinea pig per day.
Can guinea pigs eat grass cuttings?
Guinea Pigs and grass cuttings You shouldn’t feed your Guinea Pigs grass cuttings from a lawnmower as these can cause digestive problems according to the RSPCA.
How much parsley is too much for guinea pigs?
Overfeeding parsley can hurt your guinea pig’s health. You should only feed 5-10 sprigs of parsley in one serving. Anything above that can be harmful to your guinea pigs.
Can guinea pigs eat cucumbers?
Cucumber: Guinea Pigs can eat both the flesh, seeds (not too much) and the skin. Green beans:These contain vitamin C, and can be fed in a raw state. However they do also contain vitamin C. You can feed peas to your Guinea Pig in moderation.
Can guinea pigs eat false dandelion?
All really good little plants for feeding, the hawkweed and hawkbit have much smaller leaves and flowers than Dandelions, and are also referred to as false Dandelions. I think all Guinea Pigs absolutely love these, especially the crunchy stems of Dandelion flowers, yum yum!
Can guinea pigs eat dandelion weeds?
Yes, guinea pigs can eat dandelions. Dandelions are packed with many nutrients that your guinea pigs will benefit from if eaten moderately. Dandelions are not poisonous to guinea pigs. Guinea pigs love them, and the only thing that should cause worry is when they eat them in excess.
Can guinea pigs eat parsley daily?
Yes, guinea pigs can eat parsley. It will help them in getting Vitamin C. Serve only 2-3 days a week, in a serving quantity of 6-9 small stems at a time. Serving more than this can cause health issues because calcium present in parsley isn’t suitable for the health of guinea pigs.
Where do guinea pigs like to be touched?
Most guinea pigs prefer a good scratch behind the ears or gentle petting on the back. Find the level of contact your pet is most comfortable with, and he will grow to enjoy his time out of the cage.
What wild plants can I feed my guinea pig? List of 20 Safe Wild Plants for Guinea Pigs and Rabbits Grass Shepherd’s Purse Wild blackberry, strawberries, raspberry Dandelion White Clover Nasturtium Chickweed Red Clover Cow Parsley Plantain (Narrow and Broad Leaf) Willow leaves Golden rod Cleavers (Goose Grass) Yarrow Mallow Can guinea pigs eat all…