2012年1月30日星期一

Is it OK to feed cabbage to a guinea pig?

What other vegetables can they eat?
Is it OK to feed cabbage to a guinea pig?
You can, but there's better and more nutritious veggies to feed them. Cabbage is mostly water and doesn't contain a lot of nutrients. What type of cabbage also makes a difference.



The other problem with cabbage is it's a very gassy food. You want to limit how much they get or they get bloated from too much gassy food - and they're not comfortable or happy when they're bloated.
Reply:Feeding cabbage to a guines pig would be pretty pointless seeing as how it is very much like iceburg lettuce (which is nearly ALL water). I would feed a guinea pig Romaine Lettuce, Shredded carrots, Oranges, Spinach Leaves, and other things of the sort.
Reply:I agree with most of the folks on here. I don't feed it to mine because I don't want to chance them getting a tummy ache from gas or other problems, but they get spoiled with lots of timothy hay, fresh fruits, melons, and green veggies as well as some chemical free grass grown especially for them.
Reply:This is what I feed mine:



Beet greens %26amp; root

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Bell Peppers

Celery

Cabbage

Collard greens

Carrot tops/leaves

Cantaloupe %26amp; rind

Cauliflower stem, flower, leaves

Dandelion

Dill %26amp; Dill weed

Grass - wheat, winter rye

Kiwi Fruit

Mustard greens / Leaf Mustard

Parsley

Red Cabbage Swiss Chard, Red Chard

Spinach

Strawberries

Strawberry greens

Water Cress



His favorite are parsley and broccoli
Reply:of course u can feed it alfalfa,grass,cabbage,spinach,lettuce,ba... strawberry
Reply:i woudl stay away from the cabbage and use kale its much better for them
Reply:lots they can eat cabage too, they can eat most fruits too
Reply:i got four guineapigs and its ok
Reply:Yes, it's ok to feed cabbage to your guinea pig! I occasionally feed very small amounts to mine but it does tend to make my piggies flatulant (= gassy), so they fart!



I have noticed that each piggie (just like us!) has their personal preference on what is their favorite veggie. I have one who adores baby carrots even over romaine and 2 who love tomatoes and parsley equally. The last pig will eat ANYTHING!



Anyhow, here is what Guinea Lynx has to say about cabbage and other vegetables for your piggies:



Every cavy needs daily:

Vitamin C

Fresh Water

Quality Pellets

Unlimited Grass Hay

Fresh Vegetables



What People Say

What do people really feed their guinea pigs? It's different for everyone and depends on what is in season, whether you are interested in foraging for greens, and what you think is good for your guinea pig, not to mention what your pig is willing to eat. Every pig is different: some have medical conditions requiring special diets. A few pigs don't like cabbage or cilantro. Others hate tomatoes (a staple in my home). Who knows what will turn your pig's head? Whatever you offer your cavies, introduce foods slowly, offer a variety, and be sure to provide unlimited high quality hay and plain pellets.



The lists in the diet section provide nutritional content for a variety of vegetables and fruits. But not all foods are equal, nor should all be fed in unlimited quantities. Here are a few commonly held opinions:



Variety, variety, variety -- modest amounts of a variety of vegs (and a few fruits) are best

Feed primarily green leafy vegetables

Fruits should be only a small part of the diet

Don't give too many carrots -- at most, only a small carrot every other day or so

Avoid or severely limit cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower as they may cause gas

Cut up celery in small pieces so the strings don't cause problems

Iceberg lettuce is best not offered guinea pigs; it is low in nutrients and according to some people, could cause loose stools if given in excess

Avoid starchy vegetables like potatoes

Do not feed potato skins and eyes -- they can be very high in oxalic acid



Author's Veg List

Here is a sample of the vegetables and fruits the author provides each of her guinea pigs daily, along with unlimited high quality hay and plain pellets:



Grass, between a handful to several handfuls, more in the warmer months

Green pepper, 1/8 to 1/4 of whole pepper

Romaine lettuce, one or two large leaves, sometimes more

Tomato, wedge of large tomato or small Roma tomato

Carrot (baby), one small

Occasional vegetables:



--- Broccoli leaves (tiny) and peeled broccoli stem

--- Chinese Cabbage (pak-choi), one leaf

--- Corn silks and husks when in season

--- Parsley, one or more sprigs

--- Forages like chickweed, dandelions, and young clover



Fruit (a couple fruits per day from this list):



--- Apple, thin wedge, no seeds

--- Apricot, dried, a couple raisin-sized pieces

--- Banana, 1/4" round slice

--- Blueberries, several

--- Cantaloupe, 1"X 2"piece with washed rind

--- Grapes or Raisins (not both), one or two

--- Orange, one slice

--- Strawberries

--- Watermelon, 1" X 2" piece with washed rind



You may not be able to add forages to your pigs diet, but they are a welcome addition for those of us who can. Grass is a major part of my pigs' diet, especially in spring and fall when it is most plentiful and tasty. I try to provide some grass every day but take a break when there is snow cover. Chickweed, young clover, young plantain and especially dandelion (another favorite) are other popular forages, especially welcome when young and tender. See Forages for more information on how to find nutritious weeds and grasses.



Remember: Don't feed anything you wouldn't eat yourself (i.e. no spoiled food) and rinse food thoroughly.



And if you choose to provide grass or other forages, avoid areas next to busy roadsides or those frequented by dogs or livestock. Select clean, pesticide-free plants that show no signs of mildew or disease -- the younger, the better.



http://www.guinealynx.info/fave.html



Good luck and have fun with your piggie!
Reply:A good guinea pig diet might include carrots, lettuce, apples, and sometimes some parsley or other fresh fruits and vegetables. Most fresh fruits and veggies from your kitchen are good to feed your guinea pig. Something NOT good to give your guinea pig is potato peelings or anything with potatoes in them. Potatoes poison guinea pigs and will kill them, so don’t feed your guinea pigs any potatoes! Raw beans and iceberg lettuce are also NOT good foods to give your guinea pig. Guinea pigs like to chomp down on hay and dried pellets. You can put some hay in one corner of your cage and some pellets in a food bowl in another corner of the cage. Make sure that your guinea pig gets enough water. At most pet stores you can get water bottles for guinea pigs and other rodents, too.

Here's a rundown of guinea pig food...

? Good foods for guinea pigs to eat are: apples, bananas, pears, strawberries, grapefruit, honeydew melon, kiwis, tangerines, yellow plums, oranges, watermelon, grapes, lemons, cauliflower leaves, broccoli, turnips, peppers, parsley, red beets, cucumbers, celery, spinach, tomatoes, and zucchini.

? Bad foods for guinea pigs to eat are: Iceberg lettuce, all varieties of green cabbage, chinese cabbage, cauliflower, and red cabbage.

? Poisonous foods for guinea pigs to eat are: Potato peelings and raw beans. As for the actual potato, there has been some confusion about whether they are or aren't poisonous to guinea pigs. To be on the safe side, I would suggest not feeding your guinea pig potatoes. For a more comlete list of plants that are poisonous to guinea pigs, visit the Poisonous Foods page.

? Hay is another good food for guinea pigs. It is the basic food for guinea pigs. If you feed them hay along with water, it is suitable for the winter! This is only if no fresh veggies or fruits are available.

? You can gather plants from outside to give to guinea pigs. They absolutely love outdoor greens! Just make sure that there are no flowers or dried tree leaves in the bundle you pick. If there are any leaves or flowers in it, cut them out and give only the plant leaves and stalks to your guinea pig. Grass is also considered a treat to guinea pigs! If you do decide to collect outdoor plants, do not get them if they grow near roads or sidewalks, or have been treated with pesticides!

? Toilet paper tubes and paper towel tubes are completely fine for guinea pigs to eat. It gives them something to chew on to help their teeth, as well as something to play with. It is also like an in-between meal for them, when they aren’t eating anything else.

? Pellets are a part of a regular guinea pig diet. They have some vitamins and minerals added, so they are really healthy. Guinea pigs don’t consider them a treat unless there are extra dried fruits or nuts added to them.

? Salt and mineral wheels are optional. Salt wheels are exactly what they are called. It is salt formed into the shape of a wheel that can be attached to the cage. Then the guinea pig can chew on it anytime it feels like it! The mineral wheel is a mix of minerals and salt. It is usually a reddish color, unlike the salt wheel that is always white.

? Vitamin C is very important to guinea pigs! They can get this from fresh fruits. Oranges have a particular big amount of Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps fight infections in guinea pigs, as well as to heal wounds. It also helps break down and metabolize proteins in the guinea pig's diet.

? Clean and fresh water is necessary for guinea pigs to live. It is pretty much necessary for any living thing on Earth! Change the water whenever needed, preferably once every two-three days.

? The entire digestive tract of a guinea pig is about 2.3 meters long.

? These materials are needed for a guinea pigs' survival: Vitamins, minerals, carbohydrate, fats, proteins, and of course, water!

? These vitamins are needed for a guinea pig to survive: Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.

? These minerals are needed for a guinea pig to survive: Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Potassium, and Sodium.

? Guinea pigs are not able to store water for a long period of time, and that is why it is necessary to replenish their water any time the water bottle gets low. Every cell needs the water, so guinea pigs have to drink almost constantly.

? Guinea pigs are also able to eat dirt. This may sound funny, but it is true. Dirt has vitamins and minerals and nutrients that guinea pigs need, and apparently, they seem to like it!

? Guinea pigs will occasionally eat their own feces (poops). The feces still contain some leftover nutrients, and so the guinea pigs eat them. This is sort of a way of recycling. It will not hurt them, and it will actually help them live, because of the materials within them.
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