How do you feed an Abyssinian guinea pig?

Provide a constant supply of grass hay. Timothy, orchard, or brome hay is the most important part of your pet’s diet. Hay provides the fiber a guinea pig needs and helps wear down its teeth. Go for grass hay instead of legume hay, such as alfalfa, which contains too much protein and calcium and can lead to obesity.

What should guinea pigs eat daily?

The preferred basic diet for guinea pigs is unlimited amounts of Timothy or other low-calcium hay, supplemented with smaller amounts of a commercial, high-fiber, Timothy-hay based guinea pig pellets. Vitamin C (see below) should be given each day. Hay should be offered free-choice throughout the day.

Are Abyssinian guinea pigs rare?

Abyssinian guinea pigs are very common. They are a type of guinea pig with a distinctive hair style that includes natural rosettes, and they come in a variety of colours, from albino and agouti to dalmatian and tortoiseshell.

What do guineas pigs eat?

Timothy
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How much do Abyssinian guinea pigs eat?

Abyssinian Guinea Pigs require the same diet and have the same dietary restrictions of any other guinea pig. Timothy hay is the most essential, and you should provide unlimited amounts of fresh, clean, slightly green hay. They also require plenty of vegetables, and you should feed them about one cup per day.

How long do Abyssinian guinea pigs live for?

between 5 and 6 years
How long do Abyssinian guinea pigs live? As a general rule of thumb, it’s common for these pets to live between 5 and 6 years.

Do guinea pigs need veggies every day?

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. Leafy greens like romaine lettuce, red and green leaf lettuces, kale, cilantro and parsley should comprise the bulk of your pig’s fresh produce.

Do Abyssinian guinea pigs need baths?

Abyssinian guinea pigs have longer hair, so naturally, they are going to require special care. They are not as high maintenance as other long hair guinea pigs, but they will require an occasional bath, shampooing, and nail trimming. They will also need frequent combing to help prevent knots and matted hair.

What veg can guinea pigs eat every day?

Vegetables like red or green pepper and broccoli have high levels of vitamin C in them and are great daily options. Add carrots, zucchini, tomato or sweet potato once or twice a week.

What are guinea pigs not allowed to eat?

Foods guinea pigs cannot eat

  • Chocolate (or anything else containing caffeine)
  • Onions.
  • Garlic.
  • Mushrooms.
  • Iceberg lettuce.
  • Avocados.
  • Nuts.
  • Potatoes.

Do Abyssinian guinea pigs like to be held?

Yes, Abyssinian Guinea Pigs love to play, and they love the attention they get from children. Most enjoy being pet and gently combed and will provide countless hours of entertainment for your child. They don’t require too much space and are easy to keep up maintain.