Guinea pig nutrition: unlimited hay and daily vitamin C
Guinea pigs can’t make vitamin C. Correct diet and signs of scurvy.
Hay should make up about 80% of the diet with guinea-pig pellets and fresh veg. They can’t make vitamin C—offer bell pepper and other rich greens daily. Watch for scurvy and keep at least two together.
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