Guinea Pig Food & Treats

Guinea Pig Food & Treats

A balanced diet is essential for keeping guinea pigs healthy, active and in good condition.

At Zoar’s Ark, you can shop guinea pig food, hay and treats designed to support their everyday nutritional needs, with products suitable for regular feeding and occasional rewards.

From complete guinea pig pellets to high-fibre hay and tasty treats, our range makes it easier to build a suitable feeding routine.

Choosing the Right Guinea Pig Food

Guinea pigs need a high-fibre diet, with good quality hay forming a large part of what they eat each day.

A suitable complete guinea pig food or pellet can provide additional nutrients alongside hay and fresh vegetables.

Because guinea pigs cannot produce their own vitamin C, it is important to choose a diet that supports their nutritional requirements and to follow the feeding guidance provided with each product.

Fresh, clean drinking water should always be available.

Guinea Pig Treats

Treats can be used to add variety, encourage interaction and make feeding more engaging.

They should be offered in moderation and should never replace hay, fresh food or a balanced complete diet.

Choose treats that are specifically suitable for guinea pigs and avoid overfeeding richer or sugary options.

Supporting a Healthy Guinea Pig Diet

Consistency is important when feeding guinea pigs.

If you are changing food, introduce the new diet gradually to reduce the risk of digestive upset.

Alongside suitable food, guinea pigs also benefit from clean housing, plenty of bedding, enrichment and opportunities to move and explore.

Explore our wider guinea pig range for housing and accessories, bedding, toys and enrichment, and health and care products.

Guinea Pig Food FAQs

What should guinea pigs eat every day?
Guinea pigs should have constant access to good quality hay, fresh water and a suitable complete guinea pig food, alongside appropriate fresh vegetables.

Do guinea pigs need vitamin C?
Yes. Guinea pigs cannot make their own vitamin C, so their diet needs to provide a reliable source of it.

Can guinea pigs have treats?
Yes, but treats should only be fed in moderation and should be suitable for guinea pigs.

Is hay important for guinea pigs?
Yes. Hay is a major source of fibre and should make up a large part of a guinea pig’s daily diet.