Your guinea pig needs a variety of foods to keep her healthy and happy. Start with a high-quality nutritionally complete guinea pig pellets. Buy these pellets from a reputable pet supply store with high turnover so you are sure they are fresh. Give your guinea pig fresh leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, kale or spinach. Offer your pig other crunchy vegetables such as carrots and squash for added nutrition. Small pieces of fruit such as apple slices or strawberries make a good treat. Your guinea pig cannot create vitamin C on his own so ensure that some of the fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin C. Your guinea pig also needs lots of timothy hay. This hay helps your pig’s digestive system work well and all that nibbling help keep his teeth trim. And make sure your guinea pig has access to fresh, clean water at all times. For more information, contact your Marion, IA veterinarian.