Your guinea pig needs a variety of foods to stay healthy and happy. Start with a high-quality guinea pig pellet as the mainstay of his diet. Purchase pellets from a store with high volume so you are sure they are fresh. Give him fresh green vegetables such as romaine lettuce, spinach or kale and other crunchy vegetables such as carrots and squash for added nutrition. Small pieces of fruit such as strawberry or apple slices make a great treat. Your guinea pig’s body cannot manufacture vitamin C so ensure that some of the fruits and vegetables you offer him are high in this important vitamin. Your pig will also need lots of timothy hay. This hay helps keep your pig’s digestive system working properly and all that nibbling helps keep his teeth trim. And ensure your pig has access to fresh, clean water at all times. Contact your Glen Ellyn, IL vet to learn more.