5 Eating

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NOTE: Many fruits are full of natural sugar, contain fruit acid and possible low Ca:P ratio, which could lead to bladder problems. Cut the fruits to small pieces to avoid mouth soreness.

! Fruits must be provided occasionally, as a treat.

Following fruits are recommended for occasional consumption:

• Apple: Thin wedge, include peel, REMOVE SEEDS which contain cyanide compound.
• Pear: Thin wedge, include peel. Remove seeds.
• Apricot: Dried, a couple small pieces.
• Banana: Relatively low in vitamin C but rich in other nutrients.
• Blueberries
• Cantaloupe
• Seedless Grapes or Raisins: NOT BOTH, and very sparingly.
• Orange
• Strawberries: Another popular summer fruit, also very high in vitamin C.
• Watermelon
• Cranberries: very high in vitamin C; too much can cause STOMACH UPSET.
• Grapefruit: Pink, red, and white varieties are all good sources of vitamin C, but they can be too sour for some pigs. They are high in WATER content so are refreshing in warm weather.
• Kiwi: Extremely high in vitamin C and considered very good for cavies.
• Mango: High water content makes it very refreshing.
• Raspberries: Some guinea pigs find these too tart to eat; others love them.