The Piggy Safety Treatment.
Guinea pigs are cute, inquisitive and ready to taste anything new. Nevertheless, as a conscientious pet owner, it is your responsibility to make sure that all the treats that you give are safe and healthy. The most prevalent question used by most guinea pig owners is:
“Can guinea pigs eat peaches?”
The answer to this is: Yes, but only in moderation. Peaches are acidic and high sweetness fruit. The full instructions of feeding this late summer snack to your furry friend safely are shown below.
Peaches and Guinea pigs: Are they a safe frozen treat?
Status Safety: Safe (as something special)
Guinea pigs can safely be fed on peaches as a form of occasional treat since the fruit has necessary vitamins and in particular Vitamin C, which is the vitamin that guinea pigs cannot synthesize naturally (leading to scurvy).
The most important Rule: Due to the concentration of sugar and acidity, when abundantly fed, peaches may lead to severe problems of the digestive system and weight gain.
Peach Nutritional Values
Peaches when eaten in moderation contain nutritious elements:
Vitamin C: This is essential in enhancing immunity and in the prevention of scurvy.
Fiber: Contributes to the optimality of the gut motility and digestion.
The Vitamins A and E: The vitamins help in a healthy skin and shiny coat.
Water Content: When the weather is hot removes dehydration.
Potential Hazards of Eating Peaches (Safety Warnings).
Prior to the consumption of peaches, it is important to note that there are certain health-related hazards as follows:
High Sugar Content
Peaches are naturally sweet. The over-indulgence in sugar in the small ration of the guinea pig may cause:
One of them is obesity and chronic illnesses (e.g., possible diabetes).
Uncomfort in the stomach, bloating and painful gases.
Acidity
Peaches are slightly acidic. The chronic use of them can result in:
Mouth irritations or omnipresent straightforward guinea pigs.
Problems with urinary tract when fed too often.
EXTREME DANGER: The Peach Pit
Feeding of the peach pit or any portion of the seed is never good. Peach pits also have a slight content of cyanide which is very toxic and may kill guinea pigs. They are also dangerous and life-threatening in terms of choking.
Diarrhea
Feeding of any fruit with a lot of water may break the fine equilibrium in the gut flora and cause loose stools or diarrhea.
The Guinea Pig and How Much Peach a Guinea Pig Eats.
It is a safe feeding rule that must be followed to the letter to moderation:
Quantity: 1-2 small at one bite sized ones (And even smaller than your fingernail pinky).
Frequency: One time per week/ less.
Rule of Thumb: A fruit treat must not comprise of more than 5 percent of their daily food intake.
The steps to follow are as follows and are precise to guarantee safety of the treat:
Step 1: Wash Thoroughly Rinse the whole peach on running water to show the peach is free of pesticides and chemical traces on the skin.
Step 2: Dep pit and get rid of the seeds (CRITical) Move all the flesh off starting working out in the middle of the pit. The pit should be disposed of immediately.
Step 3: Cut into small bits Cut the soft flesh into small and easy to handle bits. Minimal sizing of portions of you guinea pig averts the chances of your guinea pig taking huge bites that may lead to choking.
Step 4: Serve Fresh and discard leftovers Serve the fresh pieces fresh. Fruits of any kind stored should not remain in the cage longer than a few hours, lest they are spoiled, and become infested with pests.
Does Guinea pig bite Skin of peach?
Yes, they do eat the fuzz on the skin, but it has to be washed especially well against the possibility of pesticide residue.
Food Environment: Eat Staples, not Treats.
Keep in mind that the peaches are not a substitute of a meal. A healthy guinea pig should always eat the basic diet that includes:
Unlimited Hay: (70-80% of diet) This is important in the wellbeing of the digestive tract and tooth erosion.
Quality Pellets: (10-15 Per cent of diet) Forced with Vitamin C.
Carotenoids: Fresh Leafy Greens Eat more vegetables: (10-15% of diet) Be Drink Inc.
FAQ Section
Do guinea pigs make good of tinned peaches?
No. The canned peaches are flooded in heavy sugar syrup and include artificial preservatives, both of which are not only poisonous but also unhealthy to the guinea pigs.
Are baby guinea pigs able to eat the peaches?
It is not important to feed guinea pigs less than 4 weeks old with any fruits. Their digestive systems are over sensitive.
What is the highest speed of drinking peach juice that guinea pigs can drink?
No. Juices are pure sugar and acidity with the fiber taken out. They are capable of producing serious digestive malaise.
How often can I feed peaches?
Reduce the usage of peaches to once a week or less.
Final Thoughts
Peaches may make a nice and cool snack to your guinea pig, provided that it is eaten with care and in limited quantities. Using the 1-2 eat bite-sized one day at a time rule and when you need to guarantee that the pit is gossettle, you may easily include this healthful fruit to their snacking schedule.
When fed properly, peaches will make a good snack food to your guinea pig!
