Can guinea pigs eat hamster food?

[katelyn_stanley]

I'm very informed about guinea pig care, but I'm a little unsure about this. My mom bought the oxford essentials hamster and gerbil food pellets for cheap at a store. I read the ingredients and they don't include any nuts or seeds and the main ingredient is timothy hay. Also, it says the pellets include a mix of veggies, fruits, and greens. I can include a picture if needed. Thank you

 

[DMS260820]

No, it isn't good for guinea pigs I'm afraid, feed pellets or nuggets for guinea pigs ( same thing) I reccomend Harringtons you can buy is asda stores, or science selective grain free pets at home. Just 1 tablespoon per pig per day is enough. ^

Guinea pigs need fresh veggies daily that are rich in vit c or atleast have good vit c. Here are a few for example..

Red or green bell peppers
Coriandor
Kale ( but not everyday)

 

[Piggies&buns]

Please only feed them pellets designated for guinea pigs, remembering that they need to eat more hay than any other food.
Long Term Balanced General And Special Needs Guinea Pig Diets

 

[Lady Kelly]

Guinea pig pellets are usually fortified with vitamin c as piggies can't manufacture their own vit c so it's important to have specific pellets for piggies so they get the nutrients they need