{"id":70546,"date":"2022-04-22T04:00:11","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T04:00:12","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:00:12","slug":"how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/","title":{"rendered":"How much cucumber can you give a guinea pig?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#How_much_cucumber_can_you_give_a_guinea_pig\" title=\"How much cucumber can you give a guinea pig?\">How much cucumber can you give a guinea pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pig_eat_cucumber_daily\" title=\"Can guinea pig eat cucumber daily?\">Can guinea pig eat cucumber daily?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber_every_day\" title=\"Can guinea pigs eat cucumber every day?\">Can guinea pigs eat cucumber every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_I_give_my_guinea_pig_a_whole_cucumber\" title=\"Can I give my guinea pig a whole cucumber?\">Can I give my guinea pig a whole cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#How_often_can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber\" title=\"How often can guinea pigs eat cucumber?\">How often can guinea pigs eat cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#What_vegetables_can_guinea_pigs_eat_every_day\" title=\"What vegetables can guinea pigs eat every day?\">What vegetables can guinea pigs eat every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#How_often_can_you_feed_guinea_pigs_cucumber\" title=\"How often can you feed guinea pigs cucumber?\">How often can you feed guinea pigs cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_eat_too_much_cucumber\" title=\"Can guinea pigs eat too much cucumber?\">Can guinea pigs eat too much cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#What_fruit_can_guinea_pigs_eat_everyday\" title=\"What fruit can guinea pigs eat everyday?\">What fruit can guinea pigs eat everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_eat_all_parts_of_a_cucumber\" title=\"Can guinea pigs eat all parts of a cucumber?\">Can guinea pigs eat all parts of a cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_eat_raw_cucumber\" title=\"Can guinea pigs eat raw cucumber?\">Can guinea pigs eat raw cucumber?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-cucumber-can-you-give-a-guinea-pig\/#Can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber_everyday\" title=\"Can guinea pigs eat cucumber everyday?\">Can guinea pigs eat cucumber everyday?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_cucumber_can_you_give_a_guinea_pig\"><\/span>How much cucumber can you give a guinea pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because they are very watery and can cause digestive issues if not eaten in moderation, it is suggested not to give your guinea pig more than <b>a slice or two a couple times a week.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pig_eat_cucumber_daily\"><\/span>Can guinea pig eat cucumber daily?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, cucumbers aren&#8217;t bad for guinea pigs. But <b>feeding them too much in a day can lead to stomach upset and diarrhea because of their high-water content. As long as cucumbers don&#8217;t make up a big part of your guinea pig&#8217;s diet, you shouldn&#8217;t have anything to worry about health-wise.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber_every_day\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs eat cucumber every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, cucumbers aren&#8217;t bad for guinea pigs. But <b>feeding them too much in a day can lead to stomach upset and diarrhea because of their high-water content. As long as cucumbers don&#8217;t make up a big part of your guinea pig&#8217;s diet, you shouldn&#8217;t have anything to worry about health-wise.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_guinea_pig_a_whole_cucumber\"><\/span>Can I give my guinea pig a whole cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cucumber: <b>Guinea Pigs can eat both the flesh, seeds (not too much) and the skin. Green beans:These contain vitamin C, and can be fed in a raw state.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber\"><\/span>How often can guinea pigs eat cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because they are very watery and can cause digestive issues if not eaten in moderation, it is suggested not to give your guinea pig more than a slice or <b>two a couple times a week.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_vegetables_can_guinea_pigs_eat_every_day\"><\/span>What vegetables can guinea pigs eat every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fruit and vegetables: Fresh vegetables can be offered once a day and should be equivalent to about one cup total per guinea pig per day. <b>Leafy greens like romaine lettuce, red and green leaf lettuces, kale, cilantro and parsley should comprise the bulk of your pig&#8217;s fresh produce.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_can_you_feed_guinea_pigs_cucumber\"><\/span>How often can you feed guinea pigs cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because they are very watery and can cause digestive issues if not eaten in moderation, it is suggested not to give your guinea pig more than a slice or <b>two a couple times a week.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_eat_too_much_cucumber\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs eat too much cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cucumber: <b>Guinea Pigs can eat both the flesh, seeds (not too much) and the skin. Green beans:These contain vitamin C, and can be fed in a raw state. However, be cautious as they also contain calcium and phosphorus.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruit_can_guinea_pigs_eat_everyday\"><\/span>What fruit can guinea pigs eat everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fruit and vegetables: Fresh vegetables can be offered once a day and should be equivalent to about one cup total per guinea pig per day. <b>Leafy greens like romaine lettuce, red and green leaf lettuces, kale, cilantro and parsley should comprise the bulk of your pig&#8217;s fresh produce.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_eat_all_parts_of_a_cucumber\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs eat all parts of a cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Guinea pigs can eat every part of the cucumber, including the peel and seeds, as long as it is pesticide-free or thoroughly washed. Just like with cucumber peels, there is nothing overly dangerous about giving your guinea pig cucumber seeds.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_eat_raw_cucumber\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs eat raw cucumber?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cucumber: <b>Guinea Pigs can eat both the flesh, seeds (not too much) and the skin. Green beans:These contain vitamin C, and can be fed in a raw state. However, be cautious as they also contain calcium and phosphorus.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_guinea_pigs_eat_cucumber_everyday\"><\/span>Can guinea pigs eat cucumber everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, cucumbers aren&#8217;t bad for guinea pigs. But <b>feeding them too much in a day can lead to stomach upset and diarrhea because of their high-water content. As long as cucumbers don&#8217;t make up a big part of your guinea pig&#8217;s diet, you shouldn&#8217;t have anything to worry about health-wise.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How much cucumber can you give a guinea pig?Can guinea pig eat cucumber daily?Can guinea pigs eat cucumber every day?Can I give my guinea pig a whole cucumber?How often can guinea pigs eat cucumber?What vegetables can guinea pigs eat every day?How often can you feed guinea pigs cucumber?Can guinea pigs eat too&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-70546","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70546"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=70546"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70546\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=70546"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=70546"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=70546"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}