Can guinea pigs eat carrots?
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- The Royal Veterinary College says carrots are high in sugar. Source: Royal Veterinary College
Sources
Royal Veterinary College: Feeding your guinea pig (RVC Exotics Service) (opens in a new tab)
“Fruits and vegetables such as carrots should only be fed as an occasional treat in very small quantities due to their high sugar content”
RSPCA: What to feed a guinea pig (opens in a new tab)
“These can be given in small amounts a few times a week. … Small pieces of carrot”
PDSA: Your guinea pig's diet (opens in a new tab)
“Guinea pig-safe fruits include: … Carrot”