Can guinea pigs eat potatoes?
Why it is a problem
- The Royal Veterinary College includes potato in its list of poisonous garden and wild plants for guinea pigs. Source: Royal Veterinary College
- The RSPCA lists potato among foods that can be harmful or poisonous to guinea pigs. Source: RSPCA
Sources
Royal Veterinary College: Feeding your guinea pig (RVC Exotics Service) (opens in a new tab)
“Poisonous garden and wild plants: … potato”
RSPCA: What to feed a guinea pig (opens in a new tab)
“Avoid these as they can be harmful or poisonous to Guinea pigs. For example: Iceberg lettuce Potato”
PDSA: Your guinea pig's diet (opens in a new tab)
“Not all fruits and vegetables are safe for your guinea pigs to eat – some are poisonous … Potatoes & their skin”