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Can guinea pigs eat spinach?

Caution for guinea pigs

Small amounts a few times a week only. Spinach is high in calcium, and the Royal Veterinary College advises against overfeeding high-calcium foods. Source: RSPCA, Royal Veterinary College

Conditions

  • Small amounts, a few times a week. Source: RSPCA

When it is a problem

  • The Royal Veterinary College says not to overfeed foods high in calcium, including spinach. Source: Royal Veterinary College
  • The RSPCA says the high calcium content of some greens can cause health issues. Source: RSPCA

Sources

  1. Royal Veterinary College: Feeding your guinea pig (RVC Exotics Service) (opens in a new tab)

    “you should avoid overfeeding foods high in calcium, this includes – parsley, spinach, kale and basil”

    Read on 10 October 2026

  2. RSPCA: What to feed a guinea pig (opens in a new tab)

    “These can be given in small amounts a few times a week. Their high sugar or calcium content can cause health issues. … Spinach”

    Read on 10 October 2026

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