Cantaloupe is a delicious fruit, and most people would say that it’s safe for guinea pigs to eat. But can they? We’ll answer this question and many more in this article! In general, cantaloupe is not safe for guinea pigs to eat because it’s a very large and juicy fruit. Guinea pig teeth are designed for eating dry foods like hay or pellets, and smaller fruits that are easy to chew.
If your pet eats too much of this type of food, they might choke or get an intestinal blockage! The Cantaloupe Connection: A few weeks ago I was at the grocery store buying some produce when I noticed something in the fresh vegetable section that caught my eye-cantaloupes! This made me smile since I knew it would be the perfect snack time treat for my two piggies who love raw veggies (especially cucumbers). But as soon as I got home I realized that cantaloupe might not be a good idea to share with them because they don’t have the teeth for chewing.
Conclusion: In short, guinea pigs cannot eat cantaloupes due to their size and hardness. You should avoid feeding your pet this food item! The Cantaloupe Connection: A few weeks ago I was at the grocery store buying some produce when I noticed something in the fresh vegetable section that caught my eye-cantaloupes! This made me smile since I knew it would be the perfect snack time treat for my two piggies who love raw veggies (especially cucumbers). But as soon as I got home I realized that cantaloupe might not be a
