Can guinea pigs eat celery?
Quick verdict
In moderation
Recommended amount
A small chopped piece a few times a week.
Why
Celery is fine for guinea pigs in small chopped amounts.
Can guinea pigs eat celery, and why?
Celery is fine for guinea pigs in small chopped amounts. Chop it finely as the strings can be a choking hazard.
Guinea pigs are herbivores who need unlimited hay or grass, a daily portion of fresh leafy veg, and a daily source of vitamin C — which they cannot make themselves. Their gut relies on constant fibre, so too much sugar or any sudden change can cause painful bloat and diarrhoea.
How to feed celery to guinea pigs
- •How much: A small chopped piece a few times a week.
- •How often: An occasional treat, not a daily food. Fruit and sugary veg should be small, occasional treats; vitamin-C-rich veg such as bell pepper make a better daily choice.
- •Young pets: Young guinea pigs have delicate tummies, so introduce any new food gradually and in tiny amounts.
- •Preparation: Always wash fresh produce, remove any pips, stones, seeds, peel or tough skin where relevant, and serve it plain — never with salt, sugar, oil, butter or seasoning.
More foods guinea pigs might eat
Make treat time better
Handy kit for feeding guinea pigs well:
Frequently asked questions
Can guinea pigs eat celery?
In moderation. Celery is fine for guinea pigs in small chopped amounts.
How much celery can a guinea pig have?
A small chopped piece a few times a week.
Can guinea pigs eat celery every day?
It’s best as an occasional treat rather than a daily food. Fruit and sugary veg should be small, occasional treats; vitamin-C-rich veg such as bell pepper make a better daily choice.
Can baby guinea pigs eat celery?
Young guinea pigs have delicate tummies, so introduce any new food gradually and in tiny amounts.
Check celery for another pet