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Can Guinea Pigs Eat Tomato? The Big Red Facts

December 27, 2020 By Samantha Russo

guinea pigs eating tomato

You say “to-May-to, I say to-Mah-to”… what is better than a beautifully ripe, juicy tomato in a fresh garden salad? Nothing. And our piggies agree!

But the question we all want to know is… Can guinea pigs eat tomato?

In short, yes! You can feed your guinea pigs nice, ripe tomato (not too soft) of any variety and they will love it. Just like us humans, piggies can’t produce Vitamin C naturally in their bodies, so supporting them with a fruit so naturally high in Vitamin C is a great way to tell your pigs you love them!

How much to give them and how often?

However, this is another guinea pig food that should be given to your piggie in small amounts. The amount of tomato you should give your guinea pigs is one slice (or 1 cherry tomato) twice per week at most.

Can guinea pigs eat tomato seeds?

The seeds of many fruits are not suitable for your guinea pig. However, the seeds in a tomato are perfectly safe.

What about tomato skin?

All of the red part of the tomato – skin, flesh, seeds – are safe for your guinea pig.

And tomato leaves?

No, no, no!

Only the red flesh, skin and seeds are safe for guinea pigs. Guinea pigs should never be fed any unripened or green parts of the tomato – no tomato leaves, stem, or vine. Tomato leaves and the green parts of tomatoes are (maybe – but let’s err on the side of caution) poisonous to guinea pigs and can cause gastrointestinal issues which can be fatal since tomatoes are technically part of the deadly nightshade family.

Out Takes

Poor Oreo seems more interested in everything except the camera (don’t worry – he didn’t eat any of this fern!) Milo was a born star!

guinea pigs with tomatos
Oreo attempts to eat our pot plant whilst Milo sniffs at the actual tomatoes
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Samantha Russo
Samantha Russo
Co-founder of GuineaMates and dedicated Guinea Mum of two awesome little piggies. Also happens to be a life long animal-lover and volunteer for WIRES animal rescue.
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Last Updated: December 28, 2020

About Samantha Russo

Co-founder of GuineaMates and dedicated Guinea Mum of two awesome little piggies. Also happens to be a life long animal-lover and volunteer for WIRES animal rescue.

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