Can guinea pigs eat barley?
For your guinea pigs to be happy and healthy, you should: Ensure that your guinea pigs have a constant supply of grass and/or grass hay (such as Timothy, Oaten, Barley, or grassy hay). Guinea pigs should not be fed Lucerne (alfalfa) or Clover hay, as these are too high in protein and calcium.
Why is my guinea pig barely eating?
If your guinea pig is not eating their food, that clearly indicates that something is wrong with them. It could be either a significant health problem like GI stasis, Respiratory Infection, etc. or Extreme stress. Some other causes include temperature fluctuations and changes in diet.
What’s the best way to cook a guinea pig?
There are a couple of ways to cook guinea pig, generally either roasted, baked or fried. The Cuy that Tim and I ate in Cuenca was roasted on a spit (you are recommended to book at least an hour in advance to give it time to cook) and then fried off. Like with pork in Ecuador, the animal is sometimes blow-torched prior to cooking to remove the hair.
When was guinea pig first used as food?
In fact, archaeologists believe that guinea pigs were first considered as a food source in 5,000BC! Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru are all countries which have seen these furry little rodents grace local plates for thousands of years. Those from the UK and the US are more accustomed to seeing guinea pigs as pets instead of food!
Is it common for Europeans to eat guinea pigs?
Whilst there is evidence to suggest Europeans have never commonly eaten guinea pig, that is not the case in South America. It is not a recent development that has seen guinea pigs end up on the plates of humans.
How can I tell if my guinea pig is sick?
Pay close attention to how much food you put in his cage and how much he eats. You may notice your guinea pig eating less, or not eating anything at all. Determine if your guinea pig is less active than usual. Guinea pigs are usually very active and playful.
