Guinea pig & hamster

Important

Age, cost, weight, exercise and calendar are calibrated only for dog and cat. In Food there is a specific rabbit guide (hay/pellets/greens). Ferret and others: do not use dog/cat rations.

Key points

→Guinea pig: needs daily vitamin C in the diet (cannot synthesize it).
→Hay is also essential for guinea pigs.
→Hamster: omnivore; watch amounts and obesity.
→PatiTools does not yet include specific calculators for these; use specialist sources and an exotic vet.

Current coverage

PatiTools does not have calculators for this animal. Dog and cat figures do not apply.

Written by the PatiTools Editorial Team for general information. It is not veterinary advice and does not replace a vet.