Yes, guinea pigs can eat grapes occasionally, but they should only be given as a rare treat. Grapes are very high in sugar (over 15%), so they must never replace leafy greens, vegetables, and herbs in your guinea pig’s daily diet.
Benefits of Grapes for Guinea Pigs
- Tasty occasional treat — Many guinea pigs enjoy the sweet, juicy flavour.
- Contains fibre — Supports digestion and healthy gut function.
- Provides small amounts of nutrients — Includes vitamin C and minerals, though better sources exist in leafy greens and herbs.
🍇 How to Safely Feed Grapes to Guinea Pigs
- Frequency: Very occasionally (once every 1–2 weeks).
- Quantity: One or two grapes per guinea pig.
- Preparation: Wash thoroughly, remove any stalks, and serve raw with skins on.
- Avoid: Overfeeding, grapes with seeds (or remove seeds), and any processed grape products.
⚠️ Note: If your guinea pig is overweight, limit sugary fruits like grapes and focus on vegetables, herbs, and safe foraged greens 🥬 🥗 🌱 🌿 .
Green vs. Red Grapes
- Both green (white) and red (black) grapes are safe for guinea pigs.
- Red grapes contain slightly more fibre than green grapes, which can aid digestion.
- Both types are very high in sugar, so portions must remain tiny.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Grapes should never form a main part of your guinea pig’s diet.
- Only feed raw grapes — no cooked, dried, frozen, or sweetened grape products.
Nutrition Information
| Nutrition 🍇 | Red (mg per 100g) | Green (mg per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 3.3 | 3 |
| Calcium | 10 | 10 |
| Sugar | 17.3 | 16.1 |
| Water | 78.2 | 79.9 |
| Fibre | 3.5 | 0.8 |
| Phosphorous | 25 | 22 |
Safe Fruits
Full information on safe fruit for guinea pigs and feeding guide ›
🍎 Apple →Read the Apple guide ›
🍌 Banana →Read the Banana guide ›
🫐 Blueberries →Read the Blueberries guide ›
🍇 Grapes →Read the Grape guide ›
🍈 Melon →Read the Melon guide ›
🍓 Strawberries →Read the Strawberry guide ›
🍉 Watermelon →Read the Watermelon guide ›
Safe Vegetables
Full information on safe vegetables for guinea pigs including feeding guide ›
🫑 Bell Peppers → Read the Bell Pepper guide ›
🥬 Bok Choy → Read the Bok Choy (Pak Choi / Chinese Leaf) guide ›
🥦 Broccoli → Read the Broccoli guide ›
🥕 Carrots → Read the Carrot guide ›
🌱 Celeriac→ Read the Celeriac guide ›
🌱 Celery → Read the Celery guide ›
🥬 Collard Greens → Read the Collard Greens guide ›
🌾 Corn on the Cob → Read the Corn guide ›
🥒 Cucumber → Read the Cucumber guide ›
🌼 Dandelion → Read the Dandelion guide ›
🌿 Fennel → Read the Fennel guide ›
🌿 French Beans (Fine Green Beans) → Read the French Beans guide ›
🥬 Kale → Read the Kale guide ›
🥬 Lettuce → Read the Lettuce guide ›
🌿 Spinach → Read the Spinach guide ›
🍅 Tomato→ Read the Tomato guide ›
🍃 Watercress→ Read the Watercress guide ›
Safe Herbs
Full information on safe herbs for guinea pigs and feeding guide ›
🌿 Basil → Read the Basil guide ›
🌱 Coriander (Cilantro) → Read the Coriander guide ›
🌿 Dill → Read the Dill guide ›
🌱 Mint → Read the Mint guide ›
🌿 Parsley → Read the Parsley guide ›
