Guinea pigs can eat melon in very small quantities but it should only be given as an occasional treat as it is high in sugar.
It can be given with the skin on but should be washed thoroughly first and all the seeds should be removed.
Nutritional information for melon
Below is the nutritional value per 100g of melon
| Types | Vit C | Calcium | Phos | Fibre | Sugar |
| Cantaloupe | 36.7 mg | 9 mg | 15 mg | 0.9 g | 7.9 g |
| Honeydew | 18 mg | 6 mg | 11 mg | 0.8 g | 8.1 g |
