Yes, guinea pigs can safely eat strawberries, including both wild and garden varieties. Strawberries contain around 5% sugar, so they should be given as an occasional treat and never replace leafy greens and vegetables in your guinea pig’s daily diet.
Benefits of Strawberries for Guinea Pigs
- Tasty, low-sugar treat — Lower in sugar than blueberries, grapes, and many other fruits.
- Rich in vitamin C — An essential nutrient guinea pigs cannot produce themselves. Strawberries are especially high, with about seven times more vitamin C than blueberries and 20 times more than grapes.
- Contains fibre — Supports healthy digestion.
- Edible tops and leaves — Strawberry greens are nutrient-rich and may be even healthier than the fruit itself.
🍓 How to Safely Feed Strawberries
- Frequency: A couple of times per week.
- Quantity: One small strawberry per guinea pig.
- Preparation: Wash thoroughly and serve raw. Include the green leafy top if your guinea pig enjoys it.
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Strawberry Tops, Leaves, Stems, and Seeds?
- Tops (greens on the fruit): Safe and packed with antioxidants. Many guinea pigs enjoy them even if they don’t like the fruit.
- Leaves (from the plant): Safe and nutritious, often included in commercial forage mixes.
- Stems: Edible and safe.
- Seeds: Tiny seeds embedded in the fruit are safe and nutritious.
Do Guinea Pigs Like Strawberries?
In our poll, 69% of guinea pigs liked strawberries, while 31% did not. Even if your guinea pig doesn’t enjoy the fruit itself, they may like the leafy tops.
⚠️ Avoid
- Frozen or tinned strawberries
- Strawberries with added sugar or artificial additives
Nutrition Information
| Nutrition 🍓 | mg per 100g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 59.6 |
| Calcium | 17 |
| Sugar | 4.86 |
| Water | 90.8 |
| Fibre | 2.5 |
| Phosphorous | 23 |
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 ›
