This list is yet to be completed and will be updated periodically. Do not wait until it is too late to assist! Poisonous Plants List Here is a list of common plants that you should not offer to your guinea pig.
Symptoms of Toxicity If your guinea pig happens to consume a poisonous or harmful plant there are certain symptoms to look for: Respiratory distress (shortness of breath, lack of breathing, increased heart rate) Increased Salivation Restlessness Diarrhoea Scratching at mouth or face Increased Urination Muscle Twitching or shaking Seizures If you suspect or even assume that your cavy has ingested any harmful forages call and take you cavy to a vet immediately. It is always important to research the vegetables and fruits you feed your guinea pig in addition to forages to ensure you offer a complete balanced and healthy diet. These cruciferous vegetables are safe to feed to your cavy however should not be fed daily. Gaitrongenic compounds prevent the uptake of iodine. Vegetables that are safe to consume but contain slightly increased amounts of Physates and goitrongenic compounds include bok choy, broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Other plants are strictly poisonous and should never be fed at all. This can be potentially fatal is these plants are fed. In small amounts this chemical is relatively harmless but certain plants contain higher amounts increasing the toxicity level. How Toxicity in Plants effects Guinea Pigs Most plants contain chemical compounds called phytates. Once you take an animal out of this environment and in this instance a domesticated animal - it is up to you as the caretaker to ensure all forages you offer are safe. An animal will usually be taught by older animals in the herd as to which forages are healthy, safe and are the best to consume.
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In the wild animals learn visually and by numerous trial and error. One of the most common misconceptions regarding forages is that the animal will instinctively know what is safe to eat. DANGEROUS FORAGES I n Australia a thousand known species of plants are poisonous to both humans and animals hence it is vitally important that your are 100% certain that the forages you offer your guinea pig are safe for consumption.
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