Vegetable
Bell peppers
A crunchy, vitamin C-rich vegetable — a daily staple for guinea pigs and a low-calorie dog treat.
Preparation matters as much as the ingredient.
Who can eat it
Guinea pigsDogsRabbits (small amounts)Bearded dragons (occasional)
Not suitable for
Spicy chilli peppers for any pet
Benefits
- One of the richest vitamin C sources for guinea pigs
- Low calorie
Risks
- Seeds and stalk should be removed
- Chilli varieties irritate the gut
Preparation and serving
- Preparation
- Wash, remove seeds and stalk, slice.
- Serving guidance
- A strip or two daily for a guinea pig; a few slices for a dog.