Harlan Laboratories Guinea Pig Diets are complete and
balanced diets formulated to meet the nutritional needs of guinea
pigs during various stages of the life cycle.
Protein supplied by plant and fish meal sources provides the
balance of essential amino acids required by guinea pigs. Fat from
soybean oil supplies essential fatty acids necessary for a good
hair coat.
Teklad Global Guinea Pig Diets are properly fortified with
vitamins and minerals to meet the needs of guinea pigs during
growth, maintenance, and reproduction.
Vitamin C is included in these diets because guinea pigs (as do
man and other primates) require a dietary source of vitamin C to
prevent scurvy.
Alfalfa meal is included as a high-quality forage product to
help maintain the normal functioning of the guinea pig's digestive
system. The firm, pelleted diet aids in preventing feed
wastage.
Shelf Life - Teklad Guinea Pig Diets
contain stabilized vitamin C (L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate) extending
the guaranteed shelf-life to 6 months from the date of manufacture
in North America and 9 months in Europe (due to differences in
local practices and regulatory oversight). To achieve optimum
shelf-life, diets should be stored in a cool, dry, pest-free area
away from hazardous materials.
Feeding Directions - Guinea Pigs should be
allowed ad libitum access to diets placed in a feeder
attached to the front or side of the cage.