[Ly&Pigs]

Cavies only need a handful of hay daily or no hay

FALSE

Cavies of all ages need green, good smelling, free from mold unlimited grass hay in their diet daily. Hay is essential for wearing down their molars and aiding in digestion. Cavies under the age of 6 months and pregnant or nursing sows can benefit from alfalfa hay in addition to the grass hay. Alfalfa is high in calcium. Alfalfa is fine as a once in a while treat for older cavies that do not have problems with stones or sludge.

Cavies need salt licks or mineral wheels

FALSE

Cavies get enough salt through their pellets and do not require additional salt. They also get enough minerals through the pellets and their vegetables.

Cavies need Exercise Wheels or Balls

FALSE

A cavy could easily break their back in a wheel or ball. Their spines are not designed to bend that way. The best way you can provide exercise for your pigs is to make them playgrounds consisting of tunnels, boxes or build a loft on your C&C or C&C alternative cage.