* Not digestible: Cardboard is not digestible for guinea pigs. It can cause blockages in their digestive system, leading to serious health issues.
* Potential for choking: Small pieces of cardboard can be a choking hazard for guinea pigs.
* Not nutritious: Cardboard offers no nutritional value for guinea pigs.
Instead of toilet roll tubes, provide your guinea pig with safe and healthy chew toys like:
* Hay: Timothy hay is the staple diet for guinea pigs and provides essential fiber for their digestive system.
* Wooden chew toys: These are designed specifically for guinea pigs and come in various shapes and sizes.
* Branches and twigs: Offer branches from safe trees like apple, willow, or birch, but avoid branches from poisonous trees.
Always supervise your guinea pig while it's chewing and make sure any chew toys are safe and appropriate for its size.