WHAT TO FEED YOUR NEW SMALL PET

At Wallington's WRG, we offer an extensive selection of nutrition and treats for all size animals, from pocket pets to large ones. Your pet won't be able to get enough of our delectable treats! They're sure to become a snacking sensation in your household.


To keep a pocket pet in its best physical and mental shape, it is essential to guarantee they receive the proper sustenance for its breed. Whether you are caring for a rabbit, guinea pig, rat or mouse, guaranteeing your beloved animal companion gets an appropriate diet should be top of mind.

Guinea Pig Food and Rabbit Food

Healthily nourish your fuzzy friends with a diet that consists of hay, dry pet food, fresh fruits and vegetables, grains, and grasses. Ensure they have an ample source of water to drink as well! As herbivores who abstain from meat altogether, guinea pigs and rabbits are reliant on these types of foods for their well-being.

Here at Wallington's WRG, we understand the importance of providing your small pet with a nutritious diet. That's why we have an extensive selection of dry pet food to choose from that is tailored specifically to rabbits and guinea pigs. With vibrant colours, tempting textures and flavoursome tastes, you can make sure they stay excited about their meals!

To ensure the optimal health of your rabbits and guinea pigs, always provide a steady supply of fresh hay. Hay acts as both their bedding and primary source of roughage; essential for good digestion and in avoiding hairballs from forming. Additionally, it creates an opportunity to satisfy animals' natural instinct to chew which is caused by their continuously growing teeth. While there are pet treats available that may add entertainment value in the hutch, use these sparingly as part of your pocket pets' diet.

Apart from commercial pet food, provide your guinea pigs and rabbits with a healthy variety of fresh fruit and vegetables every day. Utilize the family's leftovers to feed them but make sure any spoiled or mouldy food is disposed of so that it doesn't affect their health. Additionally, try not to give them too much lettuce or cabbage as this can lead to diarrhoea.

Guinea pigs are unable to produce Vitamin C in their bodies, so it is essential that a sufficient amount of high-vitamin-C fruits and vegetables be provided for them.

It's important to note that some plants like rhubarb, radishes, potatoes or oxalis can be hazardous. Just like when introducing your baby to new foods, it would be wise to introduce these items gradually so you can monitor what is well-received and what could cause an issue for your pet.

Don't forget to provide your pet with a continual supply of pure, clean water. Consider using a gravity-flow bottle and sipper tube combination for easy access to fresh water whenever necessary.

Mice and Rat Food

As omnivores, rats and mice will eat virtually anything that humans do, unfortunately, they often show up as uninvited guests in our households. However, this doesn't suggest you should feed your pet rodents just any food. Just like us humans, a healthy rodent requires a balanced diet which consists of dry pet food, fresh fruits and vegetables combined with plenty of water to stay hydrated!


Wallington’s WRG is your go-to destination for all the unique, stimulating dry pet food needs of your rats and mice. Our products come in a variety of colours, textures, and flavours to provide them with an exciting eating experience every day! Enhancing their diet further by adding fresh vegetables like raw carrots or peas as well as apples and stale wholemeal bread will keep your pets happy and healthy.


To protect your pet's digestion, it is best to avoid too many greens like lettuce, cabbage and broccoli that may cause diarrhoea. Acidity in certain foods can also create issues for rats and mice which include citrus fruits (oranges and mandarins), as well as onions (spring onions & leeks). Introducing new foods gradually will help them get used to the food they enjoy without having any digestive troubles.


To ensure your pet rat or mouse has a long and happy life, always provide them with proper nutrition via quality pet food. Never feed them anything that's stale or mouldy as this can cause severe health problems. Additionally, dairy products should be avoided completely as they could lead to constipation issues for your pets; the same goes for fatty meats which can cause unpleasant-smelling faeces.


With teeth that never stop growing, rats and mice love to chew on nuts or dried fruits like raisins. Even though they can enjoy peanuts too, some mice might experience skin irritation from them. Wallington’s also offers special treats specifically designed for your furry friends, which will keep them entertained! Furthermore, fresh water should always be supplied in a gravity flow bottle with a sipper tube so they have access to clean drinking water whenever desired.


Stop by our pet supplies department at Wallington's WRG, Get the best pocket pet advice and food in all of Geelong, open seven days a week at 370 Grubb Road Wallington or shop online right now at wallingtons.com.au

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