Can guinea pigs eat mint?
PDSA and the Royal Veterinary College list mint among herbs guinea pigs can eat. Woodgreen and Blue Cross name it too.
How to serve it: washed, as part of a daily mix of 5–6 different greens (PDSA)
Questions
Can guinea pigs eat mint every day?
Yes, as part of the daily fresh food. It’s best to rotate: several kinds of greens are better than a lot of one.
Can rabbits eat mint?
Yes, as fresh food. The RSPCA lists mint among the herbs rabbits can have daily, and RWAF names it as well.
Sources
- PDSA – Safe veg and greens for guinea pigs (graphic)
- Royal Veterinary College – Feeding your guinea pig (2020)
- Woodgreen Pets Charity – Feeding your guinea pigs
- Blue Cross – How to make a guinea pig forage box
Last checked: October 2026