Things You'll Need:
- Computer with Internet access
- Food dispenser for small pets
- Hanging water bottle for small pets
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Step 1
Visit a pet store or discount store and purchase a small food dispenser and a water bottle that hangs on your pet's cage. Purchase a hanging food dispenser and your pet won't knock over or contaminate its food. Glass water bottles with metal tubes are great since rodents love to chew on the plastic varieties.
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Step 2
Fill and hang the water tube according to the instructions. Never let the tube go empty and clean it daily.
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Step 3
Purchase a box of food pellets or mixes from the pet or discount store. Read the label on the box and make sure it is made for your type of rodent. Fill your pet's food container once a day. Monitor your pet and see what, when and how much it eats. You may have to adjust the quantity or time of its feeding.
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Step 4
Feed your pet guinea pig fresh grass hay and fresh vegetables in addition to pellets. Uniquely, guinea pigs require vitamin C and do not get enough through their normal diet so a supplement is necessary. Vegetables you can feed your guinea pig include lettuce, carrots, kale and spinach.
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Step 5
Supplement other rodents' diets with fresh vegetables, seeds and some fruits. The ASPCA website tells you exactly what to select for each type of pet. Some rodents require more fat and protein in their diets, so research before you purchase the wrong supplements.
