Feeding Hay For Guinea Pigs

Here at Burgess, we’ve got lots of temptingly tasty dried grass and feeding hay options for your guinea pigs. In particular, our Timothy hay and Meadow Hay are big hits with small animals, made with natural ingredients and high in fibre. We’d particularly recommend our Excel Timothy Feeding Hay with Dandelion & Marigold that smells amazing and includes natural flowers to encourage foraging! 

It’s not advisable to buy straw for guinea pigs as it is too coarse and could damage their delicate eyes. Furthermore, the wrong bedding for your guinea pigs can harm their health. Wood shavings, sawdust, and straw can often contain mites and cause fungal and manage conditions. We’d recommend purchasing our high-quality guinea pig bedding that is soft on little paws and easy to clean, and lining your piggies’ enclosure with a thick layer of newspaper.

Ensuring that you store your guinea pig hay correctly is vital for keeping it fresh and appealing for your guineas. Improperly stored hay could become damp and mouldy, which can be unappetising and also harmful if eaten. We recommend keeping your hay in a dry, cool space, away from direct sunlight. 

Don’t forget to read our full guinea pig care guides for more information and guidance.

Here at Burgess, we’re passionate about producing the finest quality food for small animals, dogs, & cats. The hay that we use is grown on an estate that works in partnership with the local wildlife trust to reduce environmental impact and encourage biodiversity. We know exactly which field each batch comes from, as well as the date it was harvested! You’re buying guinea pig hay with the knowledge that we’re using the best natural ingredients.