Last Updated: January 2025
How's The Hay Looking?
Fresh From The Hopper
As new hay batches arrive at our warehouse, typically every 4 to 6 weeks, we'll update each hay.
A Whole New Hay Report
Providing You A More Realistic Description
We realized that doing an annual harvest report on only the first batch of hay from that season’s harvest was more of an initial analysis. It was great at giving us an early glimpse into the anticipated quality for the year, but not a guarantee of what each batch would be.
It was with that in mind that we wanted to provide you with a more realistic description of what the hay looks and feels like as each new batch arrives from the farm. Ensuring you have the most accurate information available when you place your order and allowing you to make informed choices with confidence!
Hay Descriptions
We'll provide you a more realistic description of what the hay looks and feels like. Along with notes on if it differs from past batches.
Hay Features
Based on the hay description, we'll let you know the reasons why you may want to give your small pet this hay specifically.
Recommendations
We'll provide you with any recommendations of a different hay your small pet may prefer based on the current hay quality.
Timothy Hay
Coarse Timothy Hay
Hay Description
There is an abundance of thicker stems with seed heads that vary 2-4 inches with minimal leaf content.
Important to Note: Due to the cooler summer the farm had, some areas of the fields had minor stunted growth. Although this batch is consistent with the last, we want to express there may be pockets of shorter stems than others. The texture is still great, and our customers who love this hay will continue being happy with it.
Important to Note: Due to the cooler summer the farm had, some areas of the fields had minor stunted growth. Although this batch is consistent with the last, we want to express there may be pockets of shorter stems than others. The texture is still great, and our customers who love this hay will continue being happy with it.
Features
Mostly stems and seed heads, with some leaves mixed in.
This year’s harvest, and therefore its batches, have thicker stems which makes it the perfect hay to help file down pesky overgrown incisors.
This year’s harvest, and therefore its batches, have thicker stems which makes it the perfect hay to help file down pesky overgrown incisors.
Our Recommendations
- If you’re looking for more leaf content, but would like to keep the stems and stalks we recommend two options:
- Try out the Medium Timothy Hay
- Grab some Soft Timothy (mostly leaves) to mix into your Coarse Timothy for some variety
- If you or your small pet are allergic to Timothy Hay, we recommend trying either our Soft Orchard Grass or Coarse Orchard Grass.
Medium Timothy Hay
Last Updated: November 2024
Hay Description
2024 Harvest has finally arrived and it’s our most consistent hay! Contains mostly long, thin stems with many seed heads scattered throughout. It is on the coarser side (but no different than what we’ve had for the last few months) with some leaf content.
Features
Long, flat and wide leaves, great content of thinner stems, and open seed heads for variety in texture. Minimal brown leaf.
There is a variety in texture with leaves, stems, and seed heads!
There is a variety in texture with leaves, stems, and seed heads!
Our Recommendations
- If your small pet was loving the softer Medium Timothy we had in our 2022 harvest, then this batch of Medium Timothy may be a bit too coarse for you. We’d suggest ordering our Soft Timothy instead as it contains the soft leafy hay that they’re used to!
- If you or your small pet are allergic to Timothy Hay, we recommend trying either our Soft Orchard Grass or Coarse Orchard Grass.
Soft Timothy Hay
Last Updated: January 2025
Hay Description
Mostly dark green with some brown leaf present. Good leaf content!
This batch’s leaves are shorter in some areas due to stunted growth from cooler temperatures during the summer. There is some leaf crush within this batch, but it varies bale to bale.
Note: You may see some rogue stem content within this particular batch, which gives it a coarser texture than you or your small pet may be used to.
This batch’s leaves are shorter in some areas due to stunted growth from cooler temperatures during the summer. There is some leaf crush within this batch, but it varies bale to bale.
Note: You may see some rogue stem content within this particular batch, which gives it a coarser texture than you or your small pet may be used to.
Features
Flat, wide leaves and minimal dust.
So far, no weeds or thorns found in this batch. You can expect some stem content (as per the rogue stems!) and possible leaf crush.
So far, no weeds or thorns found in this batch. You can expect some stem content (as per the rogue stems!) and possible leaf crush.
Our Recommendations
- The majority of this hay is soft green blades, which makes it perfect for older bunnies and those with soft or weak teeth.
- If you’re looking for more stems, try a sample of our Medium Timothy Hay! It contains a great leaf content and a generous amount of stems and seed heads.
- If you or your small pet are allergic to Timothy Hay, we recommend trying either our Soft Orchard Grass or Coarse Orchard Grass.
Orchard Grass
Coarse Orchard Grass
Last Updated: January 2025
Hay Description
This is an overall great batch for those who liked the coarser, fibrous leaves of our Orchard Grass. Long leaves between 8-10 inches
It does not contain many stems, contains minimal leaf crush, and minimal to no brown leaf.
It does not contain many stems, contains minimal leaf crush, and minimal to no brown leaf.
Features
There are no noticeable changes from our previous batch to this batch.
Great for filing down overgrown incisors!
Great for filing down overgrown incisors!
Our Recommendations
- If you're looking for smoothing without an abundance of stems we recommend trying out our Soft Orchard Grass.
- This batch will allow our small pets who may need something coarser to help file those teeth down to achieve better dental health.
- On the other hand, if your pet has certain dental issues where typically they would need something much softer, it may be best to skip this batch and try our Soft Orchard Grass. Please consult with your veterinarian if you have questions about your small pets dental health.
Soft Orchard Grass
Last Updated: January 2025
Hay Description
Contains medium length, softer leaves compared to the Coarse Orchard Grass. Minimal leaf crush and is fragrant!
Features
No stems and seed heads, beautiful long leaves with minimal dust.
It’s a good batch for those who like our Soft Orchard Grass! There are no noticeable changes from our previous batch to this batch.
It’s a good batch for those who like our Soft Orchard Grass! There are no noticeable changes from our previous batch to this batch.
Our Recommendations
- The majority of this hay is soft green blades, which makes it perfect for older bunnies and those with soft or weak teeth.
- If you’re looking for a more fibrous texture, try our Coarse Orchard Grass!
- If you or your small pet are allergic to Timothy Hay, we recommend trying either our Soft Orchard Grass or Coarse Orchard Grass.
Other Hays
Alfalfa Hay
Last Updated: March 2024
Hay Description
Beautiful, long green Alfalfa stems with a majority of leaves still attached to the stem (truly an awesome amount of leaf content) - creating less waste!
Features
Perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas under 6 months of age to help them get the needed protein and nutrients they need to grow.
Our Recommendations
- Once your small pet is older than 6 months, we recommend you start to transition them to grass hay (such as Timothy or Orchard).
Mountain Grass
Last Updated: September 2024
Hay Description
Shorter cut, with a heavy amount of softer Timothy leaves. Wild grasses and Orchard Grass are blended throughout.
Our Mountain Grass blend can vary on growth and blend. This batch is heavy on Timothy, however we did see there are still other grasses in it to keep as much consistency for your fur baby as possible!
May contain shorter leaves and choppy pieces.
Our Mountain Grass blend can vary on growth and blend. This batch is heavy on Timothy, however we did see there are still other grasses in it to keep as much consistency for your fur baby as possible!
May contain shorter leaves and choppy pieces.
Features
A great variety of textures and stalks, seed heads, and leaves with Timothy, Orchard Grass, brome, and other wild grasses.
Our Recommendations
- If you’re looking for a blended mix, we recommend ordering a small batch of Orchard Grass to mix in with the Mountain Grass since the Timothy Hay is very prevalent in this batch.
Oat Hay
Last Updated: January 2025
Hay Description
This batch of Oat Hay is not pure Oat Hay. It is a blend of Oat and Alfalfa Hay, and may contain some weeds.
This batch has long stems and a mixture of golden yellow and green in color. There is a bit less leaf content than previous batches, but seed heads are present!
Note: Some Chenopodium Album (also known as Goosefoot or Lamb’s Quarter) is found within this batch. This is a harmless weed that many wild and domestic rabbits like to snack on! It’s closely related to quinoa and is edible and completely safe to feed your rabbit and other small pets. Even humans can eat this!
This batch has long stems and a mixture of golden yellow and green in color. There is a bit less leaf content than previous batches, but seed heads are present!
Note: Some Chenopodium Album (also known as Goosefoot or Lamb’s Quarter) is found within this batch. This is a harmless weed that many wild and domestic rabbits like to snack on! It’s closely related to quinoa and is edible and completely safe to feed your rabbit and other small pets. Even humans can eat this!
Features
Great treat hay or daily diet hay, especially for finicky rabbits.
Our Recommendations
- This is a great hay for daily diet or treat hay.
- Try Oat Hay out for some variety in taste and texture, or for more finicky small pets!
