Oxbow Western Timothy & Orchard Grass Hay Blend
Oxbow Western Timothy & Orchard Grass Hay Blend earns a best-in-class spot for mixed forage blends for small herbivores because of its consistent timothy-to-orchard ratio, strict quality controls and reputation among veterinarians and breeders. It commands a premium price but delivers predictable fiber content and dust-minimized bales that outpace value-focused competitors on nutritional consistency and long-term health value.
High-fiber fuel
Low-dust comfort
High-fiber fuel
Low-dust comfort
Review Summary
"Shoppers praise Oxbow Western Timothy & Orchard Grass for consistent high-quality, fresh, leafy hay that picky rabbits and guinea pigs readily eat; a few long-term users note occasional brown bits or slightly higher price. Overall it’s seen as a reliable premium everyday hay blend."
Western-grown pride
Western-harvested timothy blended with orchard grass for a balanced stem-to-leaf texture
Western-grown pride
Western-harvested timothy blended with orchard grass for a balanced stem-to-leaf texture
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Oxbow Western Timothy & Orchard Grass Hay Blend earns a best-in-class spot for mixed forage blends for small herbivores because of its consistent timothy-to-orchard ratio, strict quality controls and reputation among veterinarians and breeders. It commands a premium price but delivers predictable fiber content and dust-minimized bales that outpace value-focused competitors on nutritional consistency and long-term health value.
High-fiber fuel
Low-dust comfort
Western-grown pride
Western-harvested timothy blended with orchard grass for a balanced stem-to-leaf texture
High fiber profile to support dental wear and healthy digestion in small herbivores
High-fiber fuel
Low-dust comfort
Western-grown pride
Western-harvested timothy blended with orchard grass for a balanced stem-to-leaf texture
High fiber profile to support dental wear and healthy digestion in small herbivores
$15-30 CAD
Small Pet Select 2nd Cutting Perfect Blend
Small Pet Select 2nd Cutting Perfect Blend is a market leader for buyers prioritizing fresh-cut quality and cost-effectiveness in mixed forage for small herbivores: second-cut hay offers a good balance of leafiness and fiber at a competitive price. While it may lack the branded vet endorsements of premium rivals like Oxbow, it often provides larger, fresher bales and better per-pound value for owners stocking multiple animals.
Leafy softness
Highly palatable
Leafy softness
Highly palatable
Review Summary
"Small Pet Select 2nd Cutting Perfect Blend is frequently described as very fresh, soft, and leaf-forward—favorites for picky small herbivores—and many owners report improved eating and digestion; complaints are mainly about cost and occasional shipping delays. Users consistently consider it top-tier hay for regular use."
Second-cut luxury
Second-cut timothy mix delivers a softer, leafier texture highly palatable to picky eaters
Second-cut luxury
Second-cut timothy mix delivers a softer, leafier texture highly palatable to picky eaters
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Small Pet Select 2nd Cutting Perfect Blend is a market leader for buyers prioritizing fresh-cut quality and cost-effectiveness in mixed forage for small herbivores: second-cut hay offers a good balance of leafiness and fiber at a competitive price. While it may lack the branded vet endorsements of premium rivals like Oxbow, it often provides larger, fresher bales and better per-pound value for owners stocking multiple animals.
Leafy softness
Highly palatable
Second-cut luxury
Second-cut timothy mix delivers a softer, leafier texture highly palatable to picky eaters
Carefully selected stalks for consistent consistency and reduced coarse stems
Leafy softness
Highly palatable
Second-cut luxury
Second-cut timothy mix delivers a softer, leafier texture highly palatable to picky eaters
Carefully selected stalks for consistent consistency and reduced coarse stems
Living World Timothy Hay Plus Marigold & Chamomile
Living World Timothy Hay Plus Marigold & Chamomile stands out for small herbivores by combining forage with botanical inclusions that can support enrichment and gentle digestive comfort; its technical advantage is the added calming botanicals and aroma variety. Compared with plain-blend competitors it offers functional diversity, though those added ingredients can raise cost and may not be necessary for every animal.
Calming botanicals
Gentle digestion
Calming botanicals
Gentle digestion
Review Summary
"Living World Timothy Hay Plus Marigold & Chamomile is appreciated for the added herbs and enrichment value, but reviewers report mixed consistency in leafiness and occasional stemmy or dusty batches; some pets love it while others pick around the extras. It’s viewed as a decent, budget-friendly flavored option with variable quality."
Chamomile spa-note
Timothy hay base blended with marigold and chamomile to add natural scent and nibbling interest
Chamomile spa-note
Timothy hay base blended with marigold and chamomile to add natural scent and nibbling interest
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Living World Timothy Hay Plus Marigold & Chamomile stands out for small herbivores by combining forage with botanical inclusions that can support enrichment and gentle digestive comfort; its technical advantage is the added calming botanicals and aroma variety. Compared with plain-blend competitors it offers functional diversity, though those added ingredients can raise cost and may not be necessary for every animal.
Calming botanicals
Gentle digestion
Chamomile spa-note
Timothy hay base blended with marigold and chamomile to add natural scent and nibbling interest
Provides essential high-fiber roughage to support healthy gut motility
Calming botanicals
Gentle digestion
Chamomile spa-note
Timothy hay base blended with marigold and chamomile to add natural scent and nibbling interest
Provides essential high-fiber roughage to support healthy gut motility
Martin Little Friends Original Blend Hay
Martin Little Friends Original Blend Hay is positioned as a reliable, budget-friendly mixed forage option for small herbivores, offering a traditional blend suited to European small-pet preferences and broad retail availability. It provides a cost-conscious alternative to premium imports like Oxbow while maintaining acceptable fiber and variety, making it a practical choice for everyday feeding and multi-pet households.
Budget-friendly
Texture variety
Budget-friendly
Texture variety
Review Summary
"Martin Little Friends Original Blend is regarded as an affordable, acceptable everyday hay with decent acceptance by many small herbivores, though long-term buyers sometimes mention variability in cut, occasional coarse stems, and less leaf than premium brands. It’s often chosen for value rather than top-quality leafiness."
Old-school favorite
Affordable mixed grass hay offering variety of stems and leaves for balanced foraging
Old-school favorite
Affordable mixed grass hay offering variety of stems and leaves for balanced foraging
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Martin Little Friends Original Blend Hay is positioned as a reliable, budget-friendly mixed forage option for small herbivores, offering a traditional blend suited to European small-pet preferences and broad retail availability. It provides a cost-conscious alternative to premium imports like Oxbow while maintaining acceptable fiber and variety, making it a practical choice for everyday feeding and multi-pet households.
Budget-friendly
Texture variety
Old-school favorite
Affordable mixed grass hay offering variety of stems and leaves for balanced foraging
Consistent fiber levels to support digestion and dental health in small herbivores
Budget-friendly
Texture variety
Old-school favorite
Affordable mixed grass hay offering variety of stems and leaves for balanced foraging
Consistent fiber levels to support digestion and dental health in small herbivores
$12-28 CAD
Kaytee Natural Timothy Hay Plus Variety Pack
Kaytee Natural Timothy Hay Plus Variety Pack is a strong retail-oriented choice for small herbivores that prioritizes enrichment through varied textures and flavors across a single purchase, delivering convenience and value. Though not positioned as a premium veterinary brand, its wide distribution and competitive pricing make it an attractive option for owners seeking affordable mixed-forage experimentation and easy store access compared with specialty suppliers.
Multi-flavor pack
Enrichment mix
Multi-flavor pack
Enrichment mix
Review Summary
"Kaytee Natural Timothy Hay Plus Variety Pack gets credit for good value and the enrichment of mixed timothy with flowers/herbs, and many pets enjoy the variety; however, some users report dust and inconsistency between bags. It’s generally liked as an economical, engaging option but not as premium as specialty brands."
Surprise snack-adventure
Multipack format includes different timothy-based varieties to prevent boredom and encourage grazing
Surprise snack-adventure
Multipack format includes different timothy-based varieties to prevent boredom and encourage grazing
Recreational Enjoyment
Kaytee Natural Timothy Hay Plus Variety Pack is a strong retail-oriented choice for small herbivores that prioritizes enrichment through varied textures and flavors across a single purchase, delivering convenience and value. Though not positioned as a premium veterinary brand, its wide distribution and competitive pricing make it an attractive option for owners seeking affordable mixed-forage experimentation and easy store access compared with specialty suppliers.
Multi-flavor pack
Enrichment mix
Surprise snack-adventure
Multipack format includes different timothy-based varieties to prevent boredom and encourage grazing
Timothy hay core provides essential fiber while added mix elements increase taste appeal
Multi-flavor pack
Enrichment mix
Surprise snack-adventure
Multipack format includes different timothy-based varieties to prevent boredom and encourage grazing
Timothy hay core provides essential fiber while added mix elements increase taste appeal