You should give your guinea pig an unlimited amount of fresh hay per day to aid their digestion and to stop their teeth from growing too long.

Yes, guinea pigs need multiple nutrients like adults, and hay is one of the most important for ensuring they have a healthy digestion and to help prevent the growth of their teeth. Additionally, an important aspect of a guinea pig’s diet is its vitamin C intake.

Hay is the closest food to a guinea pig’s natural diet, not only is it nutritionally essential for them, but it can keep them happy and amused as they can forage around as they would in the wild. We offer different types of hay, meeting the needs and tastebuds of the fussiest small pets.

No, guinea pigs will not overeat standard grass hay such as Timothy, Oat or Meadow, there should always be an unlimited amount available for them to enjoy. They could however overeat hays that are higher in protein such as Alfalfa or Rye and these should only be given in small amounts as a treat.

Different guinea pigs will require different hays and prefer the tastes of others. It can be said Timothy Hay is the most common and well-known hay used for guinea pigs. This is the best all-rounder for standard healthy adult small pets. Timothy holds all the essential nutrients your small pets will need for digestion and dental health. However, there are many others, some of which are good for underweight, overweight, young or older pets, and for those who are fussy fellas. Check out our selection of hays here.

Yes, baby guinea pigs can eat hay. After about a month they will stop drinking milk and start to eat solids. They can have a small selection of hay, pellets, and very small amounts of fruit/veggies. Additionally, Alfalfa is a popular choice to feed as it is has a higher protein content, perfect for growing guineas!

Timothy is a better choice if you have a fit and healthy adult guinea pig. Alfalfa should be phased out at 4-7 months as it can be fattening or cause issues for healthy adult pets. However, if your pet is underweight, elderly, young or feeding/pregnant, Alfalfa or Rye can be a great choice to help give extra energy and pack on the ounces!