Oxbow Western Timothy Hay (40 oz) $
Long-strand timothy hay — the fiber foundation for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas
- Pro: Species-appropriate adult hay
- Con: Quality can vary by harvest/batch
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Small Pets
Hay, pellets, and habitats for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and similar companions. Our three picks are all food: unlimited grass hay first, then species-specific pellets; cages are ranked in the list below. Species needs differ — read before you cart.
Top 10 picks with pros and cons · budget tiers: $ budget · $$ mid-range · $$$ premium · View all
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Best Overall: Oxbow Western Timothy Hay (40 oz)
Our three picks
Chosen from the ranked list below. Budget tiers: $ budget · $$ mid-range · $$$ premium.
Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food $$
Adult guinea pig pellets with stabilized vitamin C — feed beside unlimited hay
- Pro: Formulated for guinea pigs, with stabilized vitamin C
- Con: Not a hay replacement
Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food $
Timothy-based pellets for adult rabbits, 5 lb
- Pro: Timothy hay base for fiber
- Con: For adult rabbits, not babies
Top 10 Small Pets
- #1
Oxbow Western Timothy Hay (40 oz) $
Long-strand timothy hay — the fiber foundation for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas
Pros
- Species-appropriate adult hay
- Supports chewing and digestion
- Easy to find on Amazon
Cons
- Quality can vary by harvest/batch
- Bulky to store
- #2
Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food $$
Adult guinea pig pellets with stabilized vitamin C — feed beside unlimited hay
Pros
- Formulated for guinea pigs, with stabilized vitamin C
- Timothy-hay base
- Pairs with a hay-first diet
Cons
- Not a hay replacement
- Transition slowly between foods
- #3
Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food $
Timothy-based pellets for adult rabbits, 5 lb
Pros
- Timothy hay base for fiber
- Complete daily vitamins and minerals
- No artificial colors or flavors
Cons
- For adult rabbits, not babies
- Pellets don't replace unlimited hay
- #4
Kaytee Timothy Hay $$
12 lb bag of hand-selected Timothy hay for small animals
Pros
- 12 lb bulk bag
- Hand-selected for long strands
- Grown without pesticides
Cons
- Bulky to store
- Quality can vary between bags
- #5
Kaytee Fiesta Rabbit Food $
Colorful mixed rabbit food with grains, seeds, fruit, and vegetables
Pros
- Range of shapes and textures
- Grains, seeds, fruit, and vegetables
Cons
- Mixed diets may let rabbits pick favorites; ask your vet
- Pellets don't replace unlimited hay
- #6
Critter Nation by MidWest Double Unit Small Animal Cage $$$
Two-level, 63 inch double cage with full-width doors
Pros
- Two full levels of living space
- Full-width double doors
- Adjustable levels
- 1/2 inch wire spacing
Cons
- Heavy at 44 lb
- Large footprint
- #7
Mcage Deluxe Double Unit Two Full Story Small Animal Critter Home $$$
Two-story critter cage on a rolling stand with 1/2 inch wire spacing
Pros
- 1/2 inch wire spacing
- Two 21 x 15 inch front doors
- 45 inches tall on the stand
Cons
- Heavy at about 15 kg
- 20.5 x 20 inch floor is compact
- #8
SNAAT 20 Planes Guinea Pig Cages Enclosed Hamster Cage with Door $$
20-panel enclosed cage with a waterproof liner, 48 x 24 inches
Pros
- Waterproof liner outside the frame
- 0.6 inch wire mesh
- Configurable panels
Cons
- 16 inch height is low for jumpers
- Panel setups take time to assemble
- #9
VEVOR Metal Small Animal Cage 34.06"H 2-Tier Rolling Ferret $$
34 inch two-tier rolling cage with a fabric ramp
Pros
- Thick square metal tubes
- Non-slip fabric ramp
- Several openings for cleaning
Cons
- 24 x 17 inch footprint
- Check the bar spacing for small pets
- #10
HOTAMO Wooden Hamster Cage with Acrylic Board Base $$$
Wooden hamster cage that fits 8 to 10 inches of bedding
Pros
- Holds 8 to 10 inches of bedding
- Wood body with an acrylic front
- Removable acrylic floor panel
Cons
- Heavy at 15 lb
- Wood can absorb urine if the liner shifts
Best Overall
Oxbow Western Timothy Hay (40 oz)