Best everyday grass hay stapleSmall petsOxbow
Oxbow Western Timothy Hay (40 oz)
Long-strand timothy hay — the fiber foundation for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas
About $12–$22
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Best timothy-based guinea pig pellets
Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food
Oxbow
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Adult guinea pig pellets with stabilized vitamin C — feed beside unlimited hay
About $15–$30
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Our take
Guinea pigs cannot make vitamin C; pellets formulated for them matter. Oxbow Essentials Adult is a timothy-based pellet many exotics vets recommend alongside unlimited grass hay and veggies. Measure portions — free-choice pellets can mean chubby pigs and ignored hay.
Who it's for: Adult guinea pigs on a hay-first diet.
Skip if: You have a rabbit — use rabbit-specific pellets, not guinea pig formula.
Pros
- Made for guinea pig nutrient needs
- Pairs with timothy hay diets
- Widely recommended brand
Cons
- Not a hay replacement
- Transition slowly between foods
Specs
- Form
- Adult guinea pig pellets
- Pair with
- Unlimited grass hay
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Amazon Basics Small Animal Cage Habitat with Accessories, Large
Wide plastic-base cage with bottle, dish, hay guard, and balcony — measure before you buy
About $60–$90
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