Meadow hay is that which is mix of dried plants that includes grass, sticks, flower, seed heads and legumes.

It is popular amongst many small animals such as rabbits, chinchillas and degus.

So can guinea pigs eat meadow hay?

Yes they can. It is great for guinea pigs to eat. Along with Timothy hay, it is an essential hay for them to have in their every day diet.

Meadow hay is nutritious as well as helps to keep their teeth ground down.

Meadow hay tends to be cheaper than Timothy hay as well in stores.

It is a vital part of a guinea pig’s diet in this sense.

What type of meadow hay should I purchase?

With meadow hay, the greener the hay, the more a guinea pig is going to love eating it. So go for the greenest meadow hay you can find.