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Best Small Animal Food & Bedding

Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and the like need food, bedding and hay you rebuy constantly, so cost per bag and how far it stretches really count. The right diet, plenty of good hay and absorbent, dust-free bedding keep small pets healthy and cages fresher for longer. We rank by genuine customer ratings, and for brands like Supreme Petfoods and Back-2-Nature we bring in reviews from beyond Amazon so you can weigh value against quality.

Common questions

What should I feed a rabbit or guinea pig?

The bulk of their diet should be good hay, with a measured amount of quality pellets and fresh veg. Brands like Supreme Petfoods make species-specific food that avoids the sugary mixes animals pick through. Guinea pigs also need vitamin C. Sudden diet changes upset their stomachs, so switch foods gradually over a week or so.

Which small animal bedding is best?

Paper-based bedding like Back-2-Nature is absorbent, dust-free and kinder to little lungs than dusty wood shavings. It composts too. For comfort, add plenty of hay in the sleeping area. Whatever you choose, spot-clean daily and do a full change weekly. Cost per litre and how well it locks in odour tell you the real value.

How much bedding and hay will I get through?

More than new owners expect. A single rabbit or a pair of guinea pigs can get through a large bag of hay in a couple of weeks, and bedding needs topping up often. Buying bigger bags or bales lowers the cost per use. Storing it dry keeps it fresh and stops waste.