Little One Mountain Hay

Little One Mountain Hay is a naturally grown, sun-dried grass hay specially suited to the everyday nutritional needs of herbivorous small pets, including rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus. Rich in natural plant diversity and essential fibre, this premium mountain hay supports healthy digestion, normal dental wear and natural foraging behaviour.

With 29.2% crude fibre, Little One Mountain Hay provides the roughage that small herbivores need to maintain a healthy digestive system. Its natural mixture of mountain grasses offers different aromas and textures, encouraging pets to chew, forage and explore throughout the day.

Hay should make up the majority of the daily diet of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus, making it one of the most important items in their feeding routine.

Key Features and Benefits

• 29.2% crude fibre: Provides essential roughage to support normal digestive function.
• Naturally grown mountain grasses: Contains a diverse mixture of sun-dried grasses and plants.
• Supports dental health: Long fibres encourage extended chewing, helping maintain normal tooth wear.
• Promotes digestive movement: Helps maintain healthy intestinal activity in herbivorous small animals.
• Encourages natural foraging: Different grass textures and aromas stimulate natural feeding behaviour.
• Suitable for several small pets: Ideal for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus.
• Natural environmental enrichment: Can be used for burrowing, nest building and supervised play.
• No added flavourings: Plain mountain hay without additional camomile or dandelion.
• Unlimited daily feeding: Suitable for continuous access throughout the day.

Why Little One Mountain Hay Is Important for Digestive Health

Rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus have specialised digestive systems that rely on a consistent supply of fibre.

Little One Mountain Hay contains 29.2% crude fibre, making it an excellent source of roughage for daily feeding.

Fibre helps maintain normal gastrointestinal movement and supports the specialised digestive processes of small herbivores.

Providing hay continuously encourages regular eating, helping maintain a stable feeding routine.

For pets requiring additional digestive support, Protexin Soluble is a probiotic supplement available from Keen Pets. Consult a veterinarian before supplementing your pet’s diet, particularly when digestive problems are present.

Natural Support for Healthy Teeth

One of the most important benefits of Little One Mountain Hay is its role in supporting healthy teeth.

Rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus have teeth that continue growing throughout their lives. Regular chewing of fibrous hay helps naturally wear down the teeth and maintain normal dental function.

Without sufficient long-stem fibre, these animals may develop dental problems that interfere with normal eating and overall wellbeing.

Providing unlimited hay encourages the prolonged chewing activity essential for maintaining healthy teeth.

Encourages Natural Foraging and Enrichment

Small herbivores naturally spend a significant portion of their day searching for and eating grasses and other plant material.

Little One Mountain Hay allows pets to express these natural behaviours in a domestic environment.

Its varied strands, textures and aromas encourage exploration and foraging, providing both nutritional and behavioural benefits.

You can place fresh hay in feeding racks, distribute small amounts around the enclosure or create safe foraging areas to encourage natural activity.

Hay can also be used as enrichment material for burrowing and nest building.

Composition

Ingredients: 100% mountain hay.

Naturally grown and sun-dried grass hay containing a diverse mixture of mountain vegetation.

Nutritional Analysis

Little One Mountain Hay contains the following analytical constituents:

Nutrient	Content
Crude Protein	10.6%
Crude Oils and Fats	2.1%
Crude Fibre	29.2%
Crude Ash	8.3%

These values are published by Mealberry and describe the nutritional composition of the hay.

Feeding Guidelines for Little One Mountain Hay

Recommended daily amount: Unlimited access.

Little One Mountain Hay should be available to your pet throughout the day and night.

Feeding Recommendations

• Rabbits: Provide unlimited grass hay as the main component of their daily diet.
• Guinea pigs: Supply unlimited hay alongside suitable guinea pig food and vitamin C-rich vegetables.
• Chinchillas: Offer constant access to clean, dry hay alongside an appropriate chinchilla feed.
• Degus: Provide unlimited grass hay as an essential source of dietary fibre.

General Feeding Advice

1. Place fresh hay in a clean feeding rack or suitable feeding area.
2. Make sure hay remains accessible at all times.
3. Remove wet, contaminated or spoiled hay daily.
4. Refill regularly to encourage natural grazing.
5. Always provide fresh, clean drinking water.
6. Introduce any significant dietary changes gradually.

Important: Hay is essential for normal digestive and dental function, but other species-specific nutritional requirements must also be met. Guinea pigs, for example, require a reliable dietary source of vitamin C.

Keeping Your Small Pet’s Environment Clean

Hay is best offered in a clean, dry environment to prevent contamination and maintain its quality.

Regularly remove soiled bedding, wash feeding dishes and keep drinking containers clean.

For cleaning suitable animal cages and equipment, consider F10 SC Vet Disinfectant, available from Keen Pets.

Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, remove animals before cleaning and allow surfaces to dry before returning your pets.

Storage Instructions

Store Little One Mountain Hay in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.

• Keep hay away from damp floors and walls.
• Protect the packaging from rain and excessive humidity.
• Avoid storing hay near chemicals or strong odours.
• Discard any hay showing signs of mould, dampness or contamination.
• Keep stored hay protected from pests.

For longer storage, use a clean, breathable container that keeps hay dry while allowing airflow.

Why Choose Little One Mountain Hay?

Small pets may be tiny, but their appetites for hay are anything but small!

Whether your rabbit is conducting another furniture inspection, your guinea pig is demanding breakfast for the fifth time, or your chinchilla is planning its next great escape, Little One Mountain Hay provides essential fibre for everyday digestive and dental health.

Naturally grown and sun-dried, this mountain grass hay provides nutritional roughage and natural enrichment in one convenient product.

Buy Little One Mountain Hay online at Keen Pets, your Nelspruit-based online pet shop, with nationwide delivery across South Africa.

Brand: Little One by Mealberry

Product Type: Natural Mountain Grass Hay

Suitable For: Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas and Degus

Pack Sizes: 400g

Country of Hay Origin: Germany