Value Blend Hay

Value Blend is the same grass hay species — Timothy or Orchard Grass — at a more economical price.

It comes in bulk sizes only (5, 10, and 20 lb) and has more natural variation in texture and color between bags than our single-cut Ultra Premium lines. The underlying fiber and nutrition standards are the same.

As grass hays, Timothy Hay and Orchard Grass should be available at all times — this is a free-choice food your pet can eat without limit.

For adult rabbits 7 months and older and guinea pigs 6 months and older, grass hay should make up at least 80% of the diet. For chinchillas older than 1 year, aim for at least 75% grass hay.

When switching hays, mix the old and new hay over 7–14 days and watch appetite and droppings.

Mix the new hay with the old hay over 7–14 days so the change is gradual.

Watch appetite and droppings during the switch. If your pet stops eating or stool looks unusual, slow the transition and contact your vet.

Store hay in a cool, dry place with good airflow—a breathable bag or bin works well.

Avoid sealing hay in plastic long-term; trapped moisture can lead to mold. If hay smells musty, feels damp, or looks unusually dusty or discolored, discard it and open a fresh bag.

Commercial hay from a trusted producer is very low risk for RHDV2, and we monitor official reporting for the regions where we source and pack hay.

We source in Northern California, where there have been no reported RHDV2 cases in our sourcing and warehouse areas to date. Current inventory is from the 2025–2026 growing season in that region. USDA guidance suggests dried virus may remain stable about three months; we follow harvest timing, storage, and handling with that in mind.

For symptoms, vaccines, maps, and what we watch ongoing, see our RHDV2 information hub and the RHDV2 section of our FAQ.

Timothy Hay has a classic grass hay flavor and higher fiber range — a solid everyday choice.

Orchard Grass is sweeter and more fragrant with a softer texture, which can help with picky eaters or hay-scent sensitivity.

Both work as a free-choice everyday hay. If you'd like to sample each cut individually first, see Soft Timothy Hay and Soft Orchard Grass.

You get exactly the type you select at checkout — Timothy Hay or Orchard Grass — every time.

The “value” in Value Blend Hay refers to the price tier and natural batch variation within that hay type, not a random mix of species.