When it comes to guinea pigs, their diet plays a crucial role in maintaining their overall health and well-being. As herbivores, hay is an essential part of their daily food intake, providing both the fiber and nutrients needed to keep their digestive systems...

As the temperatures start dropping, it’s essential to ensure your furry friends are comfortable, warm, and healthy throughout the upcoming winter season. These delicate pets require special attention to keep them cozy and safe when the weather turns chilly. Here...

When choosing the best hay for your small herbivores, knowing the difference between the first and second cuttings of Timothy hay can help you provide the optimal nutrition and texture for your furry friends. Grandpa's Best offers both first and second cutting...

When it comes to providing the best care for your small herbivores like rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas, choosing the right bedding is crucial. Two common options are hay and corn cob bedding. Each has its own set of benefits and drawbacks, and understanding...

As a company dedicated to providing high-quality hay for small herbivores like rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas, we understand the importance of offering a variety of hay types to meet the nutritional needs of your beloved pets. One popular choice among pet...

When it comes to keeping guinea pigs healthy and happy, their diet plays a crucial role. One of the most important components of their diet is fiber, which is essential for their overall well-being. Lets explore the role fiber plays in a guinea pig's diet and how...

When it comes to creating a comfortable and healthy environment for small herbivores, choosing the right bedding is crucial. Whether you have a hamster, guinea pig, rabbit, chinchilla, or even a bird, the bedding you choose impacts their well-being. Grandpa’s Best...

Introducing new hay to your furry friend can be a delicate process. Whether you have rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, or other small herbivores, these tips will help ensure a smooth transition to a new type of hay. 1.Understand Your Pet’s Dietary Needs Small...

Summer is in full swing, and it is almost that great time of the year again! The 4th of July is a time of celebration with reflection and remembrance, marked by dazzling fireworks displays. It is important to remember during all the fun that the loud noises and...

When it comes to the health and happiness of our furry friends, dental care can too often take a backseat. However, just like humans, dental health is crucial for small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Dental issues can lead to a few problems,...

Bringing new rabbits into your home can be an exciting and rewarding experience. However, introducing them to existing rabbits requires careful consideration and a well-thought-out approach. Rabbits are social animals, and forming a strong bond between them can...

In the heart of the Midwest, storm season is fully underway. What starts as a pretty spring day can quickly change into a storm, rushing every member of the family to seek shelter. Whether you live in the heartland or elsewhere, readiness for any emergency is...

As a responsible rabbit owner, ensuring your furry friend's health and happiness is paramount. One of the key aspects of maintaining a healthy rabbit diet is encouraging them to eat hay. Hay is a vital source of necessary fiber that supports proper digestion,...

For devoted small pet owners, the health and happiness of all our furry friends are at the top of the priority list. Providing a balanced and nutritious diet is the foundation of their health and overall well-being. The key ingredient that plays a crucial role in...

At Grandpa's Best, we are not just passionate about providing high-quality hay to your small pets; we are ardent advocates for understanding the intricate art and science behind hay farming. A significant part of this understanding revolves around the pivotal role...

In a world increasingly besieged by chaos at a relentless pace, stories that touch our hearts with warmth and hope are treasures. "Grandpa's Best" embodies such a story—a profound narrative of love and compassion for pet welfare that bridges generations. As we...

If you're a chinchilla owner, you know that these adorable and fluffy creatures require more than just a comfortable living space and enjoyable playtime. As with all small pets, nutrition plays a vital role in their overall health and well-being. One of the dietary...

Remember the first time you brought your tortoise home? The excitement, the responsibility, and the overwhelming desire to provide the best care possible. Part of that care involves understanding the crucial role of hay in their diet. They are magnificent creatures...

At Grandpa’s Best, we understand that the joy and companionship small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and hamsters bring into our lives are immeasurable. As dedicated pet owners, it's our responsibility to ensure they receive the best possible care. A...

One of the most essential roles of a pet owner is ensuring the well-being and happiness of your furry friend. It’s easy to focus on the “fun” parts of pet ownership, like a cozy sleeping environment and cute toys, but the most important aspect that needs the most...

Established in the heartland of the United States, Grandpa's Best stands as a testament to generations of farming expertise and an unwavering commitment to quality hay. Today, we invite you to join us as we explore Grandpa's Best difference and unveil the unique...

Timothy Hay vs. Orchard Grass Hay for Small Pets When it comes to providing a healthy and balanced diet for small pets, hay plays a crucial role. It’s not just a filler; it’s a primary source of fiber and essential nutrients that contribute to your furry friend’s...

Keeping Your Small Pet's Hay Fresh and Tasty If you're a proud parent of a small pet such as a rabbit, guinea pig, chinchilla, or tortoise, you probably know how essential hay is to their diet and overall well-being. Hay provides not only essential nutrients but...

We are thrilled to bring you the freshest updates from our farm. Life on the farm is always busy, but we are excited to be coming into the busiest time of year. We are into the first phase of the corn harvest, and our Bestifor team is hard at work. Right now,...

Are you on the hunt for an all-natural, healthy, enriching nourishment option for your furry friend? Look no further - Grandpa’s Best Timothy Treasures are now available. Crafted with meticulous care and the highest quality Timothy hay available, these rounds are...

If you suffer from hay allergies, finding the right hay for your animals can be a challenge. Hay can be a source of irritation for many people, and even a small amount of the wrong type of hay can cause serious symptoms. Here are some tips to help you choose the...

As the temperature starts to rise in the summer months, it's important to ensure that your furry pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs stay cool and comfortable. These small animals are particularly sensitive to heat, and can easily suffer from heatstroke if not...

When it comes to forage options for livestock and agricultural purposes, we often think of traditional grasses like Bermuda grass or alfalfa hay. However, there is a lesser-known but highly promising forage option that deserves our attention: Teff grass. This...

Guinea pigs are adorable, social pets that make great companions. They are easy to care for and can be kept indoors or outdoors. When it comes to their diet, hay is an essential component that provides them with the necessary nutrients and fiber for their overall...

Hay is an essential part of a small pet’s diet, whether it is a rabbit, guinea pig, chinchilla, or any other small herbivore. Not only does it provide them with the necessary fiber, but it also keeps their teeth healthy and gives them something to chew on. However,...

If you own a tortoise, you know how crucial it is to provide them with a comfortable and healthy living environment. One important aspect of their habitat is the bedding, and hay is a popular option that offers many benefits. Let's explore why hay is an excellent...

One month after the Grandpa’s Best exciting sixth year anniversary of providing top-quality pet food products, we are extremely excited to launch our latest addition - Whisker Nibbler! Our new all-natural hay-based treat is a delightful baked snack that is sure to...

Grandpa’s Best is committed to providing the highest quality hay for your pets, and that starts with our farming practices. As spring progresses, we have been working diligently to create a strong foundation for this year's hay crop. Our team has completed several...

It’s our anniversary month! Six years ago, Grandpa’s Best opened its doors when we realized the need for top quality hay was not limited to just the livestock, dairy, and equine world, but also to small pet and exotic animal owners who sought and deserved this type...

One of the many factors that sets Grandpa’s Best apart from other hay brands is our one-of-a-kind compressed mini bale. While we do offer boxed loose hay in 5-, 10-, and 20-pound options, our compressed bales are a great option to consider. Compressed mini bales...

Taking our customers’ feedback and behavior into account is at the forefront of everything we do at Grandpa’s Best. We know many of your furry friends enjoy a variety of hay, and many pet owners love to encourage those natural foraging instincts by giving their pet...

Timothy Hay has long been considered the gold standard of hay for small herbivores. And when hay should make up 80% of your pet’s diet, you want to choose one that you know your furry friend will eat to help maintain their health. Each pet is different and has...

As we reflect on 2022, we wanted to take a moment to thank all of you for your support of Grandpa’s Best. We know there are dozens of brands offering hay for pets, and we sincerely appreciate each time you choose to shop with us. We are proud to have a growing team...

At Grandpa’s Best, our motto is “quality is our legacy.” This quality is a priority at every level, from the hay we grow, to our hand-sorting and hand-packaging processes, to the way we try to meet our customers’ needs. After years of working in the small pet...

Tell us a little bit about your pet(s) – what kind of animal, ages, names I have one bunny – Tula. She’s about five years old, but she was a stray, so we don’t know exactly how old she is. Tula works with me, my sister, and her pig Hank – the four of us run our...

Originating from South America, chinchillas make fun, fuzzy pets. These little pets are in the rodent family and are commonly shy, quiet, fast, and agile jumpers. To keep their bodies fueled for their daily activity (or more specifically, their nighttime activity...

Rabbits have had a long history as pets across the world. First domesticated in the 5th century in the Iberian Peninsula, rabbits became a household pet in Western Europe during the Victorian Era. Once rabbits made their way to the United States, they were soon...

Fall may be around the corner, but most of the country is still experiencing near-record temperatures extending summer for many of us. As we all know, heat stroke can be fatal, especially for your furry friend. Rabbits cannot sweat or pant like we can to help bring...

The legacy of Grandpa’s Best family member Celine Larson was commemorated at the KEMSA (Kansas Emergency Medical Services Association) conference awards banquet on August 13, 2022 with the creation of a new award in her name – the Celine Larson PEER Support Award....

Good News for Rabbit Owners Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) was noted in 1984 and has been considered a death sentence for rabbits everywhere. RHDV is a highly contagious disease caused by the calicivirus found in rabbits and has a high mortality rate with...

One of the most important decisions pet owners make for their animal’s health is choosing the best food for their pet. For any rabbit or guinea pig, large amounts of high-quality hay is vital for their well-being. In fact, hay is so important for these small furry...

Our furry rabbit friends aren’t the only animals who thrive on hay. Larger animals also benefit from having this in their diet. An animal that consumes more hay than you would expect is the grassland tortoise, which benefits from a diet high in foraging material....

While alfalfa is a type of hay, there are many differences between alfalfa hay and grass hays (such as Timothy or Orchard). Both grass hay and alfalfa hay are excellent forages for herbivores, but there are some key nutritional differences. These fundamental...