In this guide, we’ll explore exactly what gerbils should eat, which fruits and vegetables are safe, and how to balance their diet with natural treats and protein sources. You’ll also learn what foods to avoid, how often to feed them, and how to make mealtimes enriching and fun. Let’s begin by understanding what a balanced […]
In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about hamster nutrition: what they can eat, what to avoid, how much to feed, and how diet differs between Syrian and dwarf hamsters. We’ll also share natural enrichment ideas using Happy Hay’s fresh, dust-free hay to keep your hamster active and happy. Hamsters are omnivores, […]
Once a rabbit feels safe with you, they will start to become very affectionate. However, it can take a while and you have to let your rabbit warm up to you slowly. They are different to cats and dogs and don’t particularly like being cuddled. But when your rabbit is bonded to you, they will […]
If you’ve ever wondered “Should I bathe my rabbit?” The short answer is you shouldn’t! At least not in the way you’d wash yourself. It can be tricky to put yourself in a rabbit’s shoes. We as their owners are inclined to imagine them as little fuzzy people, complete with human personalities, but this way […]
Rabbits can do a lot of damage to your garden. As they need plenty of space to run around, letting them roam freely around your garden is probably something that you are keen to do. You need to ensure that not only are you keeping your rabbit safe, but you are also looking after your […]
This guide brings both new and experienced owners onto the same page. You will learn how chinchillas eat in the wild, how to build a balanced home diet, what pellets and fresh foods really do, which treats are genuinely safe, how to portion correctly, and how to switch diets without drama. Where it helps, we […]
If you’ve ever opened a bag of hay and thought, “This looks more like straw than supper,” you’re not alone. Guinea pigs are natural grazers, and the quality of their hay makes a visible difference to appetite, digestion, dental wear and day-to-day enrichment. The challenge? Not all hay is created equal, especially online. In this […]
If you share your home with rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats or a tortoise, you already know how quickly hay disappears. For many of these animals, hay is not just bedding. It is essential for daily nutrition, vital dental care and an easy way to keep them happily occupied. Buying hay […]
While guinea pigs and rabbits might look like cousins in the world of small pets, their nutritional needs are quite different! If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering whether you can share that bag of rabbit food with your guinea pig, you’re not alone. Let’s explore why these adorable creatures need their own specific diets to […]
Let’s get right into one of the most common questions potential rabbit owners ask: do rabbits smell? The simple answer is that while all pets have their own unique odour, a well-cared-for rabbit minimises this and they’re actually far less smelly than cats or dogs! These adorable companions are naturally clean creatures who take pride […]
