Meadow Hay Nettle 500 grams

JR Farm Meadow Hay with Nettle: Natural Hay Mix for Rodents & Rabbits!

Natural meadow hay with nettle – rich in fiber and fragrant

JR Farm Meadow Hay Nettle consists of airy mountain meadow hay enriched with 5% dried nettle . This natural additive gives the hay an attractive aroma and a subtle texture, encouraging animals to eat sufficient roughage.

Hay forms the basis of the daily diet of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and degus. Its fiber-rich structure supports digestion and encourages natural gnawing behavior, which is important for tooth wear.

Nettle provides a pleasant variety of aromas and textures. Many animals find this herbal hay appealing, which increases their roughage intake.

For hamsters, dwarf hamsters, mice and gerbils, this hay is also suitable as nesting material, enrichment and for strengthening tunnels in the ground covering .

Stored UV-free for maximum quality

The hay is stored in a dark, cool and UV-free place so that the smell, colour and nutritional value are optimally preserved.

✔ 100% natural mountain meadow hay
✔ Enriched with 5% nettle for natural variation
✔ High fiber content supports roughage intake
✔ Stimulates natural nibbling and foraging behavior
✔ Stored UV-free for maximum freshness
! Not suitable for rats due to their sensitive respiratory tract

Hay is an important part of the diet for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and degus. Its fiber-rich structure helps keep the intestines active and promotes natural chewing behavior. The addition of nettle provides a subtle aroma and flavor variation, keeping the hay appealing to animals who enjoy variety.

For hamsters, dwarf hamsters, mice, and gerbils, hay is ideal as nesting material, enrichment, or for reinforcing tunnels. Its airy structure contributes to natural habitats and foraging behavior.

How to use per animal species

• Mouse: Suitable as nesting material and light enrichment.
• Dwarf hamster: Ideal for nest building and reinforcing tunnels.
• Golden hamster: Suitable as nesting material and natural enrichment.
• Gerbil: Perfect for nest building, burrowing structures and enrichment.
• ! Dwarf Rat & Domestic Rat: Not suitable due to respiratory sensitivity.
• Guinea pig: Essential in the diet; offer in unlimited quantities. Nettle makes the hay extra attractive.
• Rabbit: Hay forms the largest part of the diet. Nettle provides a pleasant variety of flavors and aromas.
• Chinchilla: Suitable as a daily source of fibre; light herbal variation with nettle.
• Degu: An essential part of the diet. Nettle provides additional variety.

Composition & Analysis

Composition: Mountain meadow hay 95%, Nettle 5%

Analytical constituents: Crude protein 12%, Crude fat 2.7%, Crude fibre 24.9%, Crude ash 6.8%, Calcium 5200 mg/kg, Phosphorus 2300 mg/kg, Sodium 110 mg/kg

Why this composition is good:

• High fiber content supports healthy digestion
• Nettle provides natural scent and taste variation
• Low fat content — suitable for daily use
• Structure encourages nibbling and foraging