About McLin Family Farms
McLin Family Farms have been producing the finest Premium Timothy Hay and Orchard Grass since 1992.
Our farms are located in the high deserts of Oregon where mother nature has created the perfect climate for harvesting Premium Timothy Hay and Orchard Grass. We have five generations of McLin’s that are experienced, dedicated and passionate about bringing you the highest quality products to keep your small pets healthy and happy.
The Importance
of Premium Timothy Hay
For a variety of small pets, the best diet that you can offer is one rich in long stem Timothy Hay. Dried from a natural, perennial grass, Timothy Hay is inexpensive and healthy. It aids in digestion and helps wear down the constantly growing teeth of rabbits and true herbivores, such as chinchillas and guinea pigs.
How much Timothy Hay should I feed my pet?
Good quality Timothy Hay is the most important staple and should be fed in unlimited quantities. Your pet can consume a pile of Timothy Hay equivalent to the size of their body every day. Keep an abundance of McLin Family Farms Premium Timothy Hay available 24/7!
Your pets will thank you!
Dietary Benefits of Timothy Hay
Timothy Hay should be an integral and essential part of your small pets diet. It’s high fiber/low sugar attributes help maintain proper functioning for a healthy gut as well as aiding in the passage and digestion of food. Timothy Hay especially helps prevent obesity, diarrhea and boredom. Your pet will crave Mclin Family Farms signature fresh aroma!
Dental Benefits of Timothy Hay
Keeping fresh Timothy Hay always available to your true herbivore small pet is important in helping prevent dental disease. Timothy Hay’s long stems help aid in wearing down your small pets constantly growing teeth and making it necessary for their long term dental health for young to aging pets.
The Importance
of Fresh Orchard Grass
It is great for optimal health for rabbits and true herbivores, such as chinchillas and guinea pigs. It is high fiber and low in both protein and calcium. Even the most finicky and aging pets will be enticed by the soft and sweet smelling Orchard Grass. Our Premium Orchard Grass is vital to their digestive, dental and overall long-term health.
How much Orchard Grass
should I feed my pet?
Orchard grass is an important staple in your small animals diet and should always be supplied in unlimited quantities. Your pet can consume Orchard Grass and hay equivalent to the size of their body every day. Keep McLin Family Farms Premium Orchard Grass available 24/7! Your pets will thank you!
Dietary Benefits of Orchard Grass
Orchard Grass should be an integral part of many pets diets. Orchard Grass adds essential calorie intake for the proper functioning of your small pet’s digestive system. As the chewed hay moves through the small and large intestines, the high fiber content aids in the passage of food. Orchard Grass also helps prevent obesity, diarrhea and boredom.
Dental Benefits of Orchard Grass
Keeping fresh Orchard Grass always available to your small pet is essential to helping prevent dental disease. Chewing Orchard Grass promotes natural dental wear patterns for their constantly growing teeth. Orchard Grass offers variety in texture and encourages healthy eating habits that prevent picky pets of all ages.
We bale the hay at night to seal in the fresh aroma
Our farms are located in the high deserts of Oregon where mother nature has created the perfect climate for harvesting the finest quality Timothy Hay and Orchard Grass. We bale the hay in the evening to capture the aroma that your small pets will crave. We work hard to produce the top quality for your cherished pets.
McLin Family Farms Quality Standards
We sought out the perfect location and climate for harvesting the finest quality Timothy Hay & Orchard Grass. We have five generations of McLin’s that are experienced, dedicated and passionate about bringing you the highest quality products and assuring your satisfaction in the products we produce.
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How can you tell good quality hay?
Good quality hay should be bright green in color with little fading. A bleached, yellow, brown or black color may indicate aged hay, mold or poor storage conditions. Storage condition and age have a significant effect on vitamin content of hays.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Importance
of Vitamins & Minerals
All small mammals need lots of good quality fresh hay and/or grass on a daily basis. It’s an essential part of their diet to keep their digestive system and teeth healthy.
They should also be fed a portion of species-specific pet food. When fed alongside McLin Family Farms Timothy Hay and/or Orchard Grass, a product designed for their species will ensure they are getting all of the vitamins and minerals they need. Also fresh herbs or leafy green vegetables can also be given occasionally to provide variety in their diets and behavioral enrichment. Refer to your veterinarian for specific needs for any further inquiries about small pet health.
The Importance of Water
Along with daily fresh hay, drinking water is another incredibly important essental for your pets. A constant supply of clean fresh water should always be available to your pet. Hanging bottles with metal spouts are a good option and some animals prefer to drink from a heavy bowl that is difficult to tip over. Offer your pet both and see which they prefer. Any water spillage should be cleaned up so that your pet’s bedding stays clean and dry.
Where can I buy McLin Family Farms Hays
We currently sell online from our website and on Amazon.
Which small pets need hay?
Herbivores such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus, tortoises, hamsters, gerbils, prairie dogs, rats, mice, pigs, and squirrels to name a few! Providing hay for chickens and other birds can be a good thing as well.
How much Hay does my pet need.
Give your pets the same amount of hay the same size as their body daily. They should also be fed a portion of species-specific pet food.
Hay Varieties, what is right for my pet?
It’s best to provide high quality hay for variety for your pets, but be sure to ask your veterinarian for advice about your particular species of pet.
Penny the Guinea!
Provide an unlimited quantity of fresh Timothy Hay or Orchard Grass every day for your small pets. It is essential to their daily intake of nutrients and vital minerals for proper digestion and dental health, just ask Penny the Guinea!
Supports Digestive & Dental HealthBaled at Night to Save Fresh AromaRecommended by VeterinariansPets PreferredIncludes Vital MineralsNo Artificial Flavors or ColorsAll Natural & Fresh
