Where to get quality bulk hay?

[Maha's Chins]

Hi, twice earlier I ordered bulk hay from a private chin supply seller in bulk, however the hay arrived quite dry (alfalfa) and crumbled very quickly, can anyone here tell me where I can order fresh bulk hay from, without breaking bank. as the previous seller charged me an arm and a leg for shipping!! even though she was local. My chins prefer alfalfa but I am ready to experiment with spring medley as they are not really into Timothy by itself, nor store bought commercial brands, sigh. Appreciate any input.

Thanks , MJ

 

[Idgie]

I buy hay from a farmer not too far away. Not sure how feasible that is for you. If there are stables nearby, you could find out where they get their hay from. Horses eat the same kind of hay. And if you are feeding alfalfa based pellets (and most are), you should try and get mostly grass hay of some kind. Good luck

 

[ticklechin]

Alfalfa has sucked recently, hopefully this years harvest with be better.

 

[becky12883]

If you can't find a local stable or farmer to supply you, you can try KMS hayloft. Shipping for hay is expensive though, there's no way around that. I have heard very many recommendations for their timothy. I order Bluegrass from KMS and my boys absolutely love it as a treat. I get everyday hay, a grass mix, from a local farmer, otherwise I'd be ordering that from KMS too.

 

[Chinmama]

Kleenmama's (www.kmshayloft.com) and American Pet Diner (www.americanpetdiner.com) are both good. You might also try www.bunnybale.com. Shipping will be an issue from anywhere.

 

[chechinchillas]

I get a 36 bale order of Stanlee hay through Buckley Brothers feed store. It's much cheaper and they ship it by train. They carry alfalfa and timothy. You can contact them to find out what distributor you can order through.

 

[MyzarandGemma]

When is hay harvested? I want to get second cut Timothy from KMS but don't know when to look for it.

 

[ticklechin]

1st cut is usually around early to mid summer, 2nd cut mid to late fall. Looks like KMs was able to get a third cutting, that does not always happen. If you need 2nd cut APD has it.

http://shop.americanpetdiner.com/Timothy-Gold-Hay-25lb-Box-2nd-Cutting-Timothy-Hay_p_14.html