About Hay Hutch
Welcome — you’re on Hay Hutch, a dedicated guinea pig care and pet wellness blog founded and written by Alex Johnson, a longtime small‑animal enthusiast and care specialist. We focus on practical, compassionate guidance for housing, nutrition, enrichment, and everyday health so guinea pigs and their guardians can thrive together.
All content is researched and reviewed by experienced guinea pig owners and veterinary professionals to ensure you receive safe, accurate, and actionable advice for the wellbeing of your pets.
Meet Our Team
We are a small, focused team of guinea pig caregivers, writers, and allied animal health professionals who believe everyday pet care should be practical, humane, and evidence-based. Our contributors include veterinarians, veterinary technicians, animal behaviorists, and experienced rescue volunteers who bring decades of hands‑on experience to Hay Hutch.
What sets us apart is our hands‑on approach: recommendations are field‑tested with real guinea pigs and reviewed by specialists before publication. We write for guardians who want clear, reliable guidance—whether you’re adopting a pair, upgrading a hutch, or managing a health concern.
- Practical, evidence-informed care guidance tailored to guinea pigs
- Compassionate, straightforward advice that respects busy pet owners
- Content updated to reflect current veterinary and welfare best practices
- Direct access to a team with diverse experience in rescue, clinical care, and enrichment
Our Mission
Our mission is to make guinea pig care approachable, reliable, and enjoyable for guardians of all experience levels. We aim to empower owners with practical guidance on housing, nutrition, enrichment, and preventive health so guinea pigs can live long, happy lives.
We combine scientific guidance from veterinary sources with real‑world testing to provide recommendations that are both safe and doable. By explaining the reasons behind our advice, we help owners make informed choices tailored to their pets’ needs.
- Deliver clear, step‑by‑step care tips and project guides for guinea pig housing and enrichment
- Translate veterinary and welfare research into practical routines you can use daily
- Create flexible advice that fits different budgets, spaces, and lifestyles
- Offer resources that help owners overcome common barriers like time, cost, and uncertainty
Our Values
We value steady, science‑backed progress over quick fixes, honesty over hype, and compassion over convenience. Every guide and recommendation is created to help owners take realistic, meaningful steps toward better care for their guinea pigs.
Transparency matters to us — we disclose partnerships and sponsorships clearly, and our content decisions are guided by pet welfare rather than revenue. We will always prioritize what’s safest and most humane for the animals.
- Practicality: Advice that works in real homes with real pets
- Transparency: Full disclosure of affiliations and impartial care guidance
- Community: We learn and improve together—sharing tips, successes, and setbacks
- Expertise: Content produced and reviewed by qualified animal care professionals
- Authority: Recommendations grounded in veterinary and welfare sources
- Trustworthiness: We correct errors promptly and update guidance as new information emerges
Our Expertise
Our articles are rooted in verified expertise and firsthand experience. Alex Johnson leads Hay Hutch with years of guinea pig care experience, supported by a team of veterinarians, vet technicians, and behavior specialists who review our material for accuracy and safety.
Our review board ensures recommendations follow current best practices in small‑animal medicine and welfare. We maintain relationships with veterinary professionals and rescue organizations to stay informed about emerging care standards.
When we cite studies or clinical guidance, we provide context about limitations and practical application so guardians can make appropriate decisions for their individual pets.
- Guidance aligned with established small‑animal and veterinary care principles
- Nutrition and health advice reviewed by qualified veterinary professionals
- Safety and enrichment strategies developed with input from experts and rescues
- Ongoing education for team members to maintain and expand expertise
Thanks for visiting! Have feedback or a success story to share? Visit our contact us page or drop a comment — we’d love to hear from you. We read every message and use reader input to improve our resources.
General Disclaimer: While our team includes veterinary professionals and experienced caregivers, the content on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for clinical concerns or before making significant changes to your pet’s care.