{"title":"Norfolk Pastures","description":"\u003cp\u003eNorfolk Pastures offers a premium range of natural bedding for small animals, crafted from the finest barley straw. Harvested at its golden peak and dried to perfection, Norfolk Pastures bedding provides a warm, comfortable and natural environment for rabbits, guinea pigs and other small pets to burrow and nestle into.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike wheat straw, barley straw is gentle and won’t irritate your pet’s eyes — making it the premium choice for small animal owners who want the very best for their pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"norfolk-pastures-barley-straw","title":"Norfolk Pastures Barley Straw XL 5kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNorfolk Pastures Barley Straw XL 5kg\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreate a comfortable bedding area with Norfolk Pastures Barley Straw XL. The 5kg pack contains soft golden barley straw, with dust extraction stated on the packaging. Use it as bedding or nesting material in a suitable small-animal setup, keeping the sleeping area clean and dry. This is bedding straw, not a replacement for the feeding hay your rabbit or guinea pig needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarley straw:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural plant material for bedding and nesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft golden straw:\u003c\/strong\u003e described on the pack as premium soft golden barley straw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust extracted:\u003c\/strong\u003e processed to reduce dust, without guaranteeing that every strand is dust-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5kg XL pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clearly labelled weight for routine bedding changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible bedding use:\u003c\/strong\u003e add to an appropriate enclosure setup according to your pet's needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUse and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the straw before use and remove any unsuitable pieces. Provide a suitable absorbent base where needed, check bedding daily and promptly remove wet or soiled material. Replace bedding regularly and store the remaining straw in a dry, ventilated place away from moisture. Do not use material that is damp, mouldy or has an unusual smell. Choose bedding appropriate to your pet's species and individual needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much is supplied?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis XL pack is labelled 5kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dust-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pack states dust extracted. This means dust reduction, not a guarantee of zero dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it as rabbit bedding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can be used as bedding or nesting material in an appropriate rabbit setup. Keep it clean and dry, and provide an absorbent base where needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace feeding hay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Straw is bedding material and does not replace the separate feeding hay required by rabbits and guinea pigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it guaranteed not to irritate eyes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo such guarantee is made here. Check the bedding for coarse or unsuitable pieces and seek veterinary advice if your pet develops irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I change it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck daily, remove wet or soiled straw promptly and replace bedding regularly. Frequency depends on your pet and enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norfolk Pastures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43318531522728,"sku":"C-5060005830052","price":6.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/7998\/4808\/products\/P-5060005830052.jpg?v=1682575980"},{"product_id":"norfolk-pastures-hay","title":"Norfolk Pastures Hay XL 5kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNorfolk Pastures Hay XL 5kg\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep your small pet's hay supply topped up with Norfolk Pastures Hay XL. The 5kg pack contains a blend of naturally selected meadow grasses and is labelled dust extracted. This is meadow hay, not barley straw: offer it as feeding hay for rabbits and guinea pigs, keeping it fresh, clean and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeadow grass blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e the packaging describes a premium blend of naturally selected meadow grasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust extracted:\u003c\/strong\u003e processed to reduce dust, rather than guaranteed completely dust-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5kg XL pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clearly labelled weight for replenishing your pet's hay supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding hay:\u003c\/strong\u003e distinct from the separate Norfolk Pastures barley straw bedding product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e colour and texture may vary between batches of meadow hay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide fresh hay appropriate to your pet's diet and keep it separate from wet or soiled bedding. Check the hay daily and refresh as needed. Follow species-appropriate feeding advice and provide fresh drinking water. Store the pack in a dry, ventilated place away from moisture. Do not feed hay that is damp, mouldy or has an unusual smell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this hay or barley straw?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is hay. The pack identifies a blend of meadow grasses. 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