Three years ago, after noting interest in organic produce from my clients, I subscribed to an organic veggie basket every two weeks for the summer/fall season at La Ferme Cooperative aux Champs qui Chantent . Registration for the 2024 season is currently open! I definitely recommend checking it out and reserving soon, as shares do sell out.

When I board small pets like Guinea pigs and chinchillas, a twice daily fresh vegetable service is included in the boarding fees. I also provide fresh vegetables after a certain period to pets that visits in their own homes, like rabbits.

I have been continually impressed with the abundance and quality of each veggie basket, and with the efficiency and hard work of the staff.

My Guinea pig boarders have definitely enjoyed the organic, seasonal, locally-grown selections, and rabbit and hamster clients, foster mice, and personal hamster have all given it an enthusiastic yes!

How it works is that the veggie baskets are reserved and paid for in advance. The quantity comes in either a single or double option, and the frequency is either weekly or biweekly. If I could, I would absolutely reserve a weekly double basket, because the produce is amazing, but I have once again reserved a familial basket, which alternates single and double portions.

There is an option to donate to or buy solidarity baskets, to help provide affordable veggie baskets for those who need them.

And this year, Cats and Hamsters is pleased to support this staff-owned collective with their new Equitable basket, which will help to provide the farmers with an equitable salary.

I have also enjoyed the organic farm-fresh eggs and occassional extra offerings, like local honey!