Hawthorne Country Store Escondido

K J

2024-04

Our local feed supply store just a few miles away does not carry Aubi Chick hemp shavings. I drive 17 extra miles to Hawthorns just for the hemp shavings for my urban chicken coop and have been doing so for 5 years. If you haven’t tried hemp shavings they are 100% worth the extra price. They cut down on smell drastically if not to zero, low dust and compostable. For my size coop I only do a full shaving change every 2 years and throw them into the garden. I buy over the course of the year about 5 bags. I add DZ earth and vinegar to keep it fresher weekly. Usually after winter rains I add a bag to freshen the coop up because it’s a pretty airy coop. I’m located within a residential neighborhood and also run a small Airbnb and everyone says when standing directly next to the coop “this doesn’t even smell chickens” Hawthorns is the only feed supply store I have ever found to carry them and Im so thankful they keep them stocked!

Theresa Thorman

2024-03

I went to get two runner ducks for my sisters birthday because she has a farm in Ramona, they’re flightless quieter birds with rich eggs and make great fertilizer. Sadly they were gone by the time I got there but the owner chatted with me for awhile anyway. She shared they do t get a lot of ducks because they’re very careful where they go. Such a lovely thoughtful place trying to support homesteaders.

Nick Sekhon

2023-12

Easy to deliver semi truck load they keep some cones they move it for unloading on street. Staff is helpful will take near 2 hours for unloading but you can come before appointment time.

Catherine Wabsis

2024-04

Amazing people here . I got my 3 silkys and my polish here . I literally looked all over San Diego for them. They are very knowledgeable here and friendly here.

Chris Fortunato

2024-01

This is a nice resource for some of us with small and medium farms close to the city. They have the best selection of livestock feed that I have found from neighboring feed stores, and often have chicks and other livestock available during seasons. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I usually have a short list of items to grab, but when I have time I really enjoy wandering through the aisles.

Derrick Mangin

2019-05

Excellent selection as compared to many other country stores in my area. The building is much larger inside than it appears when you first pull up.The staff is very knowledgeable and is always able to answer my questions. Each of the employees specializes in different livestock, rather than having a vague generalized knowledge. This diverse level of expertise allows them to better guide me in the right direction depending on my unique situation.

Edward LeStage

2019-05

Always a great experience! Very friendly and helpful. If there's something you want they don't have, they will do what they can to get it. Once a year they do chick day. If you plan on getting chickens, this is the place. They have an amazing variety. Recommend getting there as early as possible, at least a couple of hours. Employees are very knowledgeable so if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. If you need feed or hay they have it. You don't have to carry it either. Just make sure to let them know at the register and they will radio it out to the warehouse and they take it to your vehicle. They have a great section for food preservation, a decent book section for the DIYer, a good selection for bovine and equine care from tack to vaccines, along with administering equipment. If your into bee keeping or starting out with it they have the basics to get you going. Never a bad experience, awesome family business!

Cod Murr

2023-09

Hawthorne is amazing amazing advice for newb like me amazing products and if they don't have it, they'll help you get.I wanted chickens they walked me through the process they helped me purchase the right chickens for me. Explain the process of raising chicks and they answer the phone every time I call. I couldn't ask for a better feed store.

Bee Man Dan

2021-05

It's like going to a petting zoo...until you bring the zoo home with you 😂 Been going here for years, I basically refuse to go anywhere else. Love the staff, love Heather and all the stuff she finds for homesteaders. Prices are great, selection phenomenal to boot.

Rick DeBaan

2024-03

Large variety of items for all sorts of animals. Interesting selection of clothing. Historical items and pictures and information throughout the store.

Perla (kitty)

2021-05

This place is great! Selection of supplies, products and goodies are great, specially farm animals!! I brought this little guy home the last time I was there! He's so happy and healthy and we all love him so much! We named him Zenith!Thank you!

Dz Larsen

2023-05

This place is AWESOME! Coolest stuff around & unique gifts. Large selection of hanging bird feeders & misc yard decor. Super feed store - well stocked, well organized, friendly & knowledgeable employees and a fun place to bring the kids - baby chicks, ducks & turkeys in open displays. Last time I was there, they had chinchillas! Fun trip for the whole family - even friendly pets would enjoy it & are welcome

Brian Tuey

2020-05

There are so many interesting things to see and buy for your pets here. I'll have to go back when I get a chance to spend more time!

Tony Aloy

2020-05

Always fun to stop by Hawthorne's... After picking up the essentials head out to the back and visit the animals. La Mancha goats, pot belly pigs (with nursing piglets!) and wide variety of birds and chickens. The staff is helpful and knowledgeable... If they don't have exactly what you need they will order for you.

Jordan Welch

2017-05

They are always helpful and so nice! I love coming here for all my farm animal and pet needs! I got all my hens from here and they were here to help me every step of the way

C J

2023-08

I delivered here a few weeks ago. If you call ahead, they will set out cones where they want you to park to unload. Unloading is on the street in front of the store. Unloading took about an hour once they got started. (53-foot dry van) Staff is great to deal with.

Ruth Weiss

2024-04

They are always friendly and load my stuff.Win!!!

Brad Kloss

2024-04

Great staff and wide variety of products

Sean Godos

2020-05

Very polite staff, as a city guy I was happy to see all the chickens and I even met a friendly goat.

Randy Kielan

2022-05

Totally a great experience.This store has a great selection of everything from grooming supplies for your horses, Western apparel, unique garden supplies, seeds, and an enticing selection of unique sodas. They also have helpful staff to assist you and offer special orders for items that they may not have. Love this place

Pamela Wolff

2023-05

If you have a small farm or ranch this store is for you. From chickens and birds to horses to dogs and cats to bees, they've got it. They've got supplies for canning and preserving. And clothing. The folks who work there are knowledgeable and friendly. I'm sure I missed something so you just have to go check it out.

Willie A

2023-12

Looking for fresh Alfa Alfa hay and great customer service come see these guys.

mary grimes

2023-10

They are so helpful every time I have questions about my pet's needs. Very affordable and excellent quality hay.

Lisa Bartholomew

2023-05

Great duck food, bird and squirrel food. I take a look around at all the cute country trinkets and gifts and then head outside to see their variety of animals and birds. Been coming here all my life.

Amanda C

2023-05

I love this family owned feed store and will continue to shop here. They do have a hard time keeping some feeds in stock (really a supplier issue not their fault) but are always willing to help find alternatives or keep a stock on hand for you if you tell them how much you need.

Jennifer Folsom

2023-05

We appreciate having this store in town. We get all our hay here.

ade Naz

2023-05

It's true what they say about one rotten apple spoiling the barrel. My daughter and I walked in and immediately had a great conversation with one of the employees tending to the baby chicks, he had great information and suggestions on how to care for our egg laying chickens and our freeloaders too. We proceeded to look around the store and when we were ready to choose the feed I looked to the girls in the open office area, two were eating, one was helping a customer and the other was drinking her power aid. I asked, in their general vicinity where I might find the chicken feed. The girl drinking the power aid replied with an attitude, and rolling of her eyes "what kind?" Well that caught me off guard! I had noticed that these girls were not the friendliest but I didn't expect rudeness. The more questions I asked, the slower she spoke...as though I didn't speak English (I am Mexican) and she thought repeating herself slower would give credence to the same inadequate information she was imparting. I tried to be patient and not respond in kind but Dang it if it's not hard, it doesn't take much to be nice. Let's just say I finished my transaction without being as kind to her as I started out to be. Obviously, she realized she had been a jerk at this point. The guy that brought the chicken feed and put it in my trunk was super nice. I don't think I'll come back to this location though. On the way out my daughter said Dang mom you kept it cool, I would have gone off on her. Lol.

Marjorie Gundert

2023-05

I love this feed store! Not only do they have the food that I need for my pets, but they’re very friendly, helpful, and they have animals both inside and out back (a small zoo, so to speak) 🤩. Also their rustic decor from the outside is very western looking, and is reminiscent of Knott’s Berry Farm 😄.

Andrea M

2023-05

Awesome decor, environment and staff. My only issue with the establishment is the fact that it is very hard to find an employee to help you. Cute animals and good supplies, friendly staff too.

Jacanita Harris

2020-05

Parking is small but the stop was absolutely worth it. They had canning supplies in stock that no one else had. Cute store, fun to look around and see the different areas. They stock a variety of items for lots of hobbies: beekeeping, cheesemaking, horses, raising chickens, etc** I will say that the building is awesome, I knew it was old but not that old. Love the charm and character it has. Looking forward to our next visit.