Eating a healthy diet is very important for the health of our pet rabbits to help them maintain health and stave off disease.
A rabbit’s diet should consist of:
Rabbits are herbivores, so unlimited, good-quality hay is the foundation of a healthy diet for them, providing most of the nutrients they need. Good quality hay (such as Timothy hay or meadow hay) should be dry and free from contaminants such as foreign objects, grit, dust, and mould.
Below are examples of safe leafy green and veg options for your rabbit, a small portion of a variety (ideally 5-6 different types) of these can be included in the diet.
Pellets are an important part of a rabbit’s diet to provide a balance of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Pellets are preferred to muesli style diets as they prevent selective feeding, ensuring your rabbit gets all the benefit they need from their food. Overfeeding pellets can lead to obesity and consequently a myriad of health complications. Ensuring that your rabbit’s diet is balanced, and pellets make up only 5% of their daily dietary intake is crucial.
Fruits are reserved for treats as they are high in sugar. Your rabbit can enjoy a slice of fruit, or the orange part of one carrot, but it should be an occasional treat of no more than once or twice a week.
Human foods or foods high in sugars and carbohydrates such as corn, legumes and grains should never be fed, along with high-fat treats such as barley rings which are extremely calorie-dense and promote obesity as well as other health problems. Lawn clippings ferment very quickly and can be extremely harmful to rabbits so also should never be fed.
Hay should be the staple of a rabbit's diet to keep them healthy. Rabbits have different needs depending on their age, overall health, and whether they are pregnant or nursing young. Ask your vet for advice on suitable diets for your rabbit.
Eating a healthy diet is very important for the health of our pet rabbits to help them maintain health and stave off disease.
A rabbit’s diet should consist of:
Rabbits are herbivores, so unlimited, good-quality hay is the foundation of a healthy diet for them, providing most of the nutrients they need. Good quality hay (such as Timothy hay or meadow hay) should be dry and free from contaminants such as foreign objects, grit, dust, and mould.
Below are examples of safe leafy green and veg options for your rabbit, a small portion of a variety (ideally 5-6 different types) of these can be included in the diet.
Pellets are an important part of a rabbit’s diet to provide a balance of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Pellets are preferred to muesli style diets as they prevent selective feeding, ensuring your rabbit gets all the benefit they need from their food. Overfeeding pellets can lead to obesity and consequently a myriad of health complications. Ensuring that your rabbit’s diet is balanced, and pellets make up only 5% of their daily dietary intake is crucial.
Fruits are reserved for treats as they are high in sugar. Your rabbit can enjoy a slice of fruit, or the orange part of one carrot, but it should be an occasional treat of no more than once or twice a week.
Human foods or foods high in sugars and carbohydrates such as corn, legumes and grains should never be fed, along with high-fat treats such as barley rings which are extremely calorie-dense and promote obesity as well as other health problems. Lawn clippings ferment very quickly and can be extremely harmful to rabbits so also should never be fed.
Hay should be the staple of a rabbit's diet to keep them healthy. Rabbits have different needs depending on their age, overall health, and whether they are pregnant or nursing young. Ask your vet for advice on suitable diets for your rabbit.
Eating a healthy diet is very important for the health of our pet rabbits to help them maintain health and stave off disease.
A rabbit’s diet should consist of:
Rabbits are herbivores, so unlimited, good-quality hay is the foundation of a healthy diet for them, providing most of the nutrients they need. Good quality hay (such as Timothy hay or meadow hay) should be dry and free from contaminants such as foreign objects, grit, dust, and mould.
Below are examples of safe leafy green and veg options for your rabbit, a small portion of a variety (ideally 5-6 different types) of these can be included in the diet.
Pellets are an important part of a rabbit’s diet to provide a balance of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Pellets are preferred to muesli style diets as they prevent selective feeding, ensuring your rabbit gets all the benefit they need from their food. Overfeeding pellets can lead to obesity and consequently a myriad of health complications. Ensuring that your rabbit’s diet is balanced, and pellets make up only 5% of their daily dietary intake is crucial.
Fruits are reserved for treats as they are high in sugar. Your rabbit can enjoy a slice of fruit, or the orange part of one carrot, but it should be an occasional treat of no more than once or twice a week.
Human foods or foods high in sugars and carbohydrates such as corn, legumes and grains should never be fed, along with high-fat treats such as barley rings which are extremely calorie-dense and promote obesity as well as other health problems. Lawn clippings ferment very quickly and can be extremely harmful to rabbits so also should never be fed.
Hay should be the staple of a rabbit's diet to keep them healthy. Rabbits have different needs depending on their age, overall health, and whether they are pregnant or nursing young. Ask your vet for advice on suitable diets for your rabbit.