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A rabbit's diet should consist of pellets, fresh hay, water and fresh vegetables. Pellets should be high in fibre (minimum of 18%) and should make up less of a rabbit's diet as it grows older. Timothy pellets are a healthier alternative to alfalfa pellets. Avoid feed which contain dried bananas, nuts and seeds. These products are too high in sugar and carbohydrates and can cause digestive problems.
Timothy or other grass hay is ideal as they promote optimum digestive health with its high fibre content. Hay should be available to your rabbit 24 hours a day. A "mix" of recommended hays provides the healthiest diet for your bunny and can be purchased from many pet shops.
As another staple of the rabbit diet, the average 6-pound rabbit should eat 2 or more cups of fresh vegetables a day. Give a variety of vegetables. Look for dark leafy vegetables and root vegetables. Stay away from beans and potatoes of all sorts. |
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