As a new rabbit owner, it can be difficult to know what type of hay is best for your rabbit.  There are two main common types of hay for rabbits:  Alfalfa and Timothy Hay.  Both of these types of hay are great for rabbits, but it is important to give your rabbit a certain type of hay at different ages.  Giving your rabbit the wrong kind of hay can cause your rabbit to become overweight and unhealthy. 

If you have a rabbit that is less than six months old or a pregnant rabbit, it is recommended that you feed your rabbit alfalfa hay.  Alfalfa hay is great for growing rabbits, however, your rabbit should be gradually taken off of alfalfa hay after he or she reaches 6 months old.  Kaytee Alfalfa Cubes is alfalfa hay in a convenient cube form and stays cleaner in the cage.  Place a cube in your rabbit’s food bowl or in a hay rack to help keep it cleaner and fresher. 

If your rabbit is over six months, start giving your rabbit Timothy hay like the Timothy Hay Daily Diet for Adult Rabbits.  This nutritious daily diet is recommended for rabbits that are over eight months old and comes in a convenient pellet form.  It also contains a variety of tasty ingredients that give the Timothy hay great flavor and makes it more irresistible to your rabbit.

No matter which type of hay you choose to feed your rabbit, make sure that you only give your rabbit hay that smells and looks fresh.  Giving your rabbit moldy hay can lead to other health problems and can make your rabbit sick.  It is a good idea to discard any hay when your rabbit is finished to help prevent your rabbit from getting sick. For a great selection of hay for rabbits, check out RabbitMart.