October 18, 2009 – 1:08 pm
Rabbit Food NO-NO’S (foods that never should be given to pet rabbits)
No Chocolate (poisonous!)
Cookies
Crackers
Breakfast Cereal
Yogurt Drops
Pasta
Bread
Most “human†treats
At the bottom of the rabbit food pyramid is hay. Choices for hay include Timothy hay, Orchard Grass, Oat Hay and Brome. Only very small amounts of Alfalfa should be given. Hap is the staple of your rabbit’s [...]
September 4, 2009 – 7:58 pm
It is important to understand the nature of rabbits so that their wants and habits are known and attended to.
Often, rabbits are purchased for children and are considered to be a lessor responsibility than a cat or dog. This can be similar to an impulse purchase to in response to a child’s request. Baby rabbits [...]
August 24, 2009 – 12:00 am
If you ever wonder what food you shouldn�t give to your overweight rabbit, then you are not alone. Rabbits will munch on any type of food that you give them, but foods that seem ok for your rabbit may be increasing his weight. The biggest challenge for obese rabbit owners is checking the ingredients to [...]
Carrots Alone Just Won’t Do the Trick
Contrary to the popular folklore, feeding your rabbit carrots for breakfast, lunch and dinner is just plain unhealthy. Just like people, rabbits enjoy a good well-rounded meal. A nice mix of hay, pellets and fresh vegetables as well as fresh water will make your rabbit healthy and hippitedy hop [...]