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How many times a day should i feed my rabbit pellets and what times are best Also should i just let it have unlimited hay and a few vegetables here and there?
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Just once a day, but leave the food in all day and night. Give it about 1 tablespoon of feed per pound that your rabbit weighs. Unlimmeted hay is good, and just a little bit of fruit or vegetables once a day. Make sure not to give your rabbit iceberg lettuce. Berries, celery, kale and parsley and other lettuces are ok. Also, small pieces of apple or pineapple are ok.
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Do rabbits need to eat rabbit pellets or can they eat raw and fresh vegetables?
Pellets give the rabbit fiber and nutrients. You need to give your baby rabbits pellets. It is needed in adults but not needed as much. Vegetables are also important but try not to give your rabbit too much veggies. Make sure to give them plenty of hay.
When can bunnies have rabbit pellets?
Baby rabbits can start nibbling on pellets as they wean. Once they're weaned, they can have unlimited all-you-can-eat access to pellets, hay, and water. Between 7 and 12 months old, rabbits should transition to an adult diet, which means limited pellets (around 1/4 to 1/2 cup for a 6 pound rabbit), a daily "salad" of dark leafy greens, and unlimited hay and water. Always make diet changes gradually or else you can make the rabbit sick. See the related questions below for details and helpful links.
Can rabbits eat uncooked rice?
No, rabbits should not eat uncooked rice regularly. While a small amount will not harm your rabbit, the majority of their diet should be hay, pellets, and fresh vegetables.
Can rabbits eat straw?
yes, they can, as straw is better for bedding than 1/2 food.you should feed your rabbit about 50% of the daily food should be hay/timothy hay/alfalfa hay (for pregnant or growing rabbits). and the other 50% should be 16-18% rabbit feed (pellets).feed resource's:*no food, cant get to the store today?answer: feed your rabbit 1 handful (NO MORE) cracked corn or oat meal (UN cooked). this should no be continued for more than 2 days!* what type of pellets should be fed?answer: -16% rabbit pellets: before shows or to slim down your rabbit.- 17% rabbit pellets: casual feed.- 18% rabbit pellets: fatten up your rabbit.*what type of hay?answer: alfalfa: pregnant or growing rabbitstimothy: to fatten up rabbitnormal 1st cut hay: casual hay feed.ALWAYS FEED YOU RABBIT TREATS AND FRUIT/ VEGGIES DAILY!thank you
How much should a rabbit eat pellets?
Doesn't this depend on the weight of your Rabbit? It should say on the packaging it does for my dog! :)
How should I feed my rabbit vegetables when she absolutely hates them?
If your rabbit hates vegetables, try leafy greens. If she won't eat leafy greens, buy commercial rabbit pellets to feed her.
Is Oxbow Bunny Basics 15 23 Rabbit Food vegetarian?
Yes, rabbits are vegetarians. All rabbit pellets should be made of diced vegetables and fruit.
Do rabbits need to eat rabbit pellets or can they eat raw and fresh vegetables?
Pellets give the rabbit fiber and nutrients. You need to give your baby rabbits pellets. It is needed in adults but not needed as much. Vegetables are also important but try not to give your rabbit too much veggies. Make sure to give them plenty of hay.
When can bunnies have rabbit pellets?
Baby rabbits can start nibbling on pellets as they wean. Once they're weaned, they can have unlimited all-you-can-eat access to pellets, hay, and water. Between 7 and 12 months old, rabbits should transition to an adult diet, which means limited pellets (around 1/4 to 1/2 cup for a 6 pound rabbit), a daily "salad" of dark leafy greens, and unlimited hay and water. Always make diet changes gradually or else you can make the rabbit sick. See the related questions below for details and helpful links.
What are the nutritional requirements for a rabbit?
Rabbits should have a constant supply of timothy hay along with two small servings of pellets every day. Greens, fruits, and vegetables should be given on occasion.
How does a rabbit get food?
Wild rabbits eat any edible grass or plant material they can find during dawn and dusk (that is when they are most active). Domestic rabbits should eat rabbit pellets, hay, fruit, and vegetables.
Do you have to feed your new rabbit the same food as it was eating at the pet shop?
In the long term, no, you don't have to feed your rabbit what it was fed in its previous home (pet shop or otherwise). However, any sudden change in your rabbit's diet -- even a change for the better -- can lead to digestive illness. Changes should be gradual, and as you make changes you should closely observe your rabbit for signs of ill health (diarrhea or mushy feces, gas, signs of pain). Rabbits should eat high-quality pellets (rabbit mix) and fresh greens (e.g. dark-coloured lettuces); some other vegetables and fruits are okay as treats (e.g. carrot, cabbage). If you're plannning on switching pellets, start out with just a bit of the new pellets mixed in, then over a week or two slowly increase the amount of new pellets in the mix (and decrease old pellets). New vegetables and fruits should be given in small portions at first, and singly (not in combo with other new veg). Rabbits should also have unlimited 24/7 access to fresh hay and water. Even if these are new for your rabbit, don't limit them because your rabbit needs them to be healthy. If you find your rabbit isn't eating hay or drinking water, seek veterinary assistance. See the related question below for details and links about the rabbit diet.
Can rabbits eat noodles?
No, rabbits can't eat noodles, but if you do they wouldn't eat it or they would eat it and choke and die. _________ Vegetables, fresh grass and unlimited hay should make up the bulk of a rabbit's diet. Fruits for treats. Avoid beans, potatoes, cauliflower, cabbage, rhubarb. No noodles. Supplement with pellets, but they are mostly for commercial production of rabbits and are very high in calories. They also do not promote healthy digestion as well as fresh vegetables. If your rabbit has not had fresh vegetables, introduce them in small quantities and one at a time; problem vegetables can then be eliminated from the diet.
How many times a day should you feed a rabbit if it is one month old?
After three weeks of age, the baby rabbit, or kit, will begin nibbling on alfalfa hay and pellets. By 7 weeks of age, baby rabbits can handle unlimited access to pellets and alfalfa hay in addition to mother's milk. Kits are usually weaned from their mother's milk by 8 weeks of age, depending on the breed. Between weaning and 7 months of age, the young rabbit can have an unlimited amount of pellets and alfalfa hay. At 3 months of age, start introducing small amounts of vegetables into your rabbit's diet. Introduce one vegetable at a time. If any vegetable seems to cause digestive problems, avoid feeding it in the future. Young adult rabbits from age 7 months to 1 year should be introduced to timothy, grass hays, and/or oat hay, and it should be available all day long. The fiber in the hay is essential for their digestive systems to work properly. At this point, they will require little alfalfa hay, as well as fewer pellets. Alfalfa hay has more calories and calcium than rabbits need at this stage of development, and the high calorie content of pellets can also begin to cause weight problems. Instead of offering unlimited pellets, a good rule of thumb is 1/2 cup of pellets per 6 lbs. of body weight daily. To make up for the nutritional loss, you must increase your rabbit's intake of vegetables and hay. You can feed your rabbit some fruits during this stage, but because of calories, limit them to no more than 1-2 ounces per 6 pounds of body weight daily.
What should a rabbit's basic diet consist of?
rabbit feed pellets. you can give them a peice of fruit or vegetables when they're grown as a treat.Most importantly: fresh hay and water. Hay is the best way to prevent many rabbit illnesses and diseases. Certain fresh leafy greens are also good in a daily "salad"; but all other fruits and vegetables should be considered treats.See the related question below for details about a healthy rabbit diet.
How can you make a homemade rabbit feed?
A lot of science goes into the formulation of dried pelleted rabbit feed. It is not recommended to make your own rabbit feed at home. In addition to high-quality pellets, rabbit should eat fresh leafy greens, and they should have unlimited access to hay and water. See the related question below for more details and helpful links.
How old does a rabbit has to be to eat rabbit food from the store?
Once a rabbit is weaned, it can have unlimited access to rabbit pellets (rabbit food from the store). Between 8 and 12 months of age, it should gradually switch from the juvenile diet to adult portion sizes (2-4 tablespoons per day per 5 pounds of body weight).Not all rabbit pellets sold in the store are healthy. Many are too high in fat and protein for a pet rabbit. Read the labels to find a healthy brand. Some things to look for:- Plain pellets (no added seeds, nuts, dried fruit or vegetables, or grains)- No animal fats or any animal products- 18% minimum fibre- 12-14% protein for adults; juveniles can have up to 16%- 0.5-1% calcium- 1-2% fat for adults; juveniles can have up to 3%Rabbits of all ages should also have unlimited access to hay. Hay is important for a rabbit's dental health, digestive health, and mental health (it keeps them entertained). Juveniles can have alfalfa hay, but alfalfa isn't recommended for healthy adults. Adult rabbits should have grass hay instead, like timothy.Rabbits can also have some vegetables and fruits. See the related questions below for more details and helpful links about the rabbit diet.
