Why Grass/Hay is good for Rabbit’s Teeth
Friday, October 7th, 2011
Look at grass under the microscope to see how its structure helps to wear down rabbit’s teeth and prevent dental disease.
Look at grass under the microscope to see how its structure helps to wear down rabbit’s teeth and prevent dental disease.
Rabbit food manufacturers inundate us with colourful labels that promise to keep our rabbit happy and healthy by providing foods that are ‘complete’, ‘natural’ and ‘full of vitamins’ but some foods are much to low in fibre and some companies don’t even mention the need to feed grass or hay (the most natural and important component of a rabbits diet).
How many rabbit owners cut their grass, throw away the clippings, and then go out and buy hay for their rabbit? On the left of the picture is a bowl of grass – I’ve been cutting one each day since the grass started growing this spring. It’s totally free. On the right is a bag ... Read More
This is the mess that greeted me this morning when I went to investigate the odd banging sounds coming from the kitchen: Can you spot Scamp? No, me neither, that would be because he’s sitting under the work top in the veg rack practising his “Who me?” face. The onions are safe (removed after the ... Read More
The lovely warm weather has the grass growing like crazy. I’ve been picking a bowl a day. The rabbits love it, it’s good for their tummies & teeth, and the more fresh grass they eat the less hay I have to buy! If your bunnies aren’t used to grass remember to introduce it gradually and ... Read More