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  • VGP - Crossroads Animal Clinic - MO
  • 7523 W Farm Road 170,
  • Republic,
  • Missouri,
  • 65738
  • Phone: 555-555-5555

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Rabbits + Diet & Nutrition

  • Rabbits are herbivores and are considered grazers. Rabbits should have a daily diet of mostly hay, a smaller amount of fresh vegetables, and a limited number of pellets. Hay is the most important part of a rabbit's daily intake. Over-feeding pellets is a common cause of obesity and soft stool. Rabbits must be fed and provided with fresh water daily. Hay should always be available. A pet rabbit's diet should be supplemented with a variety of leafy green vegetables every day. The high sugar content in fruits (and even carrots) may upset the normal GI tract bacteria if given in excess.