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I have especially chosen these products which I believe are the best for your rabbits.  I have left out products that I have tried and found unsatisfactory, such as certain rabbit cages, and products which are unnecessary, such as salt spools.  I have included products I have tried or those that I have researched and feel will meet your satisfaction.  Items on this page are offered through

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All Living Things(reg) Water Bottles for Small Animals Rabbit (32 oz)

 All Living Things(reg) Water Bottles for Small Animals Rabbit (32 oz)

You have three basic options for feeding your rabbit water:  water bottles, crocks, and automatic watering systems.  The automatic systems are suitable for larger herds of rabbits.  The crocks are easy to clean and fill, and no rabbit has trouble drinking from them.  But they can tip over or be easily soiled.  Plus, using crocks can contribute to moist dermatitis under the neck.  Water bottles are generally more sanitary, but harder to clean.  Occasionally they drip.  Most rabbits can learn to use them quite easily.  Even though the bottle holds more than your rabbit will drink in a day, make sure you change the water daily anyway.

 

 

Kaytee FortiDiet for Rabbits

 Kaytee FortiDiet for Rabbits - available in 5 lbs. or 10 lbs.

Okay, let's be honest.  Reading the ingredients on rabbit feed is like reading Greek.  What is all of this stuff anyway?  If you want to know more about feed in detail, you might either research the ingredients on the internet or check out my blog post:

The Nature Trail Rabbitry BLOG: What's In Your Feed?

As for the Kaytee Forti-Diet, I like the fact that the first ingredient is alfalfa.  I see yucca and probiotics in the feed.  I'm not crazy about corn in rabbit feed or too much molasses.  The molasses does make it more palatable, however.  The protein, 17%, is best suited for medium breeds and wooled rabbits (e.g., jersey woolies or angoras).  However, fed with daily hay, it should be safe for all breeds.  Just don't overdo the treats.

 

 

 All Living Things(reg) Small Animal Sifter Feeder

 All Living Things(reg) Small Animal Sifter Feeder

I use J-feeders in my barn, though mine are not quite as nice as this one.  The important function is that it allows "fines" or feed dust to fall out so that your rabbit's feed is not as dusty.  These feed fines can cause respiratory problems in rabbits. 

The problem with such feeders is that owners are tempted to fill up the feeder and not refill it until the rabbit has emptied it.  You should only do this on a rare occasion such as when you will be gone for a weekend and you want to make things easy for whoever is looking in on your animals. 

On a normal basis, your rabbit's feed should be stored in an airtight container and fed fresh daily. 

Since the feed goes through your cage wall, the j-feeder does add the convenience of allow you to feed your rabbit without opening the cage door.  However, don't be tempted to scrimp on one-on-one time with your bunny!

   Mardel Dritail for Small Animals

I'm not a vet, so I don't want to start advising about medications, but I can say that a number of breeders do use this product.  Diarrhea is a serious condition in rabbits.  Consult your vet any time your rabbit refuses to eat, has any diarrhea, or has behavior that concerns you in any way.

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