Essentials
HAY HAY HAY
Hay is 80% of a bunnies diet, they must have hay daily, the fibre in hay takes care of the bunnies digestive system and prevents bloat an gi stasis.
Hay is also required to prevent teeth from over growing, bunnies teeth don't stop growing, this is a fact.
I can not stress this enough ALWAYS provide generous amounts of hay to your bunny. More information on teeth on next page.
VEGETABLES
Your bunny will also require veg such as broccoli, carrots ( in moderation as high in sugar) dandelion greens and small amounts of cabbage/sprouts, spring greens, cauliflower and leaves, curly kale, fennel, parsnip,radish tops, occasional spinach, celery and leaves.
Veg is not required daily a few times a week is sufficient.
HERBS
Some bunnies enjoy herbs too such as basil, coriander, dill, thyme, rosemary, mint and sage
Fruits
Fruits are a great treat but only in moderation due to being high in sugar, a little treat now and then will do no harm. Fruits such as banana, apple, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries and the leaves are all a tasty treat.
AVOID
Iceberg, tomatos, onions, potatoes, beans, bamboo and chocolate ( this is poision to bunnies )
Some garden plants are also harmful to bunnies such as Lilys, Boston ivy, Bull Nettle, Buttercup Leaves, Daffodil bulbs, Dasiy, Jasmine, Nutmeg, poppy, Sweet Potato, Tulips, Yucca plus many more so please do your research, more information can be found online.
THE ESSENTIAL BUNNY TACK
You will also need
* Carry box for vet trips
* Grooming brushes
* Nail clippers ( I also do nails for a small charge if this is required )
* Dustpan and brush for cleaning along with a safe distinfectant suitable for animals, please ask for details on products.
* xeno 450 mite and parasite treatment
* Panacure worming treatment
* Fly guard spray ( useful in the warmer months)
If you are ever concerned for your bunnys health please consult a vet!
SIGNS OF A SICK BUNNY
Bunnys are very good at hiding sickness or health problems, if your bunny isn't eating or drinking, making a grinding noise or change in behaviour such as quiet and aggressive, these are some clues to your bunny needing a vet.
Its wise to keep check on teeth too, I can show you how to do this.
Hay is 80% of a bunnies diet, they must have hay daily, the fibre in hay takes care of the bunnies digestive system and prevents bloat an gi stasis.
Hay is also required to prevent teeth from over growing, bunnies teeth don't stop growing, this is a fact.
I can not stress this enough ALWAYS provide generous amounts of hay to your bunny. More information on teeth on next page.
VEGETABLES
Your bunny will also require veg such as broccoli, carrots ( in moderation as high in sugar) dandelion greens and small amounts of cabbage/sprouts, spring greens, cauliflower and leaves, curly kale, fennel, parsnip,radish tops, occasional spinach, celery and leaves.
Veg is not required daily a few times a week is sufficient.
HERBS
Some bunnies enjoy herbs too such as basil, coriander, dill, thyme, rosemary, mint and sage
Fruits
Fruits are a great treat but only in moderation due to being high in sugar, a little treat now and then will do no harm. Fruits such as banana, apple, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries and the leaves are all a tasty treat.
AVOID
Iceberg, tomatos, onions, potatoes, beans, bamboo and chocolate ( this is poision to bunnies )
Some garden plants are also harmful to bunnies such as Lilys, Boston ivy, Bull Nettle, Buttercup Leaves, Daffodil bulbs, Dasiy, Jasmine, Nutmeg, poppy, Sweet Potato, Tulips, Yucca plus many more so please do your research, more information can be found online.
THE ESSENTIAL BUNNY TACK
You will also need
* Carry box for vet trips
* Grooming brushes
* Nail clippers ( I also do nails for a small charge if this is required )
* Dustpan and brush for cleaning along with a safe distinfectant suitable for animals, please ask for details on products.
* xeno 450 mite and parasite treatment
* Panacure worming treatment
* Fly guard spray ( useful in the warmer months)
If you are ever concerned for your bunnys health please consult a vet!
SIGNS OF A SICK BUNNY
Bunnys are very good at hiding sickness or health problems, if your bunny isn't eating or drinking, making a grinding noise or change in behaviour such as quiet and aggressive, these are some clues to your bunny needing a vet.
Its wise to keep check on teeth too, I can show you how to do this.