Scatter-feed in the hay
Instead of a bowl, the small daily pellet portion is sprinkled through the hay, so your rabbit has to search for it.
What you need
- Hay (rabbits)
- Your pet's regular food or kibble
How to do it
- Put a generous pile of fresh hay in the run or play area, or tuck it into a few boxes or tubes.
- Sprinkle the day's small pellet ration through the hay rather than putting it in a bowl.
- Let your rabbit dig and search through the hay to find the pellets.
- Replace soiled hay daily.
⚠️ Safety
Supervision: Safe to leave once your pet knows it.
Keep pellets to the usual small daily ration; hay should still make up most of the diet. Use good-quality hay.
👀 What to watch for
If pellets are being left behind, use a smaller area at first.
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