What kind of pellets can rabbits eat?

A domestic rabbit should eat any brand of rabbit pellet. Some brands are better than others. The main thing is to make sure they get Rabbit Pellets, not other animal pellets.

Not just any brand is fine. Lots of them are too high in protein and fat, and too low in fibre.

Avoid "muesli" pellets (ones mixed with seeds, grains, nuts, dried fruit or veg, etc). These are too fatty for rabbits; also, some rabbits will root through and only eat the good parts, and then they won't get the full balance of nutrients. Look for "extruded" pellets instead (these are plain pellets).

Then, to find a good pellet, you have to read the nutritional info on the label. This is what you want for a normal, healthy adult pet rabbit:

• Fibre should be 18% minimum
• Protein between 12-14%
• Fat between 1-2% and no animal fats
• Calcium between 0.5-1%

Baby rabbits (under 1 year) can have higher levels of protein, calcium, and fat than adults.

*Always consider your rabbit's individual health needs when determining its diet.*

Portions: Pellets should be limited to, roughly speaking, 1/8-1/4cup daily for an adult 5lb rabbit. Baby rabbits should have unlimited access to pellets.

Make sure you also feed plenty of hay 24/7! Hay is roughage (or fibre). Hay (a good quality hay free of weeds and chemicals) should be fed daily. Fresh greens should also be a part of your rabbit's daily diet.

See the related questions below for more info and links about rabbit diet.