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15
DEC
2023
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Hay produced in South Africa are traditionally sun-dried whilst leading hay manufacturers such as Newhay and Bunny Nature are using the latest developments in technology to produce high quality feeding hay.
Newhay timothy hay has earned the well-deserved reputation as the gold standard for feeding rabbits, guinea pigs and chinchillas. After all, it’s high in fiber with the perfect ratio of nutrients for maintenance. Newhay timothy hay boasts a protein content of 12% compared to regular timothy hay (7% protein) from other producers. Timothy is also not the only grass hay on the block.
Bunny Nature meadow hay from nature conservation areas in Germany are also becoming very popular to feed small pets in South Africa because it contains a wide diversity of plants. Even the best drying method cannot significantly improve hay quality if the basis is not right.
A good meadow with grasses, clover and meadow herbs is, in addition to the optimal cutting time, t.. [More]
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Why Is Machine Dried Imported Hay More Nutritious And Palatable Than Local Hay in South Africa? Rabbit Food South Africa , Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Chinchilla Food South Africa
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22
OCT
2023
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In the wild, their eating habits include grass, tree bark and twigs. Our pets need a similar fibre-filled diet from a range of sources. Treats must only be provided in moderation, but you don’t have to go down the route of a sugary, unhealthy snack.
Treats should be packed full of fibre and should include ingredients they would find in the wild. Bunny Nature BOTANICALS consists of many unique plant, flower and herbal mixtures that was carefully developed by veterinarians. Only the best plant components, which are pure and intense in flavour, are being used.
These BOTANICALS are available in various delicious flavours that can be either fed as a snack to greatly enrich the daily diet, or it can be merged into a complete diet.
A feeding table prepared by veterinarians helps in a simple way. So: for a complete diet, take one of the varieties of BOTANICALS MAXI MIX and combine it with a BOTANICALS MID-MIX variety and feed the necessary VITAMINS as a snack.
It&ls.. [More]
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What Are Health Benefits of Bunny Nature Botanicals? Rabbit Health Food South Africa , Healthy Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Chinchilla Food South Africa , Degus Food South Africa
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11
AUG
2023
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Rabbits and guinea pigs are herbivores and need a plant-based diet with lots of fibre to keep their digestive system healthy. Along with their pellets and a few healthy treats make sure your small pets have unlimited access to good quality, dust extracted feeding hay and fresh grass to graze on.
In the wild, their eating habits include grass, tree bark and twigs. Our pets need a similar fibre-filled diet from a range of sources. Treats must only be provided in moderation, but you don’t have to go down the route of a sugary, unhealthy snack.
Treats should be packed full of fibre and should include ingredients they would find in the wild. You can find delicious snacks made from natural ingredients such as variety of wild grass, herbs and flowers such as the Bunny Nature Botanicals mixes.
Treats can also be a good way of knowing if your pet is sick. If you know their favourite food and they always come running out to get their daily treat, you’ll know there .. [More]
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What Is Best Healthy Treats For Rabbits & Guinea Pigs That Is Rich In Fibre , Pet Rabbit Food Snacks South Africa , Guinea Pig Food Treats South Africa , Chinchilla Food Treats South Africa
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19
FEB
2023
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Pet Habitat has been appointed exclusive distributor for Bunny Nature products in South Africa. Bunny Nature is a German company established out of love for pets. To this day, Bunny Nature’s goal is to provide small rodents with optimal nutrition specifically adapted to the nutritional needs of the specific animal.
The first 40ft container of BUNNY NATURE premium TIMOTHY HAY and BOTANICALS small animal SNACKS arrived in May 2023 in South Africa.
The pursuit of happiness is something that all people share. And the pursuit of happiness for our pets also brings us together. Happiness begins with the right balanced diet. It is the start of everything.
Pets that are fed the right diet for their species are happy and healthy. Pets that are fed the right diet for their behaviour are happy and healthy. And animals that have no need to worry about their next meal are happy and healthy. That takes us directly to Bunny Nature's lucky formula.
The Bunny Na.. [More]
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Pet Habitat Appointed Distributor for Bunny Nature in South Africa , Pet Habitat Distributes Bunny Nature in South Africa , Pet Rabbit Food South Africa , Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Chinchilla Food So
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27
MAY
2016
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There is a major problem in South Africa where so many pet stores, breeders and pet owners don’t realize that feeding muesli foods can kill pet rabbits, guinea pigs and chinchillas, according to latest scientific research.
Their attitude is that they have been feeding these foods for many years and their pets seem to be okay. They seem to turn a blind eye to any new scientific studies or recent changes in feeding guidelines announced by animal welfare organizations or FEDIAF.
The two year scientific study on the 200 rabbits by Professor Anne Meredith from University of Edinburgh made headline news all over the world in June 2013. The results from this study proved to the pet industry that feeding any type of muesli food (dry mixes) including pellets can have fatal consequences. This research is supported by every animal welfare organization thoughout the world including the RSPCA, PDSA, Blue Cross, Wood Green, RWAF and FEDIAF (European Pet Food Industry Fede.. [More]
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Muesli Can Kill Pet Rabbits & Guinea Pigs , Dangers of Feeding Muesli To Rabbits & Guinea Pigs , Pet Rabbit Food South Africa , Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Chinchilla Food South Africa
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29
MAR
2015
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Pellets are a smaller but important part of your guinea pig, chinchilla or rabbit's diet. They are designed to be concentrated sources of fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals to help ensure that your pet is getting all the nutrients he or she needs.
When feeding pellets, it is important to remember that a rabbit, guinea pig or chinchilla's natural diet contains a high volume of low nutrient food. They are grazers by nature and in the wild they spend much of their days munching on grass and grazing for food.
While pellets enable owners to protect their pet's health and give them the range of nutrients they need, they are ultimately a low volume of high nutrient food that runs contrary to the diet in the wild. Therefore, it is important to follow feeding guidelines closely to make sure that they receive as balanced a diet as possible.
Mixes vs Pellets
Mixes, also known as "muesli," are dry food mixes that are primarily cereal-base.. [More]
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Choosing A Pellet Food For Guinea Pigs , Rabbits and Chinchillas in South Africa , Chinchilla Food South Africa , Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Pet Rabbit Food South Africa
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25
SEP
2014
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The story of how chinchillas made it into our homes as pets is rather an interesting one. They were initially used as laboratory animals, but it appears that researchers simply couldn’t get enough of them. So, a few were secreted out as pets and from there, the popularity of these animals grew. And, it’s easy to see why. Chinchillas are wonderfully inquisitive and active creatures. They simply love playing. And they don’t ask for a lot to make this playtime special. But, more than anything, what they need is a balanced diet. Once they have this, they’ll do most of the work themselves.
Chinchillas Are Fibrevores
There is a small group of animals known as fibrevores. This group includes rabbits, guinea pigs and chinchillas. Unlike other vegetarian animals, fibrevores don’t just eat fruits, vegetables and grasses. These animals need such an incredible amount of fibre in their diet to survive that it is almost unbelievable.
As such.. [More]
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What Does Your Chinchilla Eat? , Chinchilla Food South Africa
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12
SEP
2014
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Many homes are simply not complete without a few pets around. And, not every pet is a cat or a dog. There are many, many different pets that people can keep in their homes. Each one of them has special needs and dietary requirements. And, feeding your pets the right food – and the right amount of food is paramount to their continued health. Indeed, it is one of the things you’ll need to consider long before you bring home your pets. Otherwise, you’ll run the risk of them falling ill – or worse.
Keep in mind, that with all the different needs that every pet has, they don’t all need dry food. While this may be the best bet for your dogs and cats, other animals require different foods. Sometimes, those foods may seem rather boring to you, such as Timothy Hay, but they are essential to some animals.
Who Eats Timothy Hay?
Some animals are carnivores (or rather, omnivores) and some that are strictly vegetarian. Within that latter group a.. [More]
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Guide To Feeding Hay To Fibrevores , Pet Guinea Pig Food South Africa , Pet Rabbit Food South Africa , Chinchilla Food South Africa , Timothy Hay South Africa
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30
AUG
2014
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It’s funny how some of the most iconic stories and images we have in our minds of rabbits involve them eating vegetables (think Peter Rabbit or Bugs Bunny). They certainly do love treats like carrot tops, but these are treats only. Rabbits, like other fibrevores, need a great deal more than vegetables to survive. And mostly what they need are grasses and hay.
Who and What Are Fibrevores?
Fibrevores is a bit of a funny term isn’t it? And, it’s hardly one of the terms we learn in school; instead we’re treated to carnivores, herbivores and omnivores. So, let’s work with what we know. Fibrevores are herbivores – they don’t eat any meat. But, they’re a tad more specialised than that. They have developed a strong, overwhelming need for fibre.
Fibre, of course, is found in grains and grasses. Of course, we have it added to some of our foods to keep us moving, but for the most part, fibrevores get their daily intake of fibre .. [More]
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A Quick Guide to Feeding Hay , Feeding Hay in South Africa , Timothy Hay South Africa , Rabbit Food South Africa , Guinea pig food south africa , chinchilla food south africa
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05
AUG
2014
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Chinchillas are fascinating pets, and like most rodents, they are remarkably clever. Of course, being beautiful to behold, and soft as silk to the touch isn’t a good enough reason to keep chinchillas as pets. Fortunately, given a bit of space, plenty of love, a proper diet and following these tips will make it easy for you to keep your chinchillas happy and healthy for as long as they live (which can be up to 20 years).
Understanding Chinchilla Needs
As with most pets, there are a few key areas where their owners can focus for chinchilla health. When caring for and handling your pet, you should always keep these needs in mind.
Eating – Chinchillas have a special digestive system that allows them to pull the necessary fibre from their diet. In order to keep everything running smoothly, and to maintain excellent health, chinchillas need access to plenty of fresh Timothy Hay every day.
Sleeping – These beautiful anim.. [More]
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Tips For Keeping Chinchillas Happy In South Africa , Buy Chinchilla Food South Africa , Chinchilla Cage South Africa , Caring For Chinchillas South Africa
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