Are you up to date with rabbit feeding requirements? The European Pet Food Industry Federation, also known as FEDIAF, publish animal feeding guidelines – so we’ve compiled a handy summary for you.
FEDIAF strives to ensure high standards for all pet food products manufactured and sold in Europe, through consideration of safety, nutrition and palatability.
Last year, the organisation teamed up with the UK-PFMA (Pet Food Manufacturing Association) and a panel of renowned experts, including Professor Anna Meredith , to produce new guidelines for responsible rabbit ownership and feeding.
So, here’s our run-down of the most important points:
Rabbits must have a high-fibre diet
Fibre is needed to maintain gut movement and normal fermentation, prevent GIT (gastrointestinal tract) stasis and help wear down teeth.
Hay and grass are ideal sources of fibre for rabbits.
Amounts of different fibres must be monitored, includin.. [More]
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