Rabbit Owners Journal

What Is The Best Vacuum for Rabbit Hay?

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We have compiled a list of the best vacuums for picking up rabbit hay, rabbit hair and all the other fluff and stuff that goes along with pet bunny ownership.  1. Premium no limits 

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50 Different Types of Rabbit Breeds

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Breed Traits Suitability as a Pet Fully Grown Size Mini Rex Velvety fur, Curious Great, friendly & playful 3.5-4.5 lbs Netherland Dwarf Small, Short ears, Active Good, but can be skittish 2-2.5 lbs Lionhead Fluffy mane, Playful Excellent, affectionate 2.5-3.5 lbs Holland Lop Droopy ears, Sweet-natured Great, calm & sociable 2-4 lbs English Angora Long, fluffy coat, Calm Good, but requires grooming 5-7 lbs Mini Lop Friendly, Easy-going Excellent, sociable 4.5-6 lbs Flemish Giant Large size, Gentle Great, but needs space 12-20 lbs Dutch Distinctive color patterns, Friendly Excellent, playful 3.5-5.5 lbs Harlequin Unique color patterns, Playful Great, energetic 6.5-9.5...

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The Golden Feed for Bunnies: What Is Oaten Hay?

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Rustling in the hayloft, you'll often find bales of oaten hay stacked up, a favorite among many rabbit enthusiasts. What's the buzz around this specific type of hay? Well, hold onto your carrots, because we're about to dive deep into the world of oaten hay and its magical properties! Key Takeaways - What is Oaten Hay? Oaten hay is a nutritious and palatable type of hay that's harvested from oat crops before the grain matures. It's a favorite for many rabbit owners because of its digestibility and the benefits it offers to bunnies. 1. Origin and Characteristics of Oaten Hay...

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What is Lucerne Hay?

Lucerne hay, commonly known as alfalfa in many parts of the world, is a high-quality forage known for its rich protein content and essential vitamins and minerals. Assessing the quality of lucerne hay is crucial for livestock health and nutrition. Here are key factors to consider when evaluating lucerne hay quality: Color: Good quality lucerne hay should be bright green, indicating proper harvesting and storage conditions. Yellow, brown, or faded hay might suggest over-maturity, excessive sunlight exposure, or weather damage after harvesting. Texture & Leafiness: The leaves of lucerne contain most of the nutrients, so a high leaf-to-stem ratio is...

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Understanding hay: What is Oaten Hay?

Oaten hay is hay made from the oat plant, specifically from the Avena sativa species. It's cut and harvested before the oat reaches its full maturity, which means before the seed fully develops. Here's a breakdown of oaten hay: Appearance and Texture: Oaten hay typically has a pale green to light yellow color. The stalks are thicker than some other types of hay, like timothy or meadow hay, and it often has a slightly softer feel. Nutritional Value: Oaten hay is moderate to high in fiber, depending on when it's harvested. It also provides good protein content and is lower...

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