Kits (Birth to 8 Weeks)

• Birth to Weaning (0-4 weeks):

  • Mother’s milk is essential.

  • Ensure the doe has access to a high-quality feed and fresh water.

• Weaning (4-8 weeks):

  • Gradually introduce high-quality rabbit pellets.

  • Provide small amounts of fresh hay, such as timothy or alfalfa.

  • Access to fresh water at all times.

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Growing Rabbits (8 Weeks to 6 Months)

• Feed a growth-specific rabbit pellet (free-choice or 4-6 oz daily depending on size).

• Hay: Free-choice access to timothy hay.

• Introduce fresh greens in small amounts as a supplement.

• Ensure access to fresh water.

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Adult Rabbits (6 Months and Older)

• Feed a maintenance rabbit pellet (2-4 oz daily depending on size and activity level).

• Hay: Free-choice access to timothy or grass hay.

• Provide fresh greens and vegetables (avoid starchy or sugary foods).

• Ensure access to fresh water at all times.

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Breeding Does and Bucks

• Breeding Season:

  • High-quality rabbit pellet (4-6 oz daily).

  • Free-choice access to hay and fresh water.

• Gestation and Lactation:

  • Increase pellet feed (6-8 oz daily).

  • Provide additional alfalfa hay for extra calcium and protein.

  • Fresh water at all times.

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Senior Rabbits (5 Years and Older)

• Adjust feed to maintain healthy weight.

• Provide high-quality pellets (2-4 oz daily).

• Free-choice access to timothy or grass hay.

• Ensure access to fresh water at all times.

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Special Notes

• Avoid feeding iceberg lettuce, as it provides little nutrition and may cause digestive upset.

• Introduce new foods gradually to prevent digestive issues.

• Monitor weight and health regularly and adjust feeding accordingly.

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