There are many different types of rabbit hay on the market that it can be difficult to find the right one for your bunnies. In this article we will break down the 6 different types of rabbit and guinea pig hay we stock at The Happy Hay Company so you can make the right decision.
Timothy hay is one of the most popular types of rabbit hay on the market. It has long, hollow stems with spikelet flowers, It contains less protein that some other types of hay but still has enough protein and plenty of fibre for adult bunnies. Its low calcium content also prevents urinary stones. Timothy hay is more affordable than other hay due to its ability to withstand harsh winters.
In summary, timothy hay is great for adult rabbits but other types of hay would be best suited for bunnies as they contain more nutrients.
Orchard Hay is another popular hay that does well to survive periods of drought. Some rabbits prefer the softer texture of this hay. Orchard hay is high in sugar & fibre and low in protein.
The price is often more expensive than timothy hay but still affordable. You can also find orchard hay to be a healthy addition to a hay blend.
Meadow hay is a mixture of grass hays that offer a blend of textures and flavours for your rabbits. There are often other plants & twigs to make it more enjoyable for your rabbits, resembling a more wild feeding experience. You need to make sure you’re buying your meadow hay from a credible source, as some meadow hay bales can contain stones & debris as a result of a less thorough filtering process.
The Happy Hay Meadow Hay has proved very popular with rabbit owners all around the UK.
Oat hay is packed full of vitamins, fibre & other minerals. It’s high in protein so great for adult rabbits & bunnies alike but perfect for growing bunnies. It’s sweet, stalky and green so is healthy & great for dental health. It’ll also satisfy your bunny’s instinct to forage due being full of crunchy hay seeds which will to keep them active and stimulated.
All of our oat hay is available to view here https://happyhay.co.uk/oat-hay-box/
Crau hay is known as the ‘champagne of hay’. It’s a 100% organic meadow hay imported from the Crau region of the south of France (just as Champagne can only come from the specific region). It’s naturally dried in the French sun, leaving it incredibly green, whilst also being full of naturally sown wild flowers and seed heads.
The Crau hay variation is incredibly palatable to rabbits and is a fantastic choice for those pets that are poor hay eaters. It is however slightly higher in protein and calcium than other hays meaning that you can either mix it with other hays or cut back a little on pellets to provide a more natural diet altogether. It’s also a little more expensive than other types of hay.
Rye Grass hay features easily removable flakes for feeding & is very sweet, stalky and green. It is slightly higher in protein and sugar than timothy hay so you may have to reduce the amount of pellets fed but it’s perfect for growing bunnies due to it bursting with good nutrients.
Here’s what make Happy Hay the best rabbit hay brand in the UK:
There are two main reasons you should favour one hay over another for your rabbit. The first is the protein content. Bunnies should be eating hay with high protein levels such as Oat, Crau or Rye Grass Hay whereas hay such as Timothy Hay is best for adult rabbits. The second reason is rabbit preference. A lot of rabbits are known to be fussy & only eat certain types of hay. If you have a fussy rabbit, you should try our Crau hay is this is a popular choice for rabbits with a picky taste!
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