RABBIT HAY GUIDES · SINGAPORE
Could the feeder be why your rabbit leaves the hay?
Before buying another bag, watch whether a strand actually comes free.
The container can be part of the problem. Oxbow notes that some feeders make hay awkward to reach. Try a little of the same hay in an accessible, clean tray and watch whether eating becomes easier.
Oxbow: check the feeder ↗Watch what happens after the first tug
- Posture: can your rabbit eat without repeatedly stretching or climbing?
- Pulling: does a strand come free, or does tightly packed hay move as one clump?
- Access: can each rabbit reach the hay without being displaced by a companion?
Watch a whole short feeding visit. Approaching the rack tells you less than seeing several strands pulled out and chewed.
Run a simple same-hay check
- Keep the current supply available. Put some of the same hay loosely in a stable, shallow tray near the usual feeding area.
- Watch access and chewing. Look for what becomes easier: reaching, pulling strands free, or sharing space.
- Use the result. If your rabbit repeatedly eats from the tray, keep that access and adjust the rack. If both are ignored, check freshness and portions next.
Woodgreen recommends offering hay in several places, including trays and racks. Check that your chosen setup stays clean during refills.
If eating or droppings have decreased, contact a vet promptly.