Great video, Sandy. I will just mention that pellets (e.g. oxbow) have 25-29% fibre content compared to greens that only have approx 2% (e.g. spinach 2.2%). So while bunnies love greens, its still mindful to keep the fibre content in mind above all else. Just as a by the by, spinach has large quantities of Vit K, and bunnies make their own Vit K. I'm glad you mentioned that bunnies make their own nutrients. Top work, as always!
Not to mention, if you feed your buns pellets you get a consistent guaranteed nutrient profile. If you only feed hay and greens, nutrient levels can vary wildly from bale to bale. I'd much rather be safe in the knowledge that all my bun's nutrient requirements are being met by a small amount of pellets, and rely on the hay only for its fibre content.
I love this video. I’ve always wondered y some people r for pellets and y some people r against them. I love watching videos about different rabbit opinions. I love your channel and your bunnies 💕
Thank you for providing an entertaining and informative bunny channel. I have watched more than enough of some American bunny utubers and have wasted so much time watching them do their makeup and gabble inanely about themselves. I would love to see a video about illness and diseases, how to prevent, recognise, what to do and how to nurse through.
Gee wonder who your talking about, hmmm hahaha, yep i've finally found a cpl of Aussie Bun YT 's, it's so good , coz we are more down to earth, and all the info of course is for Oz. I couldn't watch to many of the American ones hehe.
We live in a state where wild forage is not possible for a good amount of the year seeing as it covered in several feet of snow. I will be continuing to use pellets because even the store produce here in winter is low quality by human standards. We actually have to take supplements during the winter months because the fruits and veg shipped in from warmer states is low quality and out of season. So while we do still feed veg I couldn't see going completely pellet free. I definitely view the pellets for adult bunnies like supplements. We use high quality pellets. Our current bunnies are only 8 weeks so their diet is definitely different now to what it will be when they are adults. I feel like young bunny diets are not talked enough about in the rabbit community. I love that you share not going pellet free. It really isn't for every bunny in every situation. :)
Hello! Thank you for sharing this. Yes you're right about young rabbit diets not being talked about enough, especially when so many people buy baby rabbits. Glad to hear you take such care for your rabbits
Tbh i think the only real reason people go pellet free is because “pellets are not natural to a rabbits diet.” To be quite frank, that is the stupidest argument ever. Pellets are a great, healthy source of nutrition when given in moderation and balanced with veggies and hay.
G'day, i've gone to Pellets every second day, i put them in the pellet toy ball, so she eats them through the day, not all at once, or hide them in her snuffle mat.
Great video I was going to go pellet free but I see your what I feed my rabbits video and did some research and I now feed them pellets that are made of hay and different grass and herbs and the next day veggies and night different hay in morning than normal and I don’t really think non pellet diet aren’t that good one because there’s different nutrients in them and the veggies that your feeding instead aren’t one that wild rabbits would eat i feed my rabbits lots of fresh grasses and herb that you’d find outside not sprayed or anything that wild rabbits would eat and made a mix of them and pellets and get veggies few times a week I feed them different types of hays in the morning like oat orchard and different cuts and brands I also think it’s cheaper too as I have four rabbits we go through lots of hay so it help by giving different types
Thank you! Yeah I don't think I can get rid of pellets. It's impossible for me to provide a real wild rabbit diet so I'm thankful pellet formulations have improved in the last decade. I hope brands keep working to make them better and better.
No thank you if it wasn’t for you I would have went in pellets free and go through so much veggies and when you live with a family there’s no room in the frogs I’m really happy with my rabbits diet and it all down to you I also heated the soy in rabbit pellets is bad as they can’t digest it properly and makes there wee smelling and when I switched to healthy pellets with no soy big difference in the smell
Hi Hana. Their hay is fantastic quality in my experience! I haven't bought from them in a while as I found out they were breeding rabbits. I'm not against responsible breeders but I don't know what kind of breeders they were. Apparently they have stopped but I don't know for certain. Not saying you shouldn't shop there, that is totally up to you! I think it's most important that you are able to get good quality hay for your little ones ❤
Sorry but I find some of your points a bit off, I understand that in English-speaking countries research regarding the disadvantages of pellets is still not too available but for me living in Germany, there has been a lot of research regarding this. Over here no vet or mindful bunny owner would feed pellets as they're actually harmful to a bunny's teeth, stomach, and jaw. If you'd like I'll provide you with reputable studies/articles in German, for you to translate yourself or with my help.
I've really never liked the "but they don't do it in the wild" argument. Well no, but they also aren't wild animals. They've been selectively bred to be very UN-wild and to live how people need them to. Some arguments based in this logic can obviously hold weight, but usually it leads to people making claims that do a disservice to the animal's wellbeing. (Equating dogs to wolves to preach dominance training theory is a big one that comes to mind, for example.) My rabbit, Thurberi, absolutely loves the taste and texture of pellets, and loves foraging for them in his salad when I sprinkle them in. As long as they are high quality and contain the fiber rabbits need, they can add a lot of enrichment opportunities and I see nothing wrong with them. I don't agree with ONLY feeding pellets, as some pet stores will claim, but just adding some to their greens and hay should generally be fine. Edit: I use Small Pet Select's pellets, btw.
@@BunsBestLife Thurberi is a genus of flowering desert plants. I'm a little weird in where I draw my inspiration, haha. I knew I wanted a plant name and ended up stumbling upon that at one point, and it just seemed to fit him.
You are very good you search and learn and just give your own advice you let us decide I will definitely continue watching you ❤😊
Miss you Bunmi 🐰
i love the black and white bun
Great video, Sandy. I will just mention that pellets (e.g. oxbow) have 25-29% fibre content compared to greens that only have approx 2% (e.g. spinach 2.2%). So while bunnies love greens, its still mindful to keep the fibre content in mind above all else. Just as a by the by, spinach has large quantities of Vit K, and bunnies make their own Vit K. I'm glad you mentioned that bunnies make their own nutrients. Top work, as always!
I’m getting a rabbit in a month and your videos have been so helpful!
You’re good I love listening to you
there are pros and cons for veggie diets too. thanks for the informative video.
6:19 That's so cute your bunny is peaking over your shoulder! 😍
This is a super helpful video! Thank you!
Not to mention, if you feed your buns pellets you get a consistent guaranteed nutrient profile. If you only feed hay and greens, nutrient levels can vary wildly from bale to bale. I'd much rather be safe in the knowledge that all my bun's nutrient requirements are being met by a small amount of pellets, and rely on the hay only for its fibre content.
My bunnies are 6 months . Is there a certain age we have to stop feeding pellets to nunnies or is that not true?
I love this video. I’ve always wondered y some people r for pellets and y some people r against them. I love watching videos about different rabbit opinions. I love your channel and your bunnies 💕
Thank you for providing an entertaining and informative bunny channel. I have watched more than enough of some American bunny utubers and have wasted so much time watching them do their makeup and gabble inanely about themselves. I would love to see a video about illness and diseases, how to prevent, recognise, what to do and how to nurse through.
Gee wonder who your talking about, hmmm hahaha, yep i've finally found a cpl of Aussie Bun YT 's, it's so good , coz we are more down to earth, and all the info of course is for Oz. I couldn't watch to many of the American ones hehe.
was wandering what about lawn in place of low nutrient lettuce? I have a lot of dandelion etc in my lawn
Great video! Very informative ❤
Hi can you please tell me where you got the treat balls that you put the pellets in? Love all your videos 😀😍
Kmart!! 😋
We live in a state where wild forage is not possible for a good amount of the year seeing as it covered in several feet of snow. I will be continuing to use pellets because even the store produce here in winter is low quality by human standards. We actually have to take supplements during the winter months because the fruits and veg shipped in from warmer states is low quality and out of season. So while we do still feed veg I couldn't see going completely pellet free. I definitely view the pellets for adult bunnies like supplements. We use high quality pellets. Our current bunnies are only 8 weeks so their diet is definitely different now to what it will be when they are adults. I feel like young bunny diets are not talked enough about in the rabbit community. I love that you share not going pellet free. It really isn't for every bunny in every situation. :)
Hello! Thank you for sharing this. Yes you're right about young rabbit diets not being talked about enough, especially when so many people buy baby rabbits.
Glad to hear you take such care for your rabbits
Wild rabbits also live for like 3 years.
Tbh i think the only real reason people go pellet free is because “pellets are not natural to a rabbits diet.” To be quite frank, that is the stupidest argument ever. Pellets are a great, healthy source of nutrition when given in moderation and balanced with veggies and hay.
G'day, i've gone to Pellets every second day, i put them in the pellet toy ball, so she eats them through the day, not all at once, or hide them in her snuffle mat.
Great video I was going to go pellet free but I see your what I feed my rabbits video and did some research and I now feed them pellets that are made of hay and different grass and herbs and the next day veggies and night different hay in morning than normal and I don’t really think non pellet diet aren’t that good one because there’s different nutrients in them and the veggies that your feeding instead aren’t one that wild rabbits would eat i feed my rabbits lots of fresh grasses and herb that you’d find outside not sprayed or anything that wild rabbits would eat and made a mix of them and pellets and get veggies few times a week I feed them different types of hays in the morning like oat orchard and different cuts and brands I also think it’s cheaper too as I have four rabbits we go through lots of hay so it help by giving different types
Thank you! Yeah I don't think I can get rid of pellets. It's impossible for me to provide a real wild rabbit diet so I'm thankful pellet formulations have improved in the last decade. I hope brands keep working to make them better and better.
No thank you if it wasn’t for you I would have went in pellets free and go through so much veggies and when you live with a family there’s no room in the frogs I’m really happy with my rabbits diet and it all down to you I also heated the soy in rabbit pellets is bad as they can’t digest it properly and makes there wee smelling and when I switched to healthy pellets with no soy big difference in the smell
Hey I was wondering if would you recommended Oten hay from one stop bunny shop because it is affordable
Hi Hana. Their hay is fantastic quality in my experience! I haven't bought from them in a while as I found out they were breeding rabbits. I'm not against responsible breeders but I don't know what kind of breeders they were. Apparently they have stopped but I don't know for certain. Not saying you shouldn't shop there, that is totally up to you! I think it's most important that you are able to get good quality hay for your little ones ❤
@@BunsBestLife Yes thank you sooo much
Their meadow hay is also fantastic btw. It's great to give your bunnies a few types if you can 😋
@@BunsBestLife Yes I will try a combo of oten and meadow hay
Do you mean the meadow and Rye mix bc that’s what they only sell now (there is no just meadow hay)
Sorry but I find some of your points a bit off, I understand that in English-speaking countries research regarding the disadvantages of pellets is still not too available but for me living in Germany, there has been a lot of research regarding this. Over here no vet or mindful bunny owner would feed pellets as they're actually harmful to a bunny's teeth, stomach, and jaw. If you'd like I'll provide you with reputable studies/articles in German, for you to translate yourself or with my help.
I went pellet free and my rabbits are thriving, they get more salad though like a lot more
I've heard many people say pellets cause to stasis. I'd rather not take my chances
My rabbits won’t eat pellets I’ve tried every kind of pellets
I've really never liked the "but they don't do it in the wild" argument. Well no, but they also aren't wild animals. They've been selectively bred to be very UN-wild and to live how people need them to. Some arguments based in this logic can obviously hold weight, but usually it leads to people making claims that do a disservice to the animal's wellbeing. (Equating dogs to wolves to preach dominance training theory is a big one that comes to mind, for example.)
My rabbit, Thurberi, absolutely loves the taste and texture of pellets, and loves foraging for them in his salad when I sprinkle them in. As long as they are high quality and contain the fiber rabbits need, they can add a lot of enrichment opportunities and I see nothing wrong with them. I don't agree with ONLY feeding pellets, as some pet stores will claim, but just adding some to their greens and hay should generally be fine.
Edit: I use Small Pet Select's pellets, btw.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, very well articulated! Thurberi is a cute name I haven't heard of before, where does it come from??
@@BunsBestLife Thurberi is a genus of flowering desert plants. I'm a little weird in where I draw my inspiration, haha. I knew I wanted a plant name and ended up stumbling upon that at one point, and it just seemed to fit him.