Hay for rabbit and rodents

Hay is the staple food for rabbits. If your rabbit does not like hay, it can be replaced with grass. Grass is lower in calories, also provides fibers, and contributes to the hydration of the digestive system. With 80% water content (compared to 15% for hay), it promotes transit and limits the accumulation of hairballs. It also helps to wear down teeth.

Garden grass (without pesticides) and wild grasses (not collected along roadsides) can substitute hay. If your rabbit refuses hay (which is very rare), it probably has a dental problem.

It is generally considered that the volume of hay per day should be equal to the rabbit's body volume. This is a simple way to know how much to give every day. This food should be left available at all times. The rabbit should have hay available 24 hours a day.

It is important to pay attention to the composition of the hay. If it is of poor quality, it will not provide the necessary nutrients. Your rabbit will not eat it and may develop respiratory problems. Always opt for high-quality hay like Crau hay IAKO labeled AOP.

Always choose high-quality, dust-free hay from organic French agriculture. Except for alfalfa hay which should remain a treat as it is very rich, you can choose Crau hay, mountain hay, meadow hay…

Your rabbit will decide which one it prefers. It is possible to alternate between different hays to benefit from the advantages of each. Timothy hay is a staple and can be given without risk. Trust our selection of IAKO hay on zoomalia.com.

Straw is more for bedding than food. It has no nutritional value, but your rabbit can gnaw it to wear down its teeth. Hay is the rabbit's staple food. There are several varieties such as Crau hay, timothy hay…

Second cut is a type of hay that corresponds to a second mowing. The hay has already been cut once, grown back before being cut again. It is often finer and more tender, containing more protein while being lower in fibers. It's a superior quality hay for your rabbit.

You can buy your rabbit's hay in one of our Zoomalia pet stores. They are spread throughout French territory. If you do not have a physical pet store near you, it is possible to order your hay on the Zoomalia website. You will have the choice between different types of hay like Crau hay, meadow hay, organic, scented, or compressed hay.

If you live in the countryside, you can also contact a farmer who will sell you hay in more or less large quantities directly.