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Packed with essential fibre, Topflite Rabbit and Guinea Pig Mix is a tasty complement to a hay-based diet. Features pellets of pressed timothy and lucerne hay for maximum appeal.
Rabbits and guinea pigs need a diet stacked with fibre to stay happy and healthy. To meet that need we took a fibre-first approach in researching and developing a quality feed blend that supports good health and digestion in fibrevores. The result is a naturally tasty complement for a diet of fresh hay and veggies. Featuring pressed pellets of fragrant Timothy hay and higher protein lucerne hay, plus Timothy chaff and a sprinkling of carrot, this appetising mix is sure to get mouths moving.
- Very high in the fibre essential for rabbit and guinea pigs
- Great way to diversify fibre offerings
- No fillers – just the good stuff!
Why the change? The nutritional science around the diet of small animals has changed in recent times - and we’re changing with it.
What’s changing? We have removed whole seeds and grains and added high fibre hay-based pellets plus a sprinkling of carrot.
Ingredients: Timothy pellets (100% timothy hay), lucerne pellets (100% lucerne hay), timothy chaff, carrot, rabbit pellets (barley, wheat, soya bean meal, grass fibre, soya hulls, molasses, bentonite, canola oil, limestone, dicalcium phosphate, salt, trace mineral and vitamin premix, choline chloride).
Analysis: Protein 12.8%, fat 2.8%, beneficial fibre 26.1%, ash 7.3%, calcium 6.4 mg/g, phosphorous 4.1 mg/g.
Feeding Guide: Feed as part of a hay-dominant diet with veggies and the occasional bit of fruit. As hay should make up 80% of the diet, feed no more than a handful of Rabbit and Guinea Pig Mix per day. The Mix may be gobbled before the hay (trust us, we’ve watched the taste-tests!) but resist the temptation to top up food bowls – chewing hay is an important behaviour to encourage. Always keep fresh water available. Guinea pigs require additional vitamin C so remember to provide fresh leafy greens too.
Storage Instructions: Store in a cool dry place. Keep bag closed or in a sealed container.
FAQs
How often should a rabbit eat?
The number one fan tends to be the tauhou. Those little green cuties just love pecking away at this energy rich food. Topflite Energy Food can also attract sparrows, thrushes, blackbirds and yellowhammers.
Is Bugs Bunny’s diet of carrots accurate in real life?
Yes, rabbits do like carrots. However, rabbits in the wild do not naturally eat them and, as the carrots have a high sugar content, they should only be fed in very small doses as part of a treat. Perhaps try a Carrot Munchie or, for other treat ideas, Timothy Cakes or Bonanza Bars.
Should I feed my guinea pig alfalfa/lucerne hay?
Alfalfa hay is another name for lucerne hay. It is a high energy legume hay and is ideal for young (up to 6 months), underweight, lactating or breeding herbivores. It is not suitable as the only feeding hay for mature herbivores because it's high in protein (about 17-18%). Feed as a supplement to mature herbivores to encourage foraging and fibre consumption.
How big should my guinea pig hutch be?
It should be as big as possible – at the very least 100cm long. You should also have a secure sleeping area attached to the run. If they are in an outdoor hutch, you’ll need to ensure there’s shelter from both wind and direct sunlight. And it’s best to bring them inside during the colder months of winter. Try and add some tunnels and hiding areas, with different textures to make things interesting for your pets. Most importantly, it’s vital the hutch can’t be easily gotten out of (or into). You’ll need to keep the hutch safe from predators and escape-proof!
Is it ok to just have one pet rabbit?
Rabbits are social animals and appreciate the company of other bunnies. So, it’s always good to get your bunny a buddy!
How long do rabbits live for?
Most rabbits have an average life span of 8 to 12 years. They are definitely not pets to get as an ‘impulse purchase’ – these animals will become beloved members of your family for years to come.
How big should a rabbit hutch be?
It does depend on the size and breed of the rabbit. The SPCA has this to say: “If rabbits live outside, their hutch should be a minimum size of 3m (length) x 1.5m (width) x 0.75m (height) but the bigger the better. The hutch should always be attached to a spacious run to allow your rabbit to hop, run, jump, and stand upright on their hind legs. Ideally, your backyard should be fully fenced, and your rabbits should also be allowed supervised play in the garden.” We think this is great advice to follow.
How much bedding should I have in the bottom of my guinea pig hutch?
It is recommended that at least 3 cm to 5 cm of bedding straw or pine shavings is placed here.
Should rabbits and guinea pigs be kept together?
It is not recommended that the two species be kept together. There’s the risk of disease being spread between them and often the larger species will bully the smaller one.
