Rabbits, rehoming and the best start in life

Welcoming a new four-legged friend is always an exciting time, but nothing can be more rewarding than rehoming a small pet, giving them the forever home that they deserve. One factor in rehoming decisions is that some owners may be unprepared for the care that is required - gone are the days when rabbits and guinea pigs were thought of as low maintenance or ‘starter’ pets.

When it comes to rabbits and guinea pigs, feeding a diet that is tailored to their needs, mirroring that of their wild cousins is key. So if you are giving one of these small pets a loving home, get your journey together off to a great start by feeding a diet that is spot-on.

The delicious single component nuggets in Science Selective Adult Rabbit Food and Science Selective Guinea Pig are nutritionally balanced to promote wellbeing and vitality. With high fibre for optimum dental and digestive health, and no added sugar for a healthy weight, you can be sure that you are doing your best to keep your pet healthy and happy.

Of course, it’s not just adult pets that might be looking for a new home. What about unplanned or ‘accidental’ litters? If you are a pet parent to a baby bunny or guinea pig you may be interested to know that just as puppy and kitten diets give dogs and cats the best start in life, junior diets for smaller pet pals are equally important.

Diets for youngsters need to promote healthy development. Higher protein levels in both Science Selective Junior Guinea Pig and Science Selective Junior Rabbit Food do just this, and are suitable for feeding up to the age of 20 weeks. Recipes rich in delicious natural ingredients ensure that tastebuds are tempted with no added sugar. How about dandelion and fennel for an irresistible taste experience?

Rehoming an older pet can be immensely rewarding too. Energy requirements decrease with age, partly due to a slowing of the metabolism and partly due to reduced activity levels. Science Selective Four+ Rabbit is designed to perfectly meet the nutritional needs of older buns - high fibre supports healthy digestion, while reduced protein levels help maintain a healthy weight.

So, one of the most important things that you can do to support your pet’s health and wellbeing, is to feed them a diet tailored to their needs, whatever their life stage. This should include unlimited hay, fresh water and a handful of leafy greens. Get that right and you will be helping to give your new pal the best start in their new home. n Visit www.supremepetfoods.com