Rabbits do not have the self control that many of us can demonstrate when it comes to eating foods that are tasty, but may not be the best for our system (this is me over here, eyeing that leftover donut!) For this very reason, rabbits do and will eat bird feed and bird seed. Neither …
Goats are one of the best hobby farm or homestead animals because they thrive on roughage and extra fibrous plant matter that other livestock or four legged friends such as cows and sheep may not eat. Goats also enjoy common garden greens, including peas. Yes, your goats can eat peas safely. Peas and the pea …
We recently heard from a homestead family that transitioned their house rabbits to outdoor hutches. Why? Because they discovered that their youngest boy is allergic to rabbit fur and dander. We had a nice discussion with this family and talked about how some rabbit breeds are less hypoallergenic than others. Or said differently, some rabbit …
New rabbit owners often ask – Do rabbits need a companion? or should I get a second rabbit to keep my rabbit company? or do rabbits need a partner? And with those questions we are quick to point out that rabbits are very social animals that evolved over thousands of years to live in close …
If you have pet or homestead rabbits and guinea pigs, you may be wondering if these furry friends can share the safe foodstuff. Yes, rabbits can eat a bit of guinea pig food, and vice versa, without too many harmful side effects. But be aware: the long term mixing of bunny and guinea pig food …
