1. Golden Oat Hay (The Dental & Digestive Specialist):
Premium Fiber: Provides approximately 31-32% crude fiber, essential for maintaining consistent gut motility and preventing GI stasis.
Superior Tooth Wear: The stalks are thicker and contain more silicates and lignin. This provides the "crunch" needed to grind down continuously growing molars.
The "Sawdust" Effect - Because it is exceptionally high in insoluble fiber, it produces those large, light-colored "sawdust" poops that indicate a perfectly moving gut.
Foraging Stimulation: Golden hay is often more "oat-laden." The crunchy husks and sweet seed heads provide better mental stimulation "Cereal hay" known for its vibrant golden color and sweet, nutty aroma. Harvested during the "soft dough" stage before the grain matures, it provides a unique balance of hearty crunch and high fiber that many rabbits find irresistible.
Color: True Golden Oat hay is harvested later in the maturity cycle than green Oat hay; the golden color is natural and reflects the higher sugar content in the stalks.
2. Green Oat Hay (The Vitality Choice):
Harvested when the plant is still young and fresh (before the oat seeds fully mature). It retains more of its chlorophyll, which gives it the bright green color. Green oat hay is often higher in nutritional value, particularly in fiber and certain vitamins.
Premium Fiber: Provides approximately 28% -30%%
Nutrient Retention: Being cut earlier and dried quickly preserves more Vitamin A and Chlorophyll.
Palatability: The softer leaves are often preferred by picky eaters or senior rabbits who may struggle with very stiff stalks.
Balanced Growth: The slightly higher protein makes it a great "bridge" hay for young adults transitioning away from Alfalfa.
How to Use:
1. Mix with pellets
2. Hide in main hay diet. Pawfect to promote natural foraging behaviour.
3. Handfeed as snack (bonding time with your bunny!)
Safety/Feeding Guide: Staple or Supplement
Weight (appx): 35g + 35g
Store in cool, dry place & airtight container
Important:
1. Gradual Introduction: Oat Hay is a nutritious supplement, but like any new food, it should be introduced slowly to avoid digestive upset. Start with a small amount (a few blades) and monitor your rabbit for 24 hours.
2. Watch for Reactions: Some rabbits may have sensitive stomachs. If you notice soft stools, bloating, or lack of appetite, discontinue feeding and consult a veterinarian.
3. Not a Replacement: A healthy rabbit diet should be 80% hay, and you should never replace a rabbit’s primary diet of hay, fresh water, and balanced pellets. It is a treat or supplement, not a staple food.
4. Consult Your Vet: If your rabbit has pre-existing health conditions, check with a vet before adding new foods to their diet.
5. Not intended for rabbits under 6 months
SKU: OH2024035
