Why won't my rabbits eat their pellets? They only eat hay & veggies.

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Hi I have a lop rabbit and a European rabbit. They are both neutered. I have had them for 2yrs. Since the day I got them they would be eating hay,food pellets and occasionally vegetables. Now they refuse to eat their pellets, they just bury it in the wood shavings. They're only eating hay and vegetables. Why not their pellets? Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered | 2 years and 4 months old | 4.5 lbs

Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there, there are a few reasons why Peter and his friend may not want to eat pellets - but the main thing is that they continue to eat hay abd have free access to as much as they want. If it was a big bag of pellets, it may have spoiled and tastes bad to them, try buying a small bag of their usual brand. Check the expiration. If they still won't eat the new bag, try a different brand. Also, some rabbits can develop over grown teeth that need to be checked by a vet - the pellets may be uncomfortable to chew if the teeth are over grown. Once again, as long as they're eating plenty of hay, that should make up the bulk of their meals. I hope this helps!

Why won't my rabbits eat their pellets? They only eat hay & veggies.

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