For a rabbit with kidney issues, its important to focus on high-fiber, low-protein hay to promote kidney health and support digestive function. Oaten hay, which you were previously using, contains moderate protein. Orchard grass hay has lower protein content but is still appropriate.
Timothy hay is the best choice for an adult rabbit, while alfalfa hay is ideal for growing bunnies once they are weaned and up to six months old. At that point, transition your rabbit from the alfalfa because it is too rich at this point.
Feeding Alfalfa or Clover hay to adult rabbits can lead to urine sludge and in severe cases cause the urine to become paste-like and kidney and bladder stones develop.
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I was wondering if adding a higher protein hay such as Teff would help her to put some weight on, or whether the additional protein is actually a problem for the kidneys.
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Rabbits should have access to fresh grass hay at all times. They should never run out. Refresh/top off at least once daily and expect for some to be wasted every day. Timothy, meadow, orchard, oat, brome, bluegrass and fescue are all great options. Alfalfa is a legume hay, not a grass hay.
