pellet foods

[joanna]

I'm sure someone on here tried rabbit pellets, I came across it searching some time back. It's not something I've used.

[16 shells]

Animal fat's and oil's have been used in some, don't know if this still applies.

[longbowassassin]

read in the past this might help,
Rabbit pellets, known for their ease of feeding and rapid weight gain, were originally developed for the rabbit "livestock" market, where rabbits are raised for their meat or fur and not intended to live out their potential lifespan.
For house rabbits, however, pelleted diets can contribute to obesity, chronic soft stools, overproduction of cecals, and from pellets high in calcium, urine sludge and other calcium-related health issues can occur. For the house rabbit who is expected to live 10 years or longer, and may not get enough exercise, a diet that is primarily high in fiber and low in calories is preferred to maintain a healthy weight. And, don't forget plenty of fresh water every day, in a crock or crock & water bottle.
Other problems that can occur with a pelleted diet, is that the pellets most commonly available through pet supply stores are not ones that promote good health. Often, these pellets are high in calcium, contain too much sugar (many contain molasses as a binder), and some manufacturers have even added several dangerous additives to their pellets such as corn, seeds, and dried fruits that clearly cause obesity in house rabbits. Rabbits should get a "plain" pellet that is high in fiber, low in protein and calcium, and does not contain any added seeds or dried fruits.
source,
http://www.sandiegorabbits.org/diet/pellets.html


At last, a natural long-stem fiber diet for Tortoises. Zoo Med is proud to announce the Natural Grassland Tortoise Food and the Natural Forest Tortoise Food. These new formulas contain long-stem fibers an important part of Tortoises natural diet. Only Zoo Meds new food contains this necessary fiber which is not found in any other commercial food. This new Natural food also contains nutritious Dandelion Greens, Yucca and other plants that tortoises love!
source,
http://zoomed.com/db/products/EntryD...=2&EntryID=228

Prefer the zoomed stuff myself.

[Alan1]

Originally Posted by 16 shells

and seem to mention digestive additives, this could be any plant that help's

or a couple of McVities

[Alan1]

Originally Posted by ALDABRA MAN

I supose it would bedifficult to buy a sack of tortoise pellets of the same size as the rabbit pellets , as I would need a very large sack to feed my gang.
2x Aldabras approx weight 7 1/2 stone each,
6x Sulcatas addults,
4x Leopards addults

surrey pet supplies sell them in large quantities (tort pellets). this link is currently not working but I'm sure it's just temporary http://www.surreypetsupplies.co.uk

here 18.18Kg £44 http://www.surreypetsupplies.co.uk/t...oise-food.html

[EJ]

I really don't see the point of it although it can't be any better or worse than any of the other incomplete diets.

Originally Posted by ALDABRA MAN

For or against what are your views on feeding rabbit pellets to sulcatas and Aldabras in the winter as part of there diet. The reason for question is that 2 or 3 other tort keepers have recomended I try them , but I am not sure.

[NATURALIS]

Another option is the grass blocks, these contain only grass , can be fed as is or soaked in water ,and mixed with greens for added fibre .

[Bindi]

Originally Posted by red foot marg

Another option is the grass blocks, these contain only grass , can be fed as is or soaked in water ,and mixed with greens for added fibre .

Where would you get those from Chris?

[NATURALIS]

Originally Posted by Bindi

Where would you get those from Chris?

These are available from any good horse feed place

[16 shells]

Originally Posted by caledonia

or a couple of McVities

Late seeing this .