Why did my horse stop eating hay?
I often suspect mycotoxins when a change in source of hay, chaff or grain suddenly causes a horse to go off its feed. Unpalatable feeds: feeds and forages that are mouldy, stale, rancid or too salty will stop a horse from eating.
Why did my guinea pig stop eating hay?
There is a number of reasons for Guinea Pigs not eating hay. Some guinea pigs eat too much dry food or fresh veggies while others simply don’t like the taste or the smell of that specific type of hay you have served them. Hay also might not be in the best shape, could be moldy or old.
Why did my bunny stop eating hay?
This is because most rabbits prefer pellets to hay. Certainly, if a rabbit that normally eats hay abruptly stops doing so, he should be examined by a rabbit-savvy veterinarian as soon as possible to ensure nothing is wrong, such as a dental problem or gastrointestinal upset. Rabbits are prone to both conditions.
Why is my horse not eating the Hay?
Some horses prefer softer hay, while others relish more stem. “Some horses don’t like grass hay at all, but if the horses are eating some of the grass hay, notice what part of the hay they are not eating,” she says. “It amazes me the way they can pick through the hay to eat what they want and leave the rest.”
Can a short face dog not eat hay?
Not eating hay for the most part won’t cause dental problems, but it won’t correct them, either. Many are genetic, and a pellet diet won’t keep it in check. Short-face breeds like Netherland Dwarfs and Holland Lops are prone to molar spurs, which can be controlled by a diet that includes hay/grass/straw.
Is it better to feed your horse pellets or hay?
He maintained his weight on pasture and 1% of his body weight in pellets in the growing season, and then 1.5% of his body weight in pellets in the winter. It cost more than feeding hay, but I knew he’d be healthier for it, and that was the whole point.
Are there any rabbits that won’t eat hay?
The only one of my rabbits who won’t eat hay is the only one with molar spurs. All rabbit teeth are contantly growing and do need to be worn down, some more than others. My other ‘long-in-the-tooth’ rabbits eat tree bark, chew on wood blocks, straw toys, etc, and never need trimming.