If you are new to rabbits then do not be alarmed if you see it eating some of their faeces. These are called caecal pellets, and are a vital part of its diet. These are called
caecal pellets, and are a vital part of his
diet. Caecal pellets are soft, smelly,
clumpy faeces, and are a rabbit’s only supply of Vitamin B12. Due to
the design of the rabbit’s digestive system, they cannot extract some vitamins and minerals directly from their food. At the end of their digestive system is an area called the caecum where cellulose and
other plant fibres are broken down
and ferment. After they have been broken down and passed, a rabbit’s digestive system can finally extract the vitamins from them.
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Saturday 20th August 7.30pm
Equestrian Hotel, Horby
Tickets $16