Peckish Junior Lucerne Hay for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs (750g)

Peckish Small Animal Greens – Junior is lucerne hay grown on Tasmanian farms, intended for rabbits and guinea pigs under 12 months old, and for dwarf breeds. Lucerne (you may also see it called alfalfa) is naturally richer in protein and calcium than ordinary grass hay, which is exactly what a growing animal laying down bone and muscle needs. It’s a different tool from your everyday hay, and knowing when to use it is the whole trick.

Features

• Lucerne hay grown on Tasmanian farms
• Higher in protein and calcium than grass hay
• High in fibre, encouraging natural chewing and dental wear
• Formulated for rabbits and guinea pigs under 12 months, including dwarf breeds
• Can be fed on its own or mixed through other hays

Good to know: the 12-month rule matters

The same calcium that helps a baby rabbit build bone is more than a fully grown one needs, so lucerne is a growth food rather than a lifelong staple. The usual approach is to feed lucerne freely while they’re young, then transition to grass hay as the everyday staple once they’re mature — blending the two during the changeover so the switch isn’t abrupt. In adults, lucerne is best kept as an occasional handful rather than the main event. The source information also notes it can support older animals through breeding and tissue repair, so a vet may specifically recommend it for a particular adult.

How to use

Offer it as part of the daily hay ration, on its own or mixed with grass hay. Keep fresh water available, and top the hay up regularly rather than letting it sit — hay that has been rained on, or stored damp through a humid summer, can go mouldy and should be thrown out.

Common questions

My rabbit is eight months old. Should it still be on lucerne?
Yes — under 12 months is the window this hay is designed for. Around the 12-month mark, start blending in grass hay and shift lucerne to a treat.

Can adults eat it at all?
In moderation, as a treat rather than a staple. If you have a rabbit with a history of urinary problems, check with your vet before offering a high-calcium hay.

Does this replace pellets?
No. Hay is the foundation of the diet; pellets sit alongside it. This is your hay component, not a complete feed.

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