AT A GLANCE
Corkscrew willow is suitable and healthy for rabbits: the unsprayed, non-toxic branches contain nutrients, promote digestion and provide employment. Willow bark has anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties, while willow leaves relieve pain and prevent infection.
Why do rabbits need kibble?
Non-toxic and unsprayed corkscrew willow branches are highly appreciated by the animals.
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The wood promotes digestion and provides the animals with many nutrients. In addition, the branches provide employment and, with their twisted growth habit, interesting environmental attractions. They satisfy the need to chew, so that behavioral disorders such as gnawing on bars can almost always be avoided by feeding them.
Corkscrew willow is very healthy
Rabbits love the branches of the zigzag willow and really enjoy nibbling on them. However, you should not give willow every day, but use it more like a medicine because of its valuable ingredients:
- Willow bark contains large amounts of tannins and traces of salicylic acid. It helps with inflammation and fever.
- Willow leaves have an aromatic scent and are popular with rabbits as dry and wet food. They have a pain-relieving effect and prevent bladder infections and colds.
Where can corkscrew willow branches be cut?
Willow branches from the pet store are often old, short and not very popular with rabbits. The fresh branches the corkscrew pasture on the other hand, the twisted, richly branched growth habit not only makes them look pretty in the cage, they are also gratefully accepted by the animals.
Preferably cut them in your own garden, as you can be sure that the wood is not contaminated with insecticides or pesticides. In the great outdoors, away from industrial plants and busy roads, you can also take zigzag willow branches for your rabbits.
Tip
Your little darling doesn't have to do without the healthy, green branches, even in winter. Cut a few branches from the corkscrew willow and place them in water, they will sprout quickly and can be fed preventively or, in the event of illness, as a supportive feeding.
