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best rabbit pellets in Singapore, 2026 comparison

updated 12 May 2026

pellets are the smallest part of a healthy adult rabbit’s diet, only about 5 percent, but the wrong brand causes more long-term harm than any other diet mistake SG owners make. cheap pellets are too high in protein, too low in fibre, and full of seeds and grains that rabbits should not be eating.

this guide compares the brands available in Singapore, the ones to buy, the ones to skip, and how much you actually need to feed.

what to look for

a good adult-rabbit pellet has:

  • at least 18 percent fibre, ideally 20 to 25 percent
  • timothy hay as the first ingredient, not alfalfa (alfalfa pellets are for juveniles only)
  • protein between 12 and 16 percent. higher than 16 percent is for pregnant or nursing does, not pets
  • calcium below 1.0 percent for adults to avoid bladder sludge
  • uniform pellets, no seeds, no colourful bits, no dried fruit. those are muesli mixes and should be avoided

most SG-sold pellet brands fail at least one of these criteria. the ones that pass are the ones worth buying.

the brands

Oxbow Garden Select Adult Rabbit Food

Oxbow’s adult pellet line. timothy-based, around 25 percent fibre, 14 percent protein, 0.6 percent calcium. uniform extruded pellets, no fillers.

  • fibre: 25%
  • first ingredient: timothy hay
  • price per kg: SGD 18 to 25
  • where to buy: most SG pet shops, Amazon SG, Shopee

verdict: top choice for adult rabbits. used by SG exotic vets as their default recommendation.

Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food

the older Oxbow line, still widely sold. slightly cheaper than Garden Select. similar fibre and protein profile, slightly less varied ingredient list.

  • fibre: 25%
  • first ingredient: timothy hay
  • price per kg: SGD 15 to 22
  • where to buy: Amazon SG, Shopee, most SG pet shops

verdict: nearly identical to Garden Select, slightly cheaper. either works.

Sherwood Adult Rabbit Pet Food

US brand, grain-free, soy-free, alfalfa-free for the adult line. higher price, harder to find in SG. some SG rabbit owners swear by it for picky eaters or rabbits with chronic soft stools.

  • fibre: 24%
  • first ingredient: timothy hay
  • price per kg: SGD 30 to 45 with shipping
  • where to buy: Amazon SG, specialty retailers, direct import

verdict: premium option, especially for rabbits with sensitive guts. expensive but worth trying if Oxbow does not work.

Burgess Excel Adult Rabbit Nuggets

UK brand, mid-tier price, sold in SG by importers. timothy-based, slightly higher protein than Oxbow, includes prebiotics.

  • fibre: 22%
  • first ingredient: timothy hay (in nuggets line) or grass meal
  • price per kg: SGD 14 to 20
  • where to buy: Amazon SG, Shopee, select SG pet shops

verdict: solid mid-tier choice. ensure you are buying the “Nuggets” (extruded uniform pellets) and not the muesli mixes Burgess also sells.

Supreme Science Selective Rabbit

UK brand, premium positioning. timothy-based, good fibre, no artificial colours.

  • fibre: 22%
  • first ingredient: timothy hay or grass meal depending on variant
  • price per kg: SGD 16 to 24
  • where to buy: Amazon SG, Shopee, pet shops

verdict: good Oxbow alternative, particularly if your shop does not stock Oxbow consistently.

the brands to avoid

these are sold in SG supermarkets and big-box pet shops. they look colourful and fun. they are bad for rabbits:

  • anything labelled “muesli” or with visible seeds, grains, dried fruit, or pellets in different colours. rabbits selectively eat the high-calorie bits and leave the fibre
  • alfalfa-first pellets sold as adult food. fine for juveniles under 6 months, dangerous for adults
  • supermarket house brands with vague ingredient lists, often higher than 16 percent protein and below 18 percent fibre
  • rabbit food sold near hamster food in the small-animal aisle. usually generic mixes formulated for rodents

if the bag has rainbow-coloured bits visible, walk away.

how much to feed

for an average 1.5 to 2.5 kg adult rabbit:

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons of pellets per day, total
  • never refill the bowl mid-day even if empty. pellets are a vitamin supplement, not a food source
  • adjust down if the rabbit is overweight, up only if underweight and the vet agrees
  • juvenile rabbits under 6 months: alfalfa pellets, free-fed during growth. switch to timothy-based pellets at 6 months, limited portions

most SG owners overfeed pellets in the first year. one or two tablespoons looks like nothing in a bowl. it is enough.

what owners often get wrong

  • feeding pellets as the main food — hay is the main food. pellets are a supplement
  • buying muesli mixes thinking they are healthier because they look like real food — they are worse, not better
  • switching brands abruptly — transition over 7 to 10 days; sudden change causes soft stools
  • not reading the ingredient label — “rabbit food” is not a regulated term; the bag does not have to mean what the front says

community-sourced information here is not veterinary advice. for any diet concern see a licensed SG exotic vet. some links on this page are affiliate links — buying through them costs you nothing extra.

community-sourced information, not veterinary advice. for medical issues, see a licensed SG exotic vet — start with our vet directory.

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