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	* Soybean: Studies show soybean is a superior protein source compared to cowpea or pigeon pea for growing rabbits. Cowpea varieties with high tannin content may harm kidneys and are not recommended as sole protein sources.		* Soybean: Studies show soybean is a superior protein source compared to cowpea or pigeon pea for growing rabbits. Cowpea varieties with high tannin content may harm kidneys and are not recommended as sole protein sources.


			https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0377840119309927

			https://en.engormix.com/pig-industry/amino-acids-swine-nutrition/the-ideal-protein-concept_a50963/

			https://www.nature.com/articles/s42003-024-06322-2

	== Fat ==		== Fat ==

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	* Crowley EJ, King JM, Wilkinson T, Worgan HJ, Huson KM, Rose MT, McEwan NR. (2017). Comparison of the microbial population in rabbits and guinea pigs by next-generation sequencing. PLoS ONE 12(2): e0165779. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0165779		* Crowley EJ, King JM, Wilkinson T, Worgan HJ, Huson KM, Rose MT, McEwan NR. (2017). Comparison of the microbial population in rabbits and guinea pigs by next-generation sequencing. PLoS ONE 12(2): e0165779. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0165779
	* Jenkins J., Brown S. (1993). A Practitioner’s Guide to Rabbits and Ferrets. [Publisher info if available]		* Jenkins J., Brown S. (1993). A Practitioner’s Guide to Rabbits and Ferrets. [Publisher info if available]
	* [Link to ARBA Care Guides]		* [Link to ARBA Care Guides https://arba.net/arba-recommendations-for-the-care-of-rabbits-and-cavies/]
	* [Link to World Rabbit Congress resources]		* [Link to World Rabbit Congress resources http://world-rabbit-science.com/]

	= Pellet Feeding Recommendations =		= Pellet Feeding Recommendations =

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Dr. Susan Smith, Ph.D. — University of Wisconsin-Madison

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	\[[https://sph.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/112/2016/07/Susan\_Smith\_CV.pdf](https://sph.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/112/2016/07/Susan_Smith_CV.pdf) CV]		\[[https://sph.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/112/2016/07/Susan\_Smith\_CV.pdf](https://sph.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/112/2016/07/Susan_Smith_CV.pdf) CV]

	Dr. Smith served on the House Rabbit Society’s National Board of Directors from 2002-2010~~. She~~ has ~~been an invited speaker~~ at ~~HRS conventions~~ and ~~has~~ written ~~various~~ opinion articles ~~for the general public~~. However:		Dr. Smith served on the House Rabbit Society’s National Board of Directors from 2002 to 2010 and has presented at their conferences and written lay opinion articles. Yet, she has no published research on rabbits and no peer-reviewed work on rabbit nutrition or health. Her rabbit involvement appears limited solely to her HRS board role. However:

	* She has no published research studies involving rabbits.		* She has no published research studies involving rabbits.
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	* Her rabbit-related involvement appears to be exclusively as part of the HRS board.		* Her rabbit-related involvement appears to be exclusively as part of the HRS board.

	~~The House Rabbit Society seems to use her academic title and board membership to lend unearned authority to their opinions.~~ This ~~raises concerns about the independence and scientific rigor of~~ the ~~HRS, suggesting it functions more as~~ an activist organization ~~than~~ a ~~research~~-based ~~source~~.		This fact underscores the HRS’s own stance: they are primarily an activist organization, not a science-based authority. By using Dr. Smith’s academic title to back their advice without supporting research, HRS highlights their reliance on advocacy over rigorous scientific evidence.

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	==Feed Related Studies==		=Feed Related Studies=

	[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Researchlinks#REFLECTIONS_ON_RABBIT_NUTRITION_WITH_A_SPECIAL_EMPHASIS_ON_FEED_INGREDIENTS_UTILIZATION Research Links ]		[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Researchlinks#REFLECTIONS_ON_RABBIT_NUTRITION_WITH_A_SPECIAL_EMPHASIS_ON_FEED_INGREDIENTS_UTILIZATION Research Links ]
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	Feed related		==Feed related==

	Nutrition of the Rabbit Second Edition		Nutrition of the Rabbit Second Edition

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	= Other Feed Additives =		= Other Feed Additives =

	==Proteins==		== Proteins ==
			Rabbits require adequate protein for maintenance, growth, and reproduction. While maintenance feeds with 12%-15% protein can sustain non-producing rabbits, a balanced ration containing around 16% protein produces better overall health and condition. Providing a single feed with sufficient protein for all life stages is often easier for management.

	~~While a cheaper maintenance feed can sustain a rabbit on 12%-15% protein for nonproductive animals~~, ~~a Ration of 16% will give best results on overall health and condition of~~ the ~~Rabbit~~. ~~It is worth a little extra cost~~ to ~~feed a rabbit a slightly higher protein balanced maintenance feed.~~		* Corn Distillers: Do not confuse whole or cracked corn with corn distillers, which are the protein-rich remnants after fermentation removes sugars. Sugars promote harmful bacterial overgrowth leading to bloat and GI stasis, so avoiding whole corn kernels is critical.

	~~Although protein is an expensive part of the ration~~, ~~rabbits can be fed higher levels of protein than those required for the type or stage of the rabbit if the ration~~ is ~~adequate in other nutrients. Therefore, it can be easier to use a~~
	~~single ration for all stages of rabbit production. [https://www~~.~~canr.msu.edu/resources/rabbit_tracks_feeds_and_feeding Rabbit Tracks: Feeds and Feeding April 24, 2017 - Author: Michigan State University Extension ]~~

			* Soybean: Studies show soybean is a superior protein source compared to cowpea or pigeon pea for growing rabbits. Cowpea varieties with high tannin content may harm kidneys and are not recommended as sole protein sources.

	*Corn Distillers: Do not confuse feed corn with corn distillers. Distillers is the pure protein centers of corn after the brewing process eats all the sugars out of it. When the studies on corn started coming out it created a better understanding of how those break down into sugars... and ~~sugars cause bad bacterial gut blooms that cause bloat~~ , ~~GI stasis~~ and ~~death~~.		== Fat ==
			Fats provide concentrated energy and are important for coat and skin health. Common fat sources include oils and black oil sunflower seeds, which also supply essential fatty acids and vitamin E.

			== Carbohydrates ==
			Carbohydrates provide energy, but care must be taken to avoid simple sugars that disrupt gut flora.

	*~~Soybean~~ :		* Corn: Whole or cracked corn kernels should never be fed to rabbits. However, certain corn by-products (like corn distillers) are acceptable when used correctly.
	~~conclusion from this study don't use CowPea~~, ~~it will destroy the kidneys and New Zealand's absolutely fail on it. Soybean can be~~ used ~~safely as a sole or additive source of proteins~~ .

	~~The results observed in this study indicate the superiority of soybean over pigeon pea~~ and ~~cowpea as sole~~ sources ~~of protein in rabbit rations. The study further demonstrated~~ that ~~pigeon pea was superior to cowpea as a sole source of protein in~~		* Oats and Beet Pulp Shreds: These are common carbohydrate sources that also provide some fiber.
	~~rabbit rations. The study has~~ also indicated that even though soybean has been observed to be more effective than pigeon pea and cowpea as a protein supplement, pigeon pea can replace soybean without adversely affecting the performance of
	~~rabbits. Results of this study suggest that the variety of cowpea used in these experiments is not suitable as a sole source of protein in rabbit rations because of its high tannin content.~~
	~~Donald Chisowa~~
	~~[https://www.academia~~.edu/11351185/Evaluation_of_soybean_Glycine_max_cowpea_Vigna_unguiculata_and_pigeon_pea_Cajanus_cajan_as_sole_sources_of_proteins_for_growing_rabbits?email_work_card=title Evaluation of soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) as sole sources of proteins for growing rabbits]

	==~~Fat~~==		== Fiber ==
	*oils		Fiber is crucial for maintaining healthy digestive motility and preventing gut disorders. The quality and particle size of fiber directly influence gut health and immune function.
	*Black Oil Sunflower seeds

	~~==Carbs==~~		* Excessively high fiber (>25% Acid Detergent Fiber) dilutes dietary energy and reduces growth rates because rabbits cannot consume enough feed to compensate.
	* ~~[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Corn Corn*]~~
	Do not feed whole or cracked corn to rabbits~~, certain corn by-products and~~ feed ~~derivatives are ok, but not the kernels. Rabbits can not digest the whole or cracked kernels and it will cause a sugar over load in the hind gut leading~~ to ~~bloat and GI stais~~ .

	*~~Oats~~		* Studies indicate that fiber particle size affects mortality, immunity, and gut bacteria populations in rabbits, with heterogeneous particle sizes increasing lignin content and digestive stress.
	*Beet Pulp Shreds

	~~==Fiber==~~		Common fiber sources include timothy hay and beet pulp shreds, which help maintain optimal gut function.

	~~The~~ digestion of ~~fibre in the rabbit was subjected to several recent reviews (GIDENNE, 1996;~~		== Enzymes ==
	~~GIDENNE et al., 1998d; DE BLAS et al., 1999), as the~~ dietary ~~fibre supply is implicated in the~~		Enzymatic supplements can aid digestion, especially during periods of stress or dietary transition. These include papaya enzyme and other proteolytic enzymes.
	~~prevention of the digestive disorders (GIDENNE, 1997). However, the favourable effect of fibres with~~
	~~respect to resistance to pathogenic agents was clearly shown only recently (LICOIS and GIDENNE,~~
	~~1999)~~. ~~In 2000, the same team has also clearly demonstrated the interaction between the initial~~
	~~health status of the animal (SPF vs conventional)~~ and ~~the reaction to low fibre feeds: the higher the~~
	~~initial health status, the lower the digestive disorders frequency (BENNEGADI et al., 2000)~~
	~~On the~~ other ~~hand, a high fibre supply leads to an energy dilution of the diet. The animal thus~~
	~~attempts to increase its feed intake to satisfy energetic needs, and the feed conversion is reduced.~~
	~~<b>When the dietary fibre level is very high (>25% ADF), the animal cannot increase its intake~~
	~~sufficiently to meet its energetic needs, thus leading to a lower growth rate. </b>~~
	~~<i>~ F. Lebas & T~~. ~~Gidenne «Recent research advances in rabbit nutrition» page 4 </i>~~

			== Supplements ==
			Additional supplements may be used to address specific nutritional needs or to support reproductive performance, coat condition, or digestive health. These are best used judiciously and tailored to the animal's life stage and condition.

			== Notes and References ==
	~~Feeds to increase~~ fiber		* See detailed reviews on fiber digestion and its effects on rabbit health (Gidenne 1996, De Blas 1999, Licois & Gidenne 1999, Bennegadi et al. 2000).
	*~~beet Pulp Shreds~~		* Particle size and fiber content significantly affect mortality, immune response, and gut bacterial populations (source: https://scialert.net/fulltext/?doi=pjn.2019.101.108).
	*Timothy		* Avoid feeding whole or cracked corn kernels; use corn distillers cautiously.



	~~Notes to review~~:

	~~https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7054611/~~

	https://scialert.net/fulltext/?doi=pjn.2019.101.108~~#:~:text=If%20the%20composition%20of%20fiber,stress%2Dinducing%20digestive%20system%20disorders.~~
	~~"If the composition of fiber feed is not homogenous in terms of particle size (i.e., the feed particles are different sizes~~), the proportion of the lignin content will be increased. The need for fiber particles in feed increased and was positively correlated with the presence of lignin7. In general, the size of the fiber particles for rabbits ranges from 0.5-1.5 mm before pellets are made. The particle size of the feed affects digestion and is essential for motility in the rabbit gut8. ~~Particle size can cause a decrease in the quality of nutrients and promote stress-inducing digestive system disorders."~~



	"The interaction between the NDF concentration and fiber particle size had a significant effect (p<0.05) on the cumulative mortality of NZW crossbred rabbits from 5-12 weeks of age. The F2P2 and F3P2 treatment combinations showed the lowest mortality rates (0%) (Table 2). The average mortality in all treatment groups up to 12 weeks of age was 19.44%. The results in this study showed that the highest mortality occurred at 8 and 9 weeks of age. The mortality in the F1P2 and F2P3 treatment groups at 9 weeks of age was 18.75% and the total mortality rate in all treatment groups was 6.25% (Table 2). The treatment group with the lowest NDF level (F1) showed the highest mortality rate (14.58%) at 8 weeks of age and the average mortality rate in all NDF feed grade groups was 6.94% (Table 2).

	Fiber particle size had a significant effect (p<0.05) on the number of leukocytes, eosinophils and neutrophils in NZW crossbred rabbits that were in the postweaning period. Increases in fiber particle size could increase leukocyte levels from 3.83-6.57×109 dL–1, eosinophil levels from 0.04-0.07×109 L–1 and neutrophil levels from 2.18-3.96×109 L–1 in rabbits in the postweaning period. These values were above the normal standards (Table 2).

	The interaction between the NDF level and fiber particle size had a significant effect (p<0.05) on the number of lymphocytes in postweaning period rabbits, with the mean of 1.66×109 L–1, although this value was still within the normal range (0.8-6.5×109 L–1) (Table 2).

	The NDF level and fiber particle size each had a significant main effect (p>0.05) on the number of E. coli bacteria in the contents of the caecum, with an average of 3.01×109 CFU mL–1 during the NZW rabbit postweaning period but there was no interaction. Level F1 showed the highest average value of E. coli bacterial contamination at 3.37×109 CFU mL–1. Level P2 showed the lowest average E. coli bacterial contamination value at 2.70×109 CFU mL–1 (Table 3)."
	~~"CONCLUSION~~
	It is concluded that the mortality rate up to the 12th week of development in NZW rabbits was 19.44%. The treatment combinations F3P2 and F2P2 showed the lowest mortality rate (0%), as well as low E. coli infections of 2.55and 2.70×109 CFU mL–1, respectively. This result showed that there was a relationship between mortality and E. coli infection. The feed treatment affected the hematological values of rabbits in the postweaning period. Differences in infection rates and stress in postweaning period rabbits were also observed as a response to differences in feed. This study showed that feed affected mortality, immunity, hematology and stress status of rabbits in the postweaning period. The F3P2 treatment combination was the best feed tested in this study."

	~~==Enzymes==~~

	~~==Supplements==~~

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	* Digestive Aid : increases uptake of nutrients. A few common supplements that assist in are Papaya enzyme, which will also help break down ingested wool and fur during shedding season. Fiber in the form of Grass hays , Beet pulp shreds, *keep amounts small high in sugar. Shredded Plain Pumpkin.		* Digestive Aid : increases uptake of nutrients. A few common supplements that assist in are Papaya enzyme, which will also help break down ingested wool and fur during shedding season. Fiber in the form of Grass hays , Beet pulp shreds, *keep amounts small high in sugar. Shredded Plain Pumpkin.

	== Other Feed Additives ==		= Other Feed Additives =

	===Proteins===		==Proteins==

	While a cheaper maintenance feed can sustain a rabbit on 12%-15% protein for nonproductive animals, a Ration of 16% will give best results on overall health and condition of the Rabbit. It is worth a little extra cost to feed a rabbit a slightly higher protein balanced maintenance feed.		While a cheaper maintenance feed can sustain a rabbit on 12%-15% protein for nonproductive animals, a Ration of 16% will give best results on overall health and condition of the Rabbit. It is worth a little extra cost to feed a rabbit a slightly higher protein balanced maintenance feed.
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	[https://www.academia.edu/11351185/Evaluation_of_soybean_Glycine_max_cowpea_Vigna_unguiculata_and_pigeon_pea_Cajanus_cajan_as_sole_sources_of_proteins_for_growing_rabbits?email_work_card=title Evaluation of soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) as sole sources of proteins for growing rabbits]		[https://www.academia.edu/11351185/Evaluation_of_soybean_Glycine_max_cowpea_Vigna_unguiculata_and_pigeon_pea_Cajanus_cajan_as_sole_sources_of_proteins_for_growing_rabbits?email_work_card=title Evaluation of soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) as sole sources of proteins for growing rabbits]

	===Fat===		==Fat==
	*oils		*oils
	*Black Oil Sunflower seeds		*Black Oil Sunflower seeds

	===Carbs===		==Carbs==
	* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Corn Corn*]		* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Corn Corn*]
	Do not feed whole or cracked corn to rabbits, certain corn by-products and feed derivatives are ok, but not the kernels. Rabbits can not digest the whole or cracked kernels and it will cause a sugar over load in the hind gut leading to bloat and GI stais .		Do not feed whole or cracked corn to rabbits, certain corn by-products and feed derivatives are ok, but not the kernels. Rabbits can not digest the whole or cracked kernels and it will cause a sugar over load in the hind gut leading to bloat and GI stais .
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	*Beet Pulp Shreds		*Beet Pulp Shreds

	===Fiber===		==Fiber==

	The digestion of fibre in the rabbit was subjected to several recent reviews (GIDENNE, 1996;		The digestion of fibre in the rabbit was subjected to several recent reviews (GIDENNE, 1996;
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	It is concluded that the mortality rate up to the 12th week of development in NZW rabbits was 19.44%. The treatment combinations F3P2 and F2P2 showed the lowest mortality rate (0%), as well as low E. coli infections of 2.55and 2.70×109 CFU mL–1, respectively. This result showed that there was a relationship between mortality and E. coli infection. The feed treatment affected the hematological values of rabbits in the postweaning period. Differences in infection rates and stress in postweaning period rabbits were also observed as a response to differences in feed. This study showed that feed affected mortality, immunity, hematology and stress status of rabbits in the postweaning period. The F3P2 treatment combination was the best feed tested in this study."		It is concluded that the mortality rate up to the 12th week of development in NZW rabbits was 19.44%. The treatment combinations F3P2 and F2P2 showed the lowest mortality rate (0%), as well as low E. coli infections of 2.55and 2.70×109 CFU mL–1, respectively. This result showed that there was a relationship between mortality and E. coli infection. The feed treatment affected the hematological values of rabbits in the postweaning period. Differences in infection rates and stress in postweaning period rabbits were also observed as a response to differences in feed. This study showed that feed affected mortality, immunity, hematology and stress status of rabbits in the postweaning period. The F3P2 treatment combination was the best feed tested in this study."

	===Enzymes===		==Enzymes==

	===Supplements===		==Supplements==

	=Hay Feeding recommendations and balancing :=		=Hay Feeding recommendations and balancing :=

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	* Digestive Aid : increases uptake of nutrients. A few common supplements that assist in are Papaya enzyme, which will also help break down ingested wool and fur during shedding season. Fiber in the form of Grass hays , Beet pulp shreds, *keep amounts small high in sugar. Shredded Plain Pumpkin.		* Digestive Aid : increases uptake of nutrients. A few common supplements that assist in are Papaya enzyme, which will also help break down ingested wool and fur during shedding season. Fiber in the form of Grass hays , Beet pulp shreds, *keep amounts small high in sugar. Shredded Plain Pumpkin.

	=== Other Feed Additives ===		== Other Feed Additives ==

	====Proteins====		===Proteins===

	While a cheaper maintenance feed can sustain a rabbit on 12%-15% protein for nonproductive animals, a Ration of 16% will give best results on overall health and condition of the Rabbit. It is worth a little extra cost to feed a rabbit a slightly higher protein balanced maintenance feed.		While a cheaper maintenance feed can sustain a rabbit on 12%-15% protein for nonproductive animals, a Ration of 16% will give best results on overall health and condition of the Rabbit. It is worth a little extra cost to feed a rabbit a slightly higher protein balanced maintenance feed.
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	[https://www.academia.edu/11351185/Evaluation_of_soybean_Glycine_max_cowpea_Vigna_unguiculata_and_pigeon_pea_Cajanus_cajan_as_sole_sources_of_proteins_for_growing_rabbits?email_work_card=title Evaluation of soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) as sole sources of proteins for growing rabbits]		[https://www.academia.edu/11351185/Evaluation_of_soybean_Glycine_max_cowpea_Vigna_unguiculata_and_pigeon_pea_Cajanus_cajan_as_sole_sources_of_proteins_for_growing_rabbits?email_work_card=title Evaluation of soybean (Glycine max), cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) as sole sources of proteins for growing rabbits]

	====Fat====		===Fat===
	*oils		*oils
	*Black Oil Sunflower seeds		*Black Oil Sunflower seeds

	====Carbs====		===Carbs===
	* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Corn Corn*]		* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Corn Corn*]
	Do not feed whole or cracked corn to rabbits, certain corn by-products and feed derivatives are ok, but not the kernels. Rabbits can not digest the whole or cracked kernels and it will cause a sugar over load in the hind gut leading to bloat and GI stais .		Do not feed whole or cracked corn to rabbits, certain corn by-products and feed derivatives are ok, but not the kernels. Rabbits can not digest the whole or cracked kernels and it will cause a sugar over load in the hind gut leading to bloat and GI stais .
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	*Beet Pulp Shreds		*Beet Pulp Shreds

	====Fiber====		===Fiber===

	The digestion of fibre in the rabbit was subjected to several recent reviews (GIDENNE, 1996;		The digestion of fibre in the rabbit was subjected to several recent reviews (GIDENNE, 1996;
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	It is concluded that the mortality rate up to the 12th week of development in NZW rabbits was 19.44%. The treatment combinations F3P2 and F2P2 showed the lowest mortality rate (0%), as well as low E. coli infections of 2.55and 2.70×109 CFU mL–1, respectively. This result showed that there was a relationship between mortality and E. coli infection. The feed treatment affected the hematological values of rabbits in the postweaning period. Differences in infection rates and stress in postweaning period rabbits were also observed as a response to differences in feed. This study showed that feed affected mortality, immunity, hematology and stress status of rabbits in the postweaning period. The F3P2 treatment combination was the best feed tested in this study."		It is concluded that the mortality rate up to the 12th week of development in NZW rabbits was 19.44%. The treatment combinations F3P2 and F2P2 showed the lowest mortality rate (0%), as well as low E. coli infections of 2.55and 2.70×109 CFU mL–1, respectively. This result showed that there was a relationship between mortality and E. coli infection. The feed treatment affected the hematological values of rabbits in the postweaning period. Differences in infection rates and stress in postweaning period rabbits were also observed as a response to differences in feed. This study showed that feed affected mortality, immunity, hematology and stress status of rabbits in the postweaning period. The F3P2 treatment combination was the best feed tested in this study."

	====Enzymes====		===Enzymes===

	====Supplements====		===Supplements===

	=Hay Feeding recommendations and balancing :=		=Hay Feeding recommendations and balancing :=