Animal Welfare Regulations - (Apply to Pet Merchants Only)

Part 3 - Standards: Subpart C - Specifications For Handling, Care, Treatment And Transportation Of Rabbits

Animal Health And Husbandry Standards - Section 3.54 Feeding

1. Rabbits shall be fed at least once each day except as otherwise might be required to provide adequate veterinary care. The food shall be free from contamination, wholesome, palatable and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the rabbit.
   
   
2. Food receptacles shall be accessible to all rabbits in a primary enclosure and shall be located so as to minimize contamination by excreta. All food receptacles shall be kept clean. If self-feeders are used for the feeding of dry feed, measures must be taken to prevent molding, deterioration or caking of the feed.