Rabbit Lick Stone: Minerals and Something to Do at Once

Rabbit Lick Stone: A Small Addition With a Big Effect

A lick stone is an addition to the daily ration and at the same time something to keep your animals busy. They nibble and lick at it whenever they feel like it and take in minerals as they go. Here you will find lick stones in different shapes that fix in the hutch or in the enclosure with a wire holder, so they stay clean and off the ground.

Shapes and mounting

A carrot lick stone of 35 g comes with a wire holder and hangs straight on the bars. That way it does not lie in the bedding and does not turn damp. A cupcake lick stone of 50 g contains minerals and salts and lasts a little longer. Put the stone where your rabbits pass by anyway, but not directly above the bowl or the drinker. A dry, easy to reach spot at a comfortable head height is ideal. Check the holder from time to time so the stone stays firmly in place.

Part of the ration, not the basis

Lick stones replace neither hay nor feed. Hay stays the main feed and has to be available at all times, with pellets or muesli in measured portions alongside. The lick stone is the extra next to it. Watch how well it is taken and swap it out once it is worn down or dirty. If you have questions about how your animals are doing, your vet is the right person to ask. Keep an eye on how much your animals nibble at it during the first few days.

Frequently asked questions

How do I mount the lick stone?
Ideally with the wire holder supplied, fixed to the bars at a comfortable height. That keeps it dry and off the bedding. Avoid hanging it directly above the bowl or the drinker.

How long does a lick stone last?
That depends on how often your animals use it. Swap it out as soon as it is heavily worn, damp or dirty. A dry spot makes it last noticeably longer.

Does every rabbit need its own?
In larger groups several stones are practical. Then every animal can get to one in peace without crowding at a single spot. Spread them around the enclosure.