Special One for rabbits, 500 g is a food for pet rabbits from the Ukrainian brand Special One. It has 20 ingredients: selected herbs in pellet form, a vitamin-enriched compound feed, protein-mineral pellets, grains, dried vegetables and fruit, plus treats — rosehip, hibiscus and parsnip. According to the manufacturer, the protein-mineral pellets improve overall health, help strengthen teeth and bones and improve the coat. The food contains no flavourings, harmful colours or preservatives; it's high in fibre and low in fat to help prevent weight gain. Vitamins and minerals come from medicinal plants, berries and so-called superfoods.
How a rabbit's diet works
Rabbits are herbivores, and their diet is based on hay, which should always be available. It keeps digestion working and wears down constantly growing teeth. A grain mix or pellets is a supplement, while fresh greens and vegetables add variety. More in pet rabbit care and feeding and hay for rabbits and guinea pigs.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | grain and herb mix |
| For | pet rabbits |
| Ingredients | 20 |
| Pellets | herbal, protein-mineral, cereal-vegetable |
| Treats | rosehip, hibiscus, parsnip, carob |
| Free from | flavourings, harmful colours, preservatives |
| Weight | 500 g |
| Brand | Special One, Ukraine |
Pros
- Herbal pellets come first.
- 20 ingredients. Variety for your rabbit.
- High fibre. According to the manufacturer.
- Low fat. Helps prevent weight gain.
- Dandelion root, calendula, rosehip. Botanical extras.
- No flavourings or preservatives.
Cons
- Contains grain. Oats, barley, puffed wheat.
- No analysis. Fibre and protein percentages aren't given.
- No feeding guide.
- Doesn't replace hay. Only a supplement to it.
Ingredients
Assorted herbal pellets, compound feed, protein-mineral pellets, hulless oats, barley, red lentils, ground carob, cereal-vegetable pellets, puffed wheat, dried parsnip, dried pumpkin, dried carrot, dandelion root, rosehip, dried apple, hibiscus, linseed, hulled pumpkin seeds, dried beetroot, calendula flowers.
How to feed it
The site doesn't give a feeding guide. An adult rabbit usually gets a small portion of mix — about one to two tablespoons a day — with unlimited hay and fresh water as the basis. If your rabbit picks out only grains and treats and leaves the pellets, reduce the portion and don't top up until it eats everything. Introduce the food gradually, mixing it with the old one.
Grain in the recipe
The mix includes hulless oats, barley and puffed wheat. For a healthy rabbit with plenty of hay, a small amount of grain isn't a problem, but rabbits prone to weight gain or digestive issues should have the mix in moderation. The manufacturer notes a low fat content, though there's no percentage analysis on the site.
What else a rabbit needs
Besides hay and mix, a rabbit needs fresh greens and leafy vegetables, clean water, twigs for wearing down teeth and a mineral block. Give treats in moderation. A similar food from another maker is Vitapol Karmeo for rabbits, and for a pellet-only diet, compare Vitakraft Pellets.
Switching foods
A rabbit's digestion is very sensitive to sudden changes. Introduce the new food gradually over 7–10 days: start with a small share mixed with the old food and increase it bit by bit. Watch droppings and appetite — if droppings soften or the rabbit eats less, go back to the previous ratio and slow down.
Storage
Store the food somewhere dry and cool in a tightly closed bag or container to keep moths out. Before feeding, check for any mouldy or damp smell.
Who it suits
Owners of pet rabbits who want a varied mix with herbal pellets, vegetables and berries to complement hay. More foods are in the small pet food section. The same brand makes food for guinea pigs and for hamsters.
Verdict
Special One for rabbits is a 20-ingredient mix with herbal pellets first, protein-mineral pellets, vegetables, rosehip, hibiscus and parsnip, free from flavourings and preservatives. The downsides are that it contains grain, the site gives no analysis or feeding guide, and the mix doesn't replace hay.
FAQ
How many ingredients does it contain?
20.
What comes first in the recipe?
Herbal pellets.
Does it contain grain?
Yes: hulless oats, barley and puffed wheat.
Which treats are included?
Rosehip, hibiscus, parsnip and carob.
Do I need to give hay?
Yes, hay is the basis of the diet; the mix is only a supplement.
Is an analysis given?
No.
How much does the pack weigh?
500 g.
