Trixie Vitamin Drops with carrot, 75 g are a complementary feed for rabbits and guinea pigs in the form of drops with milk, minerals and carrot. The manufacturer suggests giving them as a daily treat or reward — 1–3 drops a day depending on the animal's size. The pack is resealable. Ingredients: sugar, milk and dairy products, oils, fats, vegetables (at least 4% carrot powder), lecithin and vanilla flavouring. The analysis: protein 6%, fat 23.8%, fibre 0.4%, ash 2.6%, calcium 0.21%, phosphorus 0.23%. Per kilogram they add vitamins A (12,000 IU), D3 (1200 IU), E (48 mg) and C (40 mg).
What the ingredients say
Ingredients are listed in descending order, and sugar comes first, followed by dairy, oils and fats. Carrot makes up about 4%. Fat is almost a quarter (23.8%), while fibre is only 0.4%. Rabbits and guinea pigs are strict herbivores: their digestion is built for hay and greens rich in fibre, not for sugar, milk and fat. So these drops are a treat to give "a little at a time", not a vitamin supplement to give without limits.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | treat, drops |
| For | rabbits and guinea pigs |
| First ingredients | sugar, dairy, oils and fats |
| Carrot | at least 4% |
| Protein / fat | 6% / 23.8% |
| Fibre | 0.4% |
| Vitamins | A, D3, E, C |
| Serving | 1–3 drops a day |
| Pack size | 75 g |
Pros
- Small serving. 1–3 drops a day — the manufacturer itself limits the amount.
- Vitamins A, D3, E, C. Vitamin C matters for guinea pigs.
- Handy pack. Resealable.
- Helps with taming. A tasty hand-fed treat.
- Analysis given. You can see how much fat and sugar there is.
Cons and what to watch
- Sugar comes first. Undesirable for herbivorous rodents.
- Milk and fat. 23.8% fat is a lot for a rabbit or guinea pig.
- Almost no fibre. 0.4%.
- Little vitamin C. 40 mg/kg — guinea pigs need fresh vegetables or a dedicated supplement.
- Never exceed the serving. Extra drops risk obesity and digestive problems.
How to give them properly
Stick strictly to the serving: one drop for a small animal, up to three a day for a large rabbit, and not every day. Use the drops as a reward for taming, health checks or nail trims. The basis of the diet remains hay, pellets and fresh greens. How to feed a rabbit is covered in pet rabbit: care and feeding, and a guinea pig in keeping and feeding a guinea pig.
What to give instead
Natural treats for herbivores are pieces of carrot, apple without seeds, lettuce leaves, fruit tree twigs and dried herbs. They provide fibre and vitamins without extra sugar and fat. Bell pepper and parsley are especially useful for guinea pigs as sources of vitamin C. But give fruit in moderation too — it is also high in sugar.
Hay comes first
Rabbits' and guinea pigs' teeth grow throughout life, and it is hay that wears them down. Without enough hay, dental and digestive problems appear, and no treat can fix that. Choosing hay is covered in hay for rabbits and guinea pigs.
When not to give drops
Do not give drops to overweight animals, animals with digestive upsets or very young rabbits with a still delicate gut. If soft stools appear after the treat or the animal starts eating less hay, remove the drops from the diet.
Storage
Close the bag after each use and keep it in a dry, cool place. In the heat, drops containing fat can soften and stick together.
Who it suits
The drops suit healthy rabbits and guinea pigs of normal weight as an occasional treat, with the serving strictly observed. The main diet is in our rabbit food and guinea pig food collections, and other treats are in the vitamins and treats section.
Verdict
Trixie Vitamin Drops with carrot are milk drops with carrot and vitamins A, D3, E and C for rabbits and guinea pigs, 1–3 a day. The downsides are sugar in first place, 23.8% fat and almost no fibre, so they are a "little at a time" treat rather than a vitamin supplement; the basis of the diet is hay and greens.
FAQ
How many drops should I give?
1–3 a day depending on the animal's size.
What is in them?
Sugar, dairy, oils, fats, carrot powder (at least 4%), lecithin and vanilla flavouring.
Can I give them every day?
The manufacturer allows it, but less often and strictly by the serving is better.
Do they contain vitamin C?
Yes, 40 mg/kg — not much; guinea pigs need fresh vegetables.
How much fat?
23.8%.
What can I give instead?
Pieces of carrot, lettuce, twigs and dried herbs.
Who are these drops for?
Rabbits and guinea pigs.
