Dried linden leaves for rabbits and small herbivores
Merlin&Cie dried linden leaves are a natural botanical treat for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and degus. Gentle, light and delicately fragrant, they add a new scent and a different texture to a varied rotation of dried plants.
Offered by hand, mixed into hay or hidden in a suitable foraging activity, they encourage the animal to search, sniff, sort and nibble. They are easy to include in everyday feeding, always as a complement to hay and a balanced diet.
Merlin&Cie linden leaves are harvested, low-temperature dried and artisanally packed in Auvergne, France. This simple preparation helps preserve a recognisable, light and naturally fragrant leaf, with nothing unnecessary added.
Why offer dried linden leaves to your rabbit?
- Gentle botanical treat for rabbits and small herbivores
- 100% dried linden leaves
- Delicate, naturally appealing plant scent
- Light texture, easy to mix with hay
- Naturally contains plant fibre
- Contains minerals naturally present in the leaf
- Helps vary the plants offered as part of a balanced diet
- Interesting for foraging, sorting and searching activities
- Harvested, dried and packed in Auvergne, France
Dried linden leaves should remain a botanical treat or complementary feed. They do not replace hay, which should always be available and form the basis of the diet of rabbits and small herbivores.
A gentle leaf to enrich the hay ration
Linden is appreciated for its soft, recognisable plant scent. As dried leaves, it offers a light treat that can help bring variety to the diet of small herbivores.
A few leaves tucked into the hay can make mealtime more stimulating. The animal takes time to forage, select and discover a different scent, naturally enriching its feeding environment.
How to use dried linden leaves
Dried linden leaves can be offered in several ways:
- by hand, as a small botanical treat;
- mixed into hay to vary scents and textures;
- placed in a suitable foraging mat;
- occasionally combined with other compatible dried plants, as part of a varied rotation.
As with any new plant, it is best to start with a small amount, then observe your animal’s tolerance before offering more.
Recommended quantity
- Adult rabbit: 1 to 3 dried leaves, a few times a week.
- Guinea pig: 1 small leaf from time to time.
- Chinchilla and degu: ½ to 1 small leaf, occasionally.
Offer as a complement to hay and a balanced diet. Does not replace hay. Introduce gradually.
As linden leaves may naturally contain minerals, including calcium, it is best to offer them in moderate amounts, especially to animals with a history of urinary issues. If in doubt, ask a vet specialised in exotic pets.
Composition
100% dried linden leaves.
Average estimated analytical constituents
Crude fibre: 23.0% — Crude protein: 13.5% — Crude fat: 2.6% — Crude ash: 8.3%* — Moisture: 10%**
* Crude ash corresponds to the minerals naturally present in the plant.
** Estimated moisture for a dry, brittle plant.
Format
15, 50 or 100 g bag.
Storage
Store in a dry, cool place away from light. Close the bag tightly after opening to preserve the quality, texture and plant scent of the leaves.
