Hi Holland! :wave: There's so many things that can cause a molt to start: stress,underfeeding, overfeeding, illness, heat, switching feeds, inconsistent or not enough of light can cause trouble for a Holland (some say they need light for 10 hours a day-don't mark my words on that figure as it's not something I've seen evidence of myself), feeding at all different times of the day can result in a molt, feeding supplements, such as raisins, sunflower seeds, etc. can cause them to start blowing their coat. By the sounds of your situation, Holland, it sounds like it's primarily the feed that you want to look into. Since you just started this new feed, give it a couple of weeks to see how it goes. How long have you kept the little one on this feed? Sometimes
the pellet companies change the mixture in the pellets, which can cause you to see a reaction of molt in your rabbit. Although 16%+ crude protein in their feed can help a Holland Lop to attain a prime coat, you also have to be careful of the other effect sit could have on your rabbit. Enteritis is one risk for Hollands with protein levels that high. There's a product called Doc's Rabbit Enhancer, Showor Sunshine and some folks use that. You could also give the little one some shreeded wheat once or twice a week when you have to goto shows. There's also wheat germ oil or linatone oil that can extend the life of a prime coat. Of course, plenty of brushing will go a long way to help get rid of the dead fur. Some people give a tiny bit of oats, wheat, and barley to help promote a good coat. Although it's not always necessary, until your little one stops this molting, make sure you give her plenty of good hay. Make sure it's a good quality and nice and green. Most importantly, fresh water every day is a must for a good coat and a healthy rabbit, as you know. It seems like that's just a given, but it needs to be said and remembered. Best of Luck from Fauna and me!
