Big Hay Problem-please help!

[poppy9070]

Hi everyone, I'm in a serious dilemma when it comes to finding hay for my girl, where I live is experiencing extreme droughts (dam levels are the lowest they have ever been) and that means a hay shortage! I managed to scrounge 2 bales of meadow hay over the summer (dec) but it has now run out. Everywhere within 2 hours from me only has Lucerne/Alfalfa hay for $20 AUD a bale, not only expensive but not good for the bunn. You can buy compressed bales of Timothy but in ridiculously small bags for about $15 each. I'm at a loss and nearly out of food/bedding. Should I go with the Lucerne and only give in small amounts? (this leaves bedding as an issue) or just go with the pre-packaged?
Any help or ideas greatly appreciated! thanks in advance.

 

[Watermelons]

Perhaps you could share your location??

 

[missyscove]

That does sound frustrating. Are you using the hay as bedding as well as for eating? I'd recommend using something else for bedding (most rabbits do well on just a solid floor and you can use something like wood pellets, paper pellets or even newspaper in the litter box). Then offer the hay in elevated hay feeders to reduce waste.

 

[Azerane]

Yes, can you provide a rough location within Aus? There might be someone nearby you that can help you out, even if it's purchasing hay from further away and meeting in a middle point.