Review on Rabbit Feeding Options Other Than Antibiotics to Encourage Growth

For the purposes of this study, rabbit feeds specifically, the emphasis is on the most well-known compounds that have been explored and produced as alternatives to dietary antibiotics. The article begins with a brief review of the history and achievements of antibiotic growth promoters, before moving on to discuss probiotics, prebiotics, enzymes, and organic acids in that order. It should come as no surprise that when compared to animals like pigs and poultry, data on rabbits is quite limited. Nonetheless, the existing performance outcomes and their potential underlying causes are addressed. The effects of these compounds on digestibility and catcall activity are discussed in detail.