Wooden Group Feeder 27 cm for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits and Rodents

Trixie Wooden Group Feeder 27 cm for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits and Rodents

The Trixie Wooden Group Feeder 27 cm is a spacious, elongated feeder made of natural bark wood. Due to its wide shape, multiple animals can access the bowl at the same time, making this feeder particularly convenient for guinea pigs and rabbits that eat together.

DRD has chosen this group feeder as a practical feeding station for dry food, herbs, hay toppings, and snacks. The bowl has a capacity of approximately 450 ml, making it suitable for rats, chinchillas, and degus as well, provided you use it for dry products and regularly check for signs of gnawing.

Pros

✔ Spacious elongated feed bowl for multiple animals
✔ Made from natural bark wood
✔ Content of approx. 450 ml
✔ Great for dry kibble, herbs, and snacks
✔ Suitable for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, chinchillas, and degus
✔ Beautiful natural look in the enclosure
! Do not use for water, wet food, or moist vegetables

Why choose a group feeder?

For social animals, it is pleasant when there is enough eating space. Guinea pigs and rabbits often like to eat at the same time, especially when something tasty is offered. An elongated group feeder provides more space along the edge, allowing multiple animals to access their food at the same time.

This makes the feeding area calmer and more organized. Instead of one small bowl that animals have to crowd around, you can offer dry food, herbs, or snacks more widely. This can be especially nice during feeding time for groups of guinea pigs or pairs of rabbits.

Moreover, the natural bark look fits beautifully into an enclosure with hay, wooden houses, tunnels, and other natural materials. This way, the feeding area becomes not only practical but also an integral part of the decor.

For which animals is the Wooden Group Feeder suitable?

• Guinea pig: very suitable as a group feeding bowl for dry food, herbs, or snacks. The elongated shape gives multiple guinea pigs room to eat at the same time.
• Rabbit: suitable for small to medium-sized rabbits or pairs fed dry food or herbs together. For large rabbits, a larger or heavier bowl may sometimes be more practical.
• Rat: suitable as a spacious food or snack bowl, especially for multiple rats. However, check regularly for gnawing marks.
• Chinchilla: suitable for dry food, herbs, or suitable snacks. Do not use for moist products.
• Degu: suitable for dry food or herbal enrichment. Monitor degus extra carefully for gnawing, as they may actively work on wood.

For small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils, this tray is usually on the large side as a regular food bowl. Smaller food bowls are often more logical for those animals, unless you intentionally use the tray as a spacious snack or foraging area in a large enclosure.

Use for guinea pigs

For guinea pigs, this group feeder is especially useful when you keep multiple animals together. Guinea pigs enjoy eating together and can become restless if there is too little space around the feeding area. Due to the length of the bowl, multiple guinea pigs can eat side by side.

Use the container, for example, for guinea pig pellets, dried herbs, small pieces of dried vegetables, or as a place for a dry herb mix. This wooden container is less suitable for fresh vegetables, as moisture can seep into the wood.

• Use for dry food, spices, and snacks.
• Place the container on a dry, flat surface.
• Remove food scraps daily.
• For wet vegetables, it is better to use a ceramic or plastic food bowl.

Use for rabbits

For rabbits, the Wooden Group Feeder can be a beautiful, natural feeding spot for dry food or herbs. Especially with a pair of rabbits, it is pleasant when both animals can access the bowl at the same time without immediately pushing each other away.

Do not use the bowl as a water bowl, and preferably not for wet vegetables either. Wood absorbs moisture, making it less hygienic and prone to wear and tear. A ceramic food or water bowl is more practical for water or fresh vegetables.

• Suitable for kibble, dry herbs, and snacks.
• Nice for couples or small groups.
• Do not use as a water bowl.
• Do not fill with moist ingredients for a long time.

For use in rats, chinchillas, and degus

For rats, chinchillas, and degus, this bowl can be used as a spacious snack or food bowl for dry products. Think of dry pellets, herbs, dried snacks, or a small foraging mix that you want to present in an organized manner.

These animal species can actively gnaw. That is normal behavior, but it also means that you must regularly inspect wooden products. If the box is gnawed too far, becomes sharp, or is unstable, it is time to replace it.

• Use only for dry products.
• Check regularly for signs of gnawing.
• Remove sharp edges or replace the bin when necessary.
• Place the container in a dry place, not directly under a water bottle.

What can you use this food bowl for?

The Wooden Group Feeder is primarily intended for dry products. With a capacity of approx. 450 ml, you can use it as a regular feed bowl, but also as a snack or herb bowl for a group of animals.

• Dry kibble or pellets.
• Dried herb mixes.
• Dried flowers or leaves.
• Dried vegetables.
• Small snacks or nibbles.
• Hay toppings or forage layers.

Do not use this bowl for water, wet food, fresh vegetables, or moist ingredients. Moisture can seep into the wood, making the bowl less hygienic and shortening its appearance.

Tip: Use this container as a herb or snack station in a guinea pig or rabbit enclosure. Sprinkle a small amount of dried herbs inside so that multiple animals can quietly sniff and eat at the same time.

Not suitable for water or moist ingredients

Because this food bowl is made of wood/bark, it is not suitable as a water bowl. It is also best not to offer moist ingredients in this bowl, such as fresh vegetables, wet food, or juicy snacks.

Wood can absorb moisture. As a result, the bowl can stain more quickly, retain odors, or become less hygienic. For water and moist food, it is better to choose a ceramic food bowl, a water bowl, or a suitable drinking bottle.

• Do not use as a water bowl.
• Do not use for wet food.
• Do not use for extended periods for fresh vegetables.
• Suitable for dry food, herbs, and dried snacks.

Bark wood with a natural look

The Wooden Group Feeder is made of bark wood. Bark wood has a natural, rustic appearance and may vary slightly in color, structure, and finish from product to product. This makes every feeder just a little bit different.

With bark wood, it is possible that a small piece of bark may come loose in some places. This is part of the natural character of the material and normally does not affect the function of the bin. However, do check the bin regularly for loose parts, sharp edges, and gnaw marks.

Cleaning and maintenance

A wooden food bowl looks its best when used dry. Remove food residue daily and tap loose crumbs or herbs out of the bowl. If the bowl gets dirty, wipe it down gently and let it dry completely before using it again.

• Use the container primarily for dry products.
• Remove old food residues daily.
• Let the container dry thoroughly if it has become damp.
• Do not place the container directly under a drinking bottle or water bowl.
• Check regularly for gnaw marks, loose bark, and sharp edges.
• Do not use the container anymore if it has become damaged, sharp, or unhygienic.

Dimensions and specifications

Product: Wooden Group Feeder 27 cm

Brand: Trixie

Material: wood/bark wood

Dimensions: approx. 27 × 13 × 5 cm

Contents: approx. 450 ml

Use: dry food, herbs, dried snacks and hay toppings

Suitable for: rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and degus

Special notes: not suitable for water or moist ingredients

Good to know

• Use only for dry food, spices, and snacks.
• Do not use for water, wet food, or moist ingredients.
• Check regularly for wear, gnaw marks, loose bark, and sharp edges.
• Place the container on a dry, flat surface.
• Remove food remnants daily.
• Let the container dry thoroughly if it has become damp.
• Check strong gnawers extra carefully for damage.
• Replace the container when it becomes sharp, unstable, or unhygienic.

Frequently Asked Questions

For which animals is the Wooden Group Feeder suitable?

The bowl is suitable for rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and degus. The elongated shape is particularly convenient for guinea pigs and rabbits when multiple animals are eating at the same time.

How big is the Wooden Group Feeder?

The food bowl has dimensions of approx. 27 × 13 × 5 cm.

How much fits in the food bowl?

The content is approx. 450 ml.

Can this container be used as a water bowl?

No, this wooden food bowl is not suitable for water. For water, you are better off choosing a ceramic water bowl or drinking bottle.

Can I put fresh vegetables in it?

Preferably not. Fresh vegetables contain moisture, which can soak into the wood. Use this container primarily for dry food, herbs, and dried snacks.

Is this cage suitable for multiple guinea pigs?

Yes, the elongated shape is particularly handy for multiple guinea pigs. Multiple animals can reach the feeding area more easily at the same time.

Is the litter box suitable for rabbits?

Yes, the bowl is suitable for rabbits, especially for dry food, herbs, and snacks. For water or fresh vegetables, a ceramic bowl is more practical.

What is the container made of?

The bowl is made of wood/bark. This gives the food bowl a natural look and fits nicely in an enclosure with natural materials.

Useful shopping links

• Food bowls for rodents and rabbits
• Feed bowls
• Bark wood products
• Guinea pig food bowls
• Rabbit food bowls
• Rat food bowls
• Chinchilla food bowls
• Degoe food bowls
• Rodent and rabbit herbs
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