Pyridoxine is essential for amino acid metabolism, red blood cell production, brain neurotransmitter synthesis, and immune function. It helps your rabbit efficiently use the protein from hay and greens. As with other B vitamins, cecal bacteria produce vitamin B6, which is then consumed through cecotropes. Dietary sources from fresh vegetables provide additional support.
A small piece of bell pepper (about 30g) provides roughly 0.08mg of vitamin B6 — your adult rabbit needs approximately 1 to 2mg of pyridoxine per kilogram of diet, comfortably met through the combination of cecotropes, timothy hay, and daily fresh greens.
0.0% of daily nutrient intake
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) makes up 0.0% of your domestic rabbit's total daily nutritional requirements by weight. That's a tiny amount — but it matters.
Poor growth, anemia, skin problems, neurological symptoms, and reduced immune function. Deficiency is rare in rabbits with normal cecotrope consumption and a varied diet.
Water-soluble and excreted readily. Excess from food sources is not a concern for rabbits.
| Life Stage | Size | Min | Max | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | — | 1 | 2 | mg | Per kilogram of diet. Cecotropes and fresh greens provide adequate pyridoxine. |
Source: NRC 1977, general veterinary consensus
