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2. Bread, Pasta, Cookies, and Crackers. These high-carb sugary treats will really only “treat” your bunny to stomach issues. Avoid foods high in sugar or artificial ingredients, as—like yogurt drops—they could potentially lead to enterotoxemia.
Can rabbits eat biscuits?
Treats: these are full of sugar and carbohydrates. They are like sweets for children, and rabbits enjoy them. Equally, they like biscuits and chocolate.
Can rabbits eat nuggets?
Feed your rabbits a small amount of good quality pellets/nuggets daily. Measure 25g (an eggcup-full) of pellets per kg of your rabbit’s body weight; for a medium-sized rabbit (2kg) feed a maximum of two full eggcups.
What food do rabbits go crazy for?
Safe Veggies for Rabbits Bunnies go crazy for veggies (we wish eating our daily dose of veggies was that delicious!). Some of their favorites are radishes and their green tops, bell peppers, leafy greens (basil, cilantro, romaine, frisee, watercress, dandelion greens), pumpkin, and more.
Can bunnies eat watermelon?
Yes! Rabbits can eat watermelon – and most will do so with surprising gusto! It’s no great secret that all rabbits have quite a sweet tooth… And the rich, succulent flesh of a watermelon is a treat they’ll surely enjoy. As much as most rabbits love watermelon, it’s not a particularly nutrient dense food.
Can bunnies eat strawberries?
Yes! You need only look to wild rabbits to know that yes, bunnies most definitely can eat strawberries! Though their high sugar content means that they shouldn’t be a major part of any rabbit’s diet, they’re a completely safe option to give as an occasional treat.
Can bunnies eat bananas?
Rabbits can safely eat bananas, and they seem to love the flavor! You can also feed them small amounts of banana peel, as long as you wash it first. You’ll want to keep in mind a few simple rules, though. Too much sugar can cause health problems and may discourage your rabbit from eating hay or grass.
How often should rabbits be fed?
Rabbits should always have hay and water available. They appreciate a regular schedule in the rest of their meals; the ideal is to feed them 2 times per day at a fixed time. A rabbit should eat a day a: minimum of150 g of hay, 100 g of vegetables, and 30 g of rabbit feed per rabbit.
What are good treats for rabbits?
Foods to feed your rabbit as a treat
- Apples (seeds removed) High in sugar, apples should only be fed to rabbits as a treat.
- Banana. Also high in sugar, it’s safe for rabbits to eat bananas occasionally.
- Blackberries.
- Blueberries.
- Carrot tops.
- Dandelion.
- Grapes.
Can I overfeed my bunny?
Like children, bunnies will overeat if given the chance. Don’t give your rabbit unlimited pellets—he needs only 1/4 cup of pellets per 5 pounds of body weight each day. Bunnies often act hungry, even when they’re not. Remember, overfeeding leads to obesity!
Can bunnies eat cucumber?
Similarly, most vegetables are safe for rabbits to eat. Rabbits are not cats and therefore are not afraid of cucumbers, so these make perfectly good snacks. Romaine lettuce, curly kale, asparagus, celery – just about any of your standard greens will make fine rabbit food.
Can bunnies eat spinach?
They cannot eat any fruits or vegetables that are going bad, wilting, or getting moldy. If you wouldn’t eat it, then don’t give it to your rabbit. Never give your rabbit kale or spinach. Kale and spinach can cause health problems over time, due to the high amount of oxalates and goitrogens.