What can rabbits eat?

Question

i have recently got 2 rabbits as pets and but are unsure as wat else im aloud to feed them other than pellet mix and grass.
so as in fruit and veg is there anything they shouldnt have. we get a fruit n veg box and have left overs at the end of wk.
can they have apple- pears- strawberrys- ect i read somwhere they should not have iceberg lettuce why is this??

Answer 1

This is just a point of importance; don't eat the little round balls in the cage--that isn't chocolate that they leave behind as a gift for all the nice things that you do for them........

Answer 2

I currently have 2 rabbits and have had several others over the years. The best food for rabbits is timothy hay and timothy pellets. Oxbow brand is very good. Fresh hay is really important but not alfalfa hay for rabbits over 6 months old. Rabbits should also have veggies high in Vitamin A in addition to the timothy hay and pellets. These are: romaine lettuce (iceberg has no nutrients), spinach, carrot tops, and parsley. They also like green and red lettuce, carrots, basil, mint, cilantro. Avoid sugary treats and store bought treats which has too much sugar and can increase bad bacteria in rabbits. Small pieces of fruits can be OK: apples and pears (no seeds in either), papaya, banana, and pineapple.

Answer 3

Cuddles mentioned giving a baby bun timothy hay for the first 6 months and alfalfa after, but that is wrong. The store needs to correct that info. A baby needs alfalfa hay up to the first year of age and timothy after a year of age and should have it available 24/7. Other mistakes I read from the messages are corn and peas are not good for bunnies and it is not necessary to get a mineral or salt block as long as they are getting hay, pellets and veggies. Besides that they probably won't touch them and you would be wasting your money. Too many carrots is also not good as they contain a lot of sugar. The same for fruit, only very small quantities. Veggies should also not be started until they are at least 6 months to a year old.. When they are introduced try only one veggie at a time for 3 or 4 days in small quantites to make sure the bunnie can tolerate them. If the bun has no problem then introduce another kind of veggie and do the same thing.
Here is a list of veggies and fruit that I offer my bun. romaine lettuce (no iceburg, has no nutrients), green and red leaf lettuce, spinach(not too much) kale(not too much), cilantro, parsley, snow peas(no reg. peas), bok choy, small amount of tomato(no seeds), beet greens, mustard greens, no treats from pet store with seeds in it, carrot tops, dandelions (no pesticides please), fruit in small quantites - banana, grapes, pears, apples - no seeds, oranges - peels included. This is just a few suggestions.

Answer 4

I had over a dozen pet rabbits as a child. We always fed them carrots, which they loved and would nibble from my hand. Also beet tops, spinach, etc. Most any of the "greens". Iceberg lettuce is supposed to give rabbits diarrhea so I gave it to them very sparingly. Offer any other veggies or fruits you have and if they like them, then you can feed them some. Start with small amounts to be sure they can handle it.

Answer 5

When I bought my rabbit from Petland they gave me a sheet with tips...
For the first six months a rabbit should have timothy hay, after six months give alfalfa hay periodically. Treat chew sticks, boxed crunchies, oats, seed treats, carob or mild drops can be offered to your bunny. Carrots, broccoli, spinach (which my rabbit loved), alfalfa sprouts, bananas, and apples are all good fruits and vegies. They do not recommend iceberg lettuce, cabbage or pears, as they create upset tummies. I also fed my rabbit peas, the whole pod, and that has to be his favorite treat. As well as the ssalt block, your rabbit should have a mineral block as well.
Hope that was of help...

Answer 6

I have rabbits and yes they shouldn't have iceberg lettuce. I think it's because it has something to do with their digestive system. They love apples and carrots. They can not have celery because of the stringy things in them. Anything like that they can't have. I heard they like potatoes but when I tried it they didn't go for it. My friend also said they feed their rabbits bread and they go crazy but I never tried it. They also like corn.

Answer 7

A rabbits diet should consist of pellets, fresh hay (alfalfa, timothy or oat) water and fresh vegies. Anything beyond that should be given as a treat in limited quantities. Veggies should include both leafy and root veggies. If in doubt, speak with your vet.

Answer 8

i would just stick to not giving them lettuce and cabbage cause i also heard it was bad like only certain kinds of lettuce is bad and some arnt bad so i just stick to not giving my bunny letuce. frruits are fine grapes appples strawberries pairs are all fine now they may not like some of those caus eevery rabbit has its favorite fruit or veggie i like giving my rabbit grapes (without seeds) because they are juicy and you can hear her eat it and a little juice gets on her cheek and she looks so cute lol you can give them tomatoes and ya just no cabbage

Answer 9

i currently have a rabbit. She likes to regularly eat rabbit pellets, lettuce, carrots, broccoli, and occasionally grapes. For treats i usually buy "Drops" [you'll find them in your local petsmart].

Answer 10

Whatever dose not eat them first...But seriously when I had a rabbit I used to feed him my book shelves, stereo cords cat food and all of my left over veggies. I've grown a bit sense then..don't feed them the stereo cord.

Answer 11

rabbit food .. grass .. lettuce .. carrots .. pretty much any vegetable and fruit .. but nothing sour or citrus .. but you should cut up the fruits so they wont choke on the pit or seeds or whatever .. iceburg lettuce is fine