Food for Rabbits???

Question

Can Rabbits eat potatoe peels?

Answer 1

NO!!! Rabbits should not be fed any part of a potato!! They are a food to avoid because of a rabbits' inability to digest them properly. This means feeding them can be 'toxic' to your rabbits' digestive system, causing the runs, which could then lead to death. A rabbits' digestive system is extremely fragile.

Just because potatoes are natural, doesn't mean they're safe too. think about it this way: potatoes are a 'root' vegetable. Rabbits do not usually consume 'root' vegetables--they consume herbs and other roughage that grow above ground. Most wild rabbits (from which our domestic rabbits derive from), would probably never come into contact with potatoes, or dig them out in order to consume one. Being incredibly starchy, rabbits of any kind (wild or domestic) will have problems digesting a potato.

It's also important to remember that unlike their wild ancestors, domestic rabbits do not know what is or isn't safe for them to eat (due, in part, to being tamed and domesticated and also because of a lot of inbreeding that happens) ---it is up to us to provide them foods we know are safe. Just because a rabbit willingly eats it doesn't mean it is good for him/her.

A proper diet should include a high quality alfalfa-based pellet with no more than 18% protein (for show animals and those breeding, I go with 18%, with just pets I go with 16%) and 23% fiber. It should be green (not brown!) and smell fresh. The amount to feed goes by weight and usually equals out to be 1/4 cup for dwarf and small rabbits (under about 6 lbs). 1/2 cup for medium -large rabbits (6-10 lbs). And 3/4 cup for giant rabbits (10 lbs and up) per rabbit, per day.

In addition a rabbit should get as much Timothy Hay (or you can use an orchard grass blend) as he/she wants.

Supplement that diet with fresh herbs and leafy green veggies daily...parsley, basil, celery (remember to cut into small pieces to avoid problems with strings), mint, clover, cilantro, broccoli (no stems), zuchinni, romaine lettuce, watercress, escarole, bok choy, etc.

You can also provide some fresh fruits occasionally. Fruit is harder to digest because of the sugar content, so feed sparingly and only in small portions. Bunny favorites are banana, papaya, apple (no seeds), oranges, and raisins.

You can find a very complete list of veggies to feed (and foods to stay away from) at the House Rabbit Society's website: www.rabbit.org. Hope that helps. If you have any other questions, please feel free to e-mail me directly at: [e-mail]

Answer 2

I would not suggest potato peels because it's possible it can trigger gas and possibly diarrhea because of the rabbits digestive system. I'm getting a rabbit for my birthday and I have done a TON of research and I almost know everything about rabbits, so I'm highly prepared to get one. An appropriate healthy daily diet would be an un-limiting amount of available Timothy hay, along with a lot of rabbit food petals in the morning, little snacks during the day (would suggest carrots), and some veggies/fruits at night. I say you should try this and it would keep your rabbit healthy and fine, without gas or diarrhea. I hope I helped :P

Answer 3

YES MY UNCLE WAS A RABBIT CONTESTANT HED COOK THE POTATOE PEELS AND FEED THEM DON LISTEN TO THESE B*TTS THEY DONT KNOW HOW TO CARE FOR RABBITS THEY PROBABLY DONT EVEN HAVE ANY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 4

Can cause gas or are very sugary: do not feed
Green beans
White and red potatoes
Beets
Fresh corn
Fresh peas
Dangerous, contain compounds that destroy nutrients: do not feed
Sweet potato
Cassava
Bamboo shoots
Maize
Lima beans
Millet
Bracken fern
Tea leaves
Coffee plants
Dangerous, contain toxins: do not feed
Rhubarb leaves
Raw lima, kidney or soy beans
Onions 2
Citrus peels
Can cause impaction
Whole seeds
Nuts
Grains
Dried corn
Dried peas
Things to watch out for
Carrots and root vegetables are high in sugar and may cause cecal problems or gas in some rabbits.
Celery and rhubarb stalks contain strings that should be removed before feeding. Alternatively, cut the stalks into small pieces.
Iceberg lettuce has a reputation for causing diarrhea in many animal species. I do not recommed iceberg be fed to bunnies. However, many people have reported feeding this to bunnies without a problem

Answer 5

I wouldn't suggest feeding potatoe. Rabbits -can- eat potatoe peels, however, it is considered a food to avoid (along with iceburg lettuce, legumes, ect.) because of a rabbits' inability to digest it properly. This means feeding can be 'toxic' to your rabbits' digestive system, causing the runs, which could then ultimately lead to death. A rabbits' digestive system is very fragile.

Just because potatoes are natural, doesn't mean they're safe too. Consider this, potatoes are a 'root' vegetable. Rabbits do not generally consume 'root' vegetables--they consume herbs and other roughage that grow above ground. Most wild rabbits (from which our domestic rabbits derive from), would probably never come into contact with potatoes, or dig them out in order to consume one. Being incredibly starchy, rabbits of any kind (wild or domestic) will have problems digesting a potatoe.

It's also important to remember that domestic rabbits aren't wild rabbits. They do not know what is or isn't safe for them---it is up to us to provide them foods we know are safe. Just because a rabbit willingly eats it doesn't mean it is good for him/her. Many dogs/cats lick up antifreeze after all, and that's poisonous. Animals eat things they shouldn't because they don't know any better---they place their trust in us to only provide them access to safe things to eat (we are, after all, considered the 'alpha').

So, to answer your question...no.

Your rabbits' diet should be composed of a quality alfalfa pellet with no more than 18% protein and 23% fiber. It should be green and smell fresh. It should not contain corn. The general rule of thumb is 1/4 cup for dwarf and small rabbits. 1/2 cup for medium -large rabbits. And 3/4 cup for giant rabbits. This is per day, mind you.

In addition a rabbit should get as much Timothy Hay (or a similar grassy hay---NOT alfalfa--they get plenty in the pellets) as they want per day.

Supplement that diet with fresh herbs...parsley, basil, celery, mint, clover, and cilantro. Include other vegetables too...like broccoli (the crowns/leaves only..no stems), zuchinni, romaine lettuce, green pepper, and so on.

You can also provide some fresh fruits occasionally. Fruit is harder to digest because of the sugar content, so feed sparingly and only in small portions. Bunny favorites are banana, papaya, and apple (no seeds).

A full list is available here:

www.mahouserabbit.org/infopack.asp

Hope that helps.

Answer 6

I feel you mean white with purple eyes, which means he is an albino. It wouldn't harm to get a vet to investigate him out as you have determined him and have no idea some thing about him. Rabbits naturally run from something that strikes, he feels nontoxic now to your room ,however when he's external it's a little horrifying for him as it's strange, like when you first put him for your room, get him checked out and promote to look if any person in the neighborhood has misplaced him. Rabbits are nice break out artists.

Answer 7

Rabbits can have potatoes, carrots, etc. In the wild they eat what they can find. Just limit how much you give. You can use them as treats if they like them.

Answer 8

If they are sprouting and are greenish, no. Potatoes are in the nightshade family. The leaves, stalks and any green parts are toxic to both humans and rabbits. The potato itself might give them a little bit of an upset stomach if it is raw, but it is not very healthy for them anyway because it is high in calories.

Answer 9

Rabbits should not eat potatoes.

Answer 10

If they appeal to them they will eat them. Some rabbits will eat odd things from the table and some will not. It won't hurt to try to feed it to them though.