Owners find rabbits particularly adorable when they’re eating something they particularly enjoy. Rabbits love bananas because of their sweet taste, but are bananas a safe food for rabbits to eat? Rabbits should not be fed a piece of banana that’s bigger than an adult human’s thumb. This is because bananas […]

Rabbits are grazing animals. In the wild, they largely feed on grasses, wildflowers, vegetable plants, clover, twigs, and bark. They keep on eating throughout the day and are likely to eat, tastier, higher-calorie foods if given the choice. This makes you wonder if rabbits feel full, and if they’ll stop […]

Pumpkin is scientifically classified as a fruit that belongs to the winter squash family. Pumpkins are rich in water, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. But do rabbits enjoy eating pumpkin? Rabbits can eat raw pumpkin flesh and seeds. It is a rich source of vitamin A, B, calcium, iron, zinc, […]

Calcium is an essential nutrient in a rabbit’s diet. It’s required for healthy bones and teeth. Rabbits have a special way of processing calcium and absorb more than they need. Excess calcium in the diet increases their risk of bladder sludge and other urinary tract issues. Rabbits with urinary tract […]

Blueberries are among the most nutritious fruits in the world. These water-rich treats are packed with fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, folate, and an array of antioxidants. But, are blueberries healthy for rabbits? Blueberries are safe for rabbits to eat. However, they’re high in fruit sugar (fructose), so they should only […]

Carrots and other root vegetables are counted as the high-carb (or sugary) part of a rabbit’s diet. These should be fed to rabbits sparingly. Thankfully, the greens and the leaves that we throw away are much healthier. Vegetable tops, such as carrot greens, radish greens, spinach, fennel greens, celery leaves, […]

Cereals refer to the edible parts of the grain. The most commonly cultivated cereal grains include wheat, corn, barley, rice, oats, millet, rye, and sorghum. Then we have processed cereals, such as frosted flakes, fruit loops, and Lucky Charms. But are any of these cereals safe for rabbits? In very […]

Nuts are high in fats and protein, along with some fibers, vitamins, and minerals, such as potassium and magnesium. Popular nuts that include Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pine nuts, monkey nuts (peanuts), and pecans. But are these types of nuts safe for rabbits to eat? While nuts are considered safe […]

Although rabbits love to eat green veg, it shouldn’t be assumed that all veggies are safe for rabbits to eat.  In fact, some vegetables are harmful to rabbits. Rabbits should not eat any type of mushroom (wild or shop-bought). Some mushrooms contain Mycotoxins which, if ingested by rabbits, can lead […]