A good rule of thumb to abide by is 1 tablespoon of fruit per 5 pounds (2.2kg) of rabbit. The banana pictured is about 5 tablespoons worth. Half a banana (2.5 tablespoons) should make 14 fairly large ice cubes. I then wouldn't give Apollo more than 7 banana ice cubes in one day and these would be his only treats.
Frozen fruit and veg can be a great treat, especially in summer to help keep them cool, it's just good to be mindful not to give very hard veg frozen as a rabbit eating frozen carrot may accidentally damage a tooth.
Rabbits like popsicles, too! When hot weather is on the way, freeze some ice blocks containing berries and/or plain vegetable juice (diluted with water) and give one to your bun to eat. As with all treats, these should be given in moderation.
As with all treats, they should be fed in moderation. Some examples of fruits that make good treats for your rabbit are apples (without the seeds), bananas, pears, blueberries, papayas, and strawberries. In addition to fresh fruit options, freeze-dried fruits with no added sugar also make for great treat options.
Bananas, apples, strawberries and raspberries have all proven a hit. However, acidic fruits like oranges should be avoided as rabbit digestive systems are too delicate for them.
Cucumber is low in nutrients. Therefore, feeding it too often risks filling up your rabbit without providing any significant nutritional value. Due to its high water content, cucumber can cause your rabbit to have diarrhea.
When you think of ideal rabbit snacks, fresh fruits and veggies probably come to mind. Avocados, however, should never be included in your bunny's diet. According to Small Pet Select, this fatty fruit can be deadly if ingested by a rabbit.
Most rabbits can also eat small portions of mandarins, tangerines, and mandarin orange. So giving your bunny portions of mandarins, oranges and other citrus can actually improve their health.
Freeze dried bananas are delicious by themselves, but they are also wonderful additions to trail mix, make great toppings for granola and ice cream, or can be tossed into a smoothie or turned into a powder to naturally flavor frosting or pancake mix.
Do not give broccoli to rabbits. It will give them painful gas. 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.
Provide both a bowl and bottle of water and add ice cubes to keep them cool- rabbits can get a bigger drink out of a bowl. Check the spout of the water bottle daily to make sure it is working properly. We do not advise giving them frozen treats or ice cubes because they can cause intestinal problems.
Since they cannot digest dairy products, rabbits become pretty ill when consuming them. If they do ingest them, seek emergency veterinary attention. As a result, bunnies shouldn't be fed any frozen yoghurt.
Good For Rabbits (and humans too!) An all-natural, all organic snack for your bunnies, or yourself! These strawberries are freeze-dried whole, which removes most of their water and adds a crunch that makes them absolutely irresistible.
Apples and pears are the most notorious examples, but the pits from apricots, peaches, plums, and mangos also contain cyanide, as do cherry pits. While the amount of cyanide contained in fruit seeds and pits is generally scant, it is best to avoid feeding them to rabbits altogether.
“A small acorn-size amount of seedless tomato per day is perfectly fine for a rabbit older than 12 weeks of age,” Henson said. So in general, tomatoes are an OK fruit to share with your rabbit, just as long as it's a small amount and the flesh part of a seedless tomato only.
The Answer Is Yes! Rabbits can indeed enjoy watermelon as a treat. This juicy fruit can be a delicious and hydrating addition to their diet when offered in moderation. Watermelon contains high water content, which can help keep rabbits hydrated, especially during hot weather.
You should never feed your rabbit dairy products. They are not built to consume or digest lactose, which is found in dairy products. Because of this, even a small amount in their diet can make them rather unwell, with problems such as bunny diarrhea and other gastrointestinal complications.
The RSPCA Victoria states that rabbits should not be fed any pet cereals, breakfast cereals, grains, seeds, nuts, corn, bread, biscuits or beans. When given uncontrollably, such foods can be toxic to rabbits.
Humans can consume small amounts of honey because our digestive systems can process it safely. In comparison, rabbits have very sensitive digestive systems that cannot process the sugar contained in honey. Their digestive systems are complex, so feeding them a lot of sugar will cause gas and diarrhea.
All bell peppers are healthy for rabbits. This includes red and green peppers. These vegetables have a tangier flavor than their yellow or orange equivalents. The House Rabbit Society places these peppers on their approved list of rabbit vegetables.
Grapes aren't toxic to rabbits, and you can feed them to your rabbit occasionally. “Grapes contain a small amount of fiber, B vitamins and vitamin K, which may be beneficial to rabbits,” Dr. Burch told The Dodo. The fiber and water content of grapes can help your rabbit's digestion.
What to feed. Provide a constant supply of good quality fresh grass and grass hay (this should comprise about 80% of the overall diet) – e.g. Timothy, Oaten, Wheaten, Pasture, Paddock, Meadow, or Ryegrass hays.