What greens can rabbits eat?

What greens can rabbits eat?

Rabbits must have an adult-sized handful of safe washed leafy green vegetables, herbs and weeds daily.

• Feed a variety of greens daily, ideally 5-6 different types, such as cabbage/kale/broccoli/parsley/mint.
• Introduce new types of greens gradually in small amounts to avoid potential stomach upsets.

Are beet leaves toxic?

But rest assured, unlike rhubarb (who has poisonous leaves), beet greens are totally safe, completely edible, and extremely yummy. You can prepare your leaves much like you would kale. Simply pull the leaves off of the stem, give them a rinse and chop them up.

Can rabbits and guinea pigs eat beetroot leaves?

You can feed your Guinea Pig beetroot occasionally. Beetroot contains vitamin C, however it also contains some phosphorus and calcium which should be fed in balance. Beetroot is low in oxalates.

What can I feed a wild rabbit?

The best food items that you should provide the wild rabbits are hay. It is safe and also a favorite to them. You may provide timothy hay, alfalfa hay (for baby bunny), orchard grass, or oat hays. If you want to give them grain, then you should provide vegetables, wheat, rye, or something like that.

Is it okay for rabbits to eat bird seed?

Wild rabbits will eat bird seed that falls on the ground. They like the bird seed and it’s okay for them to eat. it’s not a normal food for their diet but it won’t hurt them. So eating these seeds is healthy for wild rabbits in when it’s cold outside.

Do rabbits eat sunflower seeds?

Rabbits love black oil sunflower seeds (BOSS). They are a great winter tonic! I only feed BOSS to my rabbits in the cooler months, as it is a high calorie, high fat, “hot” feed. Black oil sunflower seeds contain high levels of protein are rich in vitamin E, linoleic acid and provide a good source of fiber.

Can rabbits eat sweet potatoes?

Fortunately, sweet potatoes aren’t toxic to rabbits unless your rabbit has consumed a large amount at once. If you recently fed your rabbit a small chunk of sweet potato, there’s no need for concern.

Can rabbits eat almonds?

Almonds are indeed low in sugar and they have healthy fiber, but that’s not enough for a rabbit’s needs. So it’s better to stay away from bitter almonds and also feed your rabbit normal almonds as a special treat only and not as a regular food.