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Fruits for Rabbits: Safe Treats in Moderation
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Jun 29, 2025
Rabbits are interesting creatures that are popular pets - but can they eat fruits?
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rabbits are known for their love of
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carrots but did you know they can also
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enjoy a variety of
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fruits while hay should make up the
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majority of a rabbit's diet fruits can
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be a healthy and tasty treat when
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offered in
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moderation most rabbits can safely eat
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small amounts of fruit as part of a
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balanced diet fruits provide rabbits
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with essential vitamins minerals and
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natural sugars that can boost their
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energy
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levels however it's crucial to remember
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that fruits should only be given as
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occasional treats due to the their high
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sugar
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content some fruits that are safe for
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rabbits include apples without seeds
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strawberries blueberries and
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melons these fruits are not only
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delicious to rabbits but also provide
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valuable nutrients on the other hand
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certain fruits should be avoided
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entirely avocados for example are toxic
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to rabbits and should never be offered
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when introducing fruit to your rabbit's
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diet start with small amounts and
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observe how they
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react A good rule of thumb is to offer
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no more than 1 to 2 tblspoon of fruit
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per 5 lbs of body weight once or twice a
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week this helps prevent digestive issues
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and maintains a healthy weight it's
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important to wash all fruits thoroughly
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before feeding them to your rabbit to
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remove any pesticides or harmful
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bacteria always remove any seeds or pits
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as these can be choking hazards or
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contain harmful compounds remember while
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fruits can be a nutritious treat for
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rabbits they should never replace the
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main components of their diet which are
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hay fresh vegetables and a limited
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amount of
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pellets by offering fruits in moderation
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you can provide your rabbit with a
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varied and enjoyable diet while keeping
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them healthy and happy
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