Often asked: How Much To Feed A Rabbit?

Can you overfeed rabbits?

Can You Overfeed a Rabbit? Rabbits are natural grazers. They will always overeat if they have the opportunity to do so. They’re also prone to picking the highest-calorie foods and leaving the healthier ones, if given a choice.

What should a rabbit eat daily?

Rabbits should have a daily diet of mostly hay, a smaller amount of fresh vegetables, and a limited number of pellets. Hay is the most important part of a rabbit’s daily intake. Unlimited, high-quality grass hay, such as Timothy, orchard or brome, should make up the bulk of a rabbit’s diet.

How much hay should a rabbit eat per day?

You can feed 1/8 cup for a medium-sized rabbit once per day. If you notice your bunny isn’t eating as much hay, cut back on the pellets.

Do rabbits stop eating when they are full?

Rabbits do not stop eating when they are full. They are grazers by nature, so it is in their life to keep on eating. They do register that they are complete, but if you keep providing them with food and treats, they will eat them too.

What foods can kill a rabbit?

So, what foods can kill a rabbit? Sugary human foods such as candy and soda are harmful to rabbits. Bunnies should not eat chocolate, avocado, apple seeds, tomato plants, almonds, belladonna, foxglove, or wild carrots. Other dangerous foods include ragwort, wild peas, and bracken.

How long can rabbits go without food?

Your rabbit should always be eating. A rabbit should never go more than 12 hours without eating. There are many clues to pick up on to know if your rabbit is in GI Stasis.

What human food can rabbits eat?

While a rabbit’s diet should be predominantly fresh hay and water, 10 to 20% of its diet can include fresh foods that humans eat, such as fruits and veggies. Rabbits enjoy fresh fruits and veggies, such as blueberries, arugula, basil, cilantro, endives, carrots and carrot tops, apples and most dark leafy vegetables.

Can bunnies eat cucumbers?

Yes, it is safe for rabbits to eat cucumber! Most rabbits will love the fresh taste. Rabbits can also eat cucumber leaves. Only ever give your rabbit a few small pieces of cucumber at a time.

Can bunnies eat spinach?

They cannot eat any fruits or vegetables that are going bad, wilting, or getting moldy. If you wouldn’t eat it, then don’t give it to your rabbit. 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.

Can rabbits survive on just hay?

Domestic rabbits need more than just hay to thrive and produce, they have been bred to build muscle and mass and produce heavily, and they can ‘t do that on hay alone.

What should I not feed my rabbit?

What Not to Feed Rabbits

• Grains. Bread, crackers, cereal, rice…..
• “Junk Food” Chips, cookies, candy….
• Meat & Eggs. It may seem obvious as your rabbit is a herbivore, but it bears mentioning.
• Dairy.
• Nuts & Nut Products.
• Iceberg Lettuce.
• Carrots.
• Nightshade Plants.

How long will a bale of hay last a rabbit?

While this amount can vary greatly among pets, many pet parents say 10-12 pounds lasts them approximately 2-3 months for one rabbit.

Where should rabbits sleep?

Rabbits spend a lot of time sleeping, mostly during the day. The perfect sleeping area for rabbits is a place which approximates a burrow i.e. a roof over their heads and an entrance and exit route. Therefore, house rabbits tend to like sleeping behind sofas or under tables or beds.

Why is my rabbit always hungry?

Rabbits always seem hungry – because they are. As grazing animals, they’re designed to eat whenever they can. Just be sure to provide a constant supply of hay, so your pet doesn’t go hungry. You should also balance the nutritional requirements of your rabbit’s diet, as some will overindulge in sweet foods.

How often do rabbits poop?

Average sized bunnies will make 200-300 poops per day. They should be uniform in size and shape which means rounded and pea to garbanzo sized.