Can bunnies have cheese?

Rabbits should not eat cheese. You should not feed cheese to bunnies, because cheese is high in fats with no fibre – while rabbits need food (like grass) low in fats with lots of fibre. Dairy products like cheese also contain lactose, which rabbits can't digest.
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Can you feed rabbits cheese?

No, definitely not. A bunny cannot eat cheese. Some digestive-strong rabbits will be able to nibble on cheese but that doesn't mean that they are healthy or that this is the good way to go.
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What food kills a rabbit instantly?

Check out our list of 15 foods that you should never feed your rabbit:
  • Yogurt Drops. ...
  • Bread, Pasta, Cookies, and Crackers. ...
  • Avocado. ...
  • Cereal. ...
  • Iceberg Lettuce. ...
  • Silverbeet. ...
  • Hamster Food. ...
  • Walnuts.
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Can I give my rabbits ice?

Yes! Rabbit certainly love cool things. They snuggle up to them and lick them. Giving them cool things like ice cubes, particularly during summertime, is a good idea.
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What can't a rabbit eat?

Foods Rabbits Should Never Eat
  • Avocados.
  • Chocolate.
  • Fruit seeds/pits.
  • Raw onions, leeks, garlic.
  • Meat, eggs, dairy.
  • Broad beans and kidney beans.
  • Rhubarb.
  • Iceberg lettuce.
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What can rabbits drink?

In short, water is vital. Rabbits must have access to plenty of fresh water at all times. Rabbits eating lots of fresh grass and greens will drink less, whilst those eating mostly hay will drink more. Bowls are better than bottles as lapping from a bowl is more natural to rabbits.
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What is the favorite food of rabbit?

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.
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Do rabbits like fans?

A fan can be used to keep the air cool and create airflow, however, do not blow the fan directly onto the rabbits and ensure they have enough room to move away if they wish. Cover any wires with rabbit-proof covering to avoid your pet chewing on dangerous electrics.
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Can rabbits drink milk?

You should not give rabbits milk to drink. Adult rabbits are lactose intolerant and milk products are bad for the rabbit's digestive system. Baby rabbits should also not have cow's milk because it is very different from the milk they get from their mothers.
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How do you chill a rabbit?

Keep Your Rabbit Cool in the Summer
  1. Air conditioning if temps are over 77° F (25° C).
  2. Oscillating fans if no air conditioning.
  3. Trim away excess fur — 'puppy' haircuts for fuzzy bunnies.
  4. Relocate bunny to a cooler part of the house. ...
  5. Mist bunny's ears — evaporating water will help with cooling.
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Can rabbits eat Ritz crackers?

Do not feed your rabbit items high in carbohydrates like breads, crackers, pasta, pretzels, cookies, chips, or cereal. Although branded for rabbits, many commercially-sold bunny treats are high in fat and sugar, such as yogurt chips, and should not be given.
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Can bunnies eat bananas?

Fresh, raw bananas can be consumed safely, but only in moderation. While bananas are rich in water, potassium, vitamin B6 and antioxidants, they're also packed with starch and sugar. Too much sugar and starch in a rabbit's diet can lead to digestive problems, an upset stomach, gas and diarrhea.
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Can bunnies eat grapes?

White and red grapes can be fed to your rabbit as a treat, on occasion. Most rabbits will love the sweet taste. They are a great treat to use for training and bonding. Feed your rabbit fresh (not dried) grapes that have been washed.
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What is toxic to rabbits?

Although rabbits are herbivorous, some fruits and vegetables can cause fatal reactions. These include rhubarb, avocado, allium-type vegetables, and iceberg lettuce. The leaves of potato plants can be toxic to rabbits. In terms of garden plants, most plants that grow from bulbs are poisonous to rabbits.
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Can rabbits eat cheerios?

The occasional five pieces of Cheerios is fine, but serving your pet rabbit a bowlful of Cheerios can have unpleasant effects. When taking care of pet rabbits, it is important to remember that their diet should always consist of hay, green leafy vegetables and rabbit pellets.
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Can bunnies eat toast?

Burnt toast - Cut the toast up into little squares, at most give 3 little squares at once. do not give more than 3 times a month but make sure it is quite burnt as rabbits like burnt toast. This is also good to help a rabbit put weight on.
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Do bunnies need water at night?

As long as she is still drinking at least some water, your pet is safe. The 24-hour rule is still in full effect during winter, though. Rabbits still need water when it's cold outside. Your pet will grow dehydrated without it.
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Can rabbits drink ice water?

Never use ice, icy water or submerge a rabbit to try and cool them down. Breathing rapidly from open mouth.
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Can bunnies eat waffles?

It is really not recommended that you feed your rabbit waffles. They are not good for them. There are much better treats she could have.
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Why do bunnies shake?

The common causes of shaking are fear, nervousness, and stress. A less obvious cause of trembling is heat, as rabbits do not tolerate high temperatures well. If your rabbit is lying on its side and shaking, it could be due to a digestive issue (GI stasis). Also, it may have ingested something toxic.
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Do rabbits like to be in water?

Some rabbits love water. Even if your pet doesn't swim, she may enjoy splashing and wading in water. As rabbits do not sweat, this could be a way to cool off in the summer.
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Can rabbits swim?

Can rabbits swim? The answer is yes, they can, but they probably shouldn't. Some say that putting a rabbit into a pool of water is animal cruelty, due to their vulnerability when they are cold and wet, as well as their delicate system. Keep your rabbit out of the pool if at all possible.
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What are bunnies favorite color?

Offering red carpets, cushions, or blankets to your rabbit allows them to seek out this vibrational energy whenever they need it. In my work with rabbits and other animals, it's very evident that they love to lie on the red when they lack regular contact with the outdoors. In contrast to red, blue is cooling.
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What do bunnies like to play with?

Objects to play with or throw - such as untreated straw, wicker, sea-grass mats and baskets, balls and plastic flower pots. Solid plastic baby toys such as 'key rings', rattles, stacking cups and some robust cat and parrot toys can make good rabbit toys.
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How old can a rabbit live?

Rabbits, just like other domesticated animals, have an average lifespan which can help an owner keep their bunny in optimum health in every stage of life. Unlike their wild relatives, who live for an average of one to two years, domesticated rabbits can live between eight to 12 years.
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