Can rabbits eat pomegranate?
Quick verdict
Caution
Key risk
High in sugar and tannins, which can upset sensitive digestion.
Why
Only a few pomegranate seeds very rarely for rabbits.
Can rabbits eat pomegranate, and why?
Only a few pomegranate seeds very rarely for rabbits. High in sugar and tannins, which can upset sensitive digestion.
Rabbits are herbivores: roughly 85% of their diet should be good-quality hay or grass, plus a daily handful of leafy greens, with only small amounts of other veg and tiny occasional fruit. They have a sensitive hindgut that depends on constant fibre — sudden changes, sugar or starch can trigger dangerous gut stasis and bloat.
Warning — what to watch for
High in sugar and tannins, which can upset sensitive digestion.
If your rabbit has eaten pomegranate, don’t wait for symptoms — contact your vet immediately, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). Signs of a problem can include vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, lethargy, tremors or loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can rabbits eat pomegranate?
Caution. Only a few pomegranate seeds very rarely for rabbits.
What happens if my rabbit eats pomegranate?
High in sugar and tannins, which can upset sensitive digestion. If your rabbit has eaten pomegranate, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is pomegranate poisonous to rabbits?
Caution. Only a few pomegranate seeds very rarely for rabbits.
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