Can rabbits eat cantaloupe

Answer 1

Yes they can. The only part that they cannot eat is the skin of the the cantaloupe. They can chew on it to toughen up their teeth, but it causes diarrhea if swallowed. My rabbit loves lots of fruits especially cantaloupe and banana!

Answer 2

Yes, however with cantalope you have to be careful, if you leave it out at room temp after you cut into it has a danger of salmonella poisoning when consumed (just like raw chicken or a bad egg) Rabbits can get salmonella and spread it to you through their fecal matter if not extremely careful.

Answer 3

Yes, but only in tiny amounts. Cantaloupe is high in sugar and low in nutrients. If rabbits eat too many treats like cantaloupe, they will fall ill. See the related question (linked below) for more details and helpful links about the rabbit diet.

Answer 4

Wild rabbits will tend to nibble on fruits and vegetables that you may grow in your garden, they're awfully annoying too, and they'll nibble on tomatoes, cantaloupe, and even peppers, (which I'm sure they've learned not to do) leaving entire fruits split open to rot. It's why they're considered to be pests by some people.

If you want them to leave your garden alone, get a dog, or grow a lot more peppers.

Answer 5

Yes, they like it just fine. The only part that you cannot feed the rabbit, is the skin of the cantaloupe.