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Most fruits and vegetables shouldn't be offered to rabbits until they're 6 or 7 months old. The exception is dark-coloured, fresh, leafy greens (like Romaine, dandelion, basil, carrot tops) -- these can be introduced (one at a time, in very small portions) at about 12 weeks old.
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Domestic rabbits can start to eat solids when they are 11 to 14 days old. They will still need their mothers milk at this point and should not be weened until they are at least 6 weeks old. Many good breeders do not ween until 8 weeks. When they start to eat solid foods, the food should be hay and pellets -- baby rabbits should have unlimited access to fresh water, high-quality pellets, and alfalfa hay.
- 12 weeks old: rabbits can start eating certain dark-coloured leafy greens (like Romaine lettuce, dandelion, carrot tops, basil). These veggies shouldn't be a big part of the rabbit's diet yet, though.
- 6 months old: rabbits can start eating certain fruits and vegetables as a treat (like carrot, apple, zucchini, berries).
- 7 months to 1 year: gradually transition the rabbit to an adult diet (limited pellets and more greens -- see related question below for details).
New foods should always be introduced carefully:
- One at a time (this way, if something goes wrong, you'll know which food it was; also, lots of new foods at once can be overwhelming for the digestive system)
- In small amounts, gradually increasing size
- Watch for signs of illness (like gas or diarrhea -- see related question below for details)
Too many treats can make a rabbit sick. The House Rabbit Society recommends no more than 2 tablespoons per day for a healthy, normal 6 pound rabbit.
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Is it good to have one or two guinea pigs?
Yes. But It's best to know that they will most likely not get along at first. To fix that you will have to keep them in the same cage for about 2 weeks (It will give them time to show who is dominant). But otherwise, yes, guinea pigs do get lonely and should always have a friend. WARNING: NEVER GET YOUR GUINEA PIG A FRIEND AND THEN GIVE IT AWAY, THE GUINEA PIG WILL GET LONELY AND START BEING DEPRESSED AND MAY STOP EATING.
What happens when a guinea pigs sibling dies?
When a guinea pig's sibling dies, they may experience grief and show signs of mourning such as lethargy, loss of appetite, and vocalizations. It is important to provide extra love, attention, and companionship to help the remaining guinea pig cope with the loss. Introducing a new companion after a period of grieving may also help alleviate loneliness.
How old do rabbits have to be when you can give them fruit?
Rabbits can start eating fruit (and veg high in sugars/carbs, like carrot) when they're 6 or 7 months old. Introduce these foods in tiny portions, gradually increasing portion sizes over the next few months. Even in adults, fruit should be strictly limited in a rabbit's diet. Overeating fruit can lead to many different sicknesses in rabbits. See the related questions below for more info.
How do Guinea pigs behave before giving birth?
Guinea pigs may exhibit nesting behavior by gathering bedding materials and creating a comfortable space. They may also become more restless or vocal leading up to birth. Some guinea pigs may show a decrease in appetite or become more protective of their nesting area.
Can 1 day old guinea pigs move cage?
It is not recommended to move 1-day-old guinea pigs to a new cage as they are still very young and fragile. It's best to allow them to remain with their mother in a stable and comfortable environment until they are older and more developed before considering transferring them to a new living space.
How old does a guinea pig have to be to eat fruit and vegetables?
The guinea pig can start eating solid food at 2 days old.
What type of fruit start with the letter E OR vegetable?
· eggplant
A fruit that start with f?
· fluted pumpkin
What fruits or veggies start with the letter ii?
No fruit or vegetable starts with the letters ii.
Is a pepper fruit?
vegetable A pepper is a fruit although you would not use it in a fruit salad.
What fruits or vegetables start with the letter V?
Voavanga is a fruit. Vernonia calvoana is eaten as a leaf vegetable.
What are all vegetables that start with the letters Cu?
People think of cucumber as a vegetable. However, technically it is a fruit.
A fruit or vegetable beginning with Y?
Vegetables that start with the letter y include yucca, yams, and yam beans. A fruit that starts with y is yuzu.
Why does a male guinea pig start eating all of his droppings?
Both male and Female guinea pigs sometimes eat their droppings. the reason is that their poop contains minerals that are helpful to the guinea pig.
What fruits and vegetables start with the letter W?
Fruit or vegetable starting with W include:watermelon winter melonwatercresswater chestnutwhite asparaguswatermelon
Where can I get information on what foods are healthy?
I think all of us could start eating a little better. The obvious answer would be any kind of fruit or vegetable and anything that is not processed. There are some good sites like www.whfoods.com, www.eatingwell.com, and www.healthyeatingsdvisor.com that will help you get on the right track.
When did people start eating fruit?
Eat fruit, generally choose to eat in the morning, morning time will be better, do not eat at night.
