You have bought some broccoli and want to prepare it immediately. What remains is the thick stalk, a few leaves and stems. Find out below whether you can feed your rabbits or hares with this vegetable or whether it is poorly tolerated.
Can hares and rabbits be fed broccoli?
Hares and rabbitscan be fed with broccoli in moderation. In contrast to many other types of cabbage, broccoli is considered to be well tolerated. However, it is advisable to only feed small quantities and preferably offer the leaves and stems.
Is broccoli poisonous to hares and rabbits?
Broccoli is perfect for both hares and rabbitsnon-toxic However, not all of these animals can tolerate broccoli and they may experience flatulence and diarrhea. This depends on the animal's intestinal flora. For example, hares and rabbits that regularly receive fresh food can usually digest broccoli better than those that receive a lot of dry food.
Do hares and rabbits like to eat broccoli?
Some peopleHares and rabbits really like to eat broccoli, while others prefer to turn their backs on this type of vegetable. Trust your animal's instincts and don't force broccoli on them!
Can I feed my bunnies broccoli?
Youcan Feed hares and rabbits with broccoli. However, be careful not to do this in excess and on a daily basis. It is better to be careful and test to what extent these vegetables are tolerated by the animals. You can also feed some dandelion, parsley, yarrow or gourd to the rabbits or hares. These wild herbs soothe the digestion of rabbits and hares.
Which parts of broccoli are well tolerated?
The leaves of broccoli and thestalksare best tolerated by rabbits and hares. They generally do not cause bloating. TheRöschen are also relatively well tolerated. In contrast to this is the stalk of broccoli, which is considered difficult to digest.
Which broccoli should not be fed?
Do not feed yourold and yellow broccoli, which is too good for you to throw away, to your rabbits or hares. It could already have mold on it, which can cause significant harm to the animals. Therefore, only choose fresh broccoli for feeding.
Tip
A handful of broccoli a day is enough
It is recommended to only feed about a handful of broccoli per animal per day. This excludes baby rabbits and young rabbits, which often tolerate broccoli more poorly and should therefore only be fed later and very carefully.
