Can rabbits eat cherry?
Quick verdict
Caution
Key risk
The stone, stems and leaves contain cyanide and the flesh is very sugary.
Why
Cherries are best avoided for rabbits; never the stone or leaves.
Can rabbits eat cherry, and why?
Cherries are best avoided for rabbits; never the stone or leaves. The stone, stems and leaves contain cyanide and the flesh is very sugary.
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
The stone, stems and leaves contain cyanide and the flesh is very sugary.
If your rabbit has eaten cherry, 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 cherry?
Caution. Cherries are best avoided for rabbits; never the stone or leaves.
What happens if my rabbit eats cherry?
The stone, stems and leaves contain cyanide and the flesh is very sugary. If your rabbit has eaten cherry, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is cherry poisonous to rabbits?
Caution. Cherries are best avoided for rabbits; never the stone or leaves.
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