Rabbits can eat coriander as a treat. It is useful to know that rabbits don’t have molars and cannot chew food, they rip food apart with their front teeth then swallow it whole.
Coriander is from the parsley family and contains good nutrients for your bunny’s health, but too much of anything can be bad for them so it’s important to be careful not to feed too much.
Keep in mind that rabbits should eat mostly good quality hay and only every now and then treats like coriander, carrot or apple, etc…this is because they are grazing animals which means they graze (eating small meals throughout the day) but if you give them too many treats they will be more inclined to pick at them all day long.
It’s also important for rabbits’ teeth that they chew on something hard like their food dish, carrots, or applewood sticks, not the coriander itself though…it won’t do much good for your bunny’s teeth. They can eat fresh coriander as a treat; make sure it’s washed and doesn’t contain any chemicals.
Coriander can be harmful to rabbits if fed too much, this is because coriander contains 2 compounds called furanocoumarin and psoralen which are known to cause skin sensitivity to sunlight in humans, there have also been cases of these compounds leading to liver toxicity in rabbits.
So, to sum it up, yes rabbits can eat coriander but it’s important not to overfeed them as this could have harmful consequences. Stick to giving them small amounts as an occasional treat and make sure the coriander is washed and chemical-free.
FAQS
Can I give my rabbit coriander?
Yes, rabbits can eat coriander as a treat but it’s important not to overfeed them as this could have harmful consequences. Stick to giving them small amounts as an occasional treat and make sure the coriander is washed and chemical-free.
What are the health benefits of coriander for rabbits?
Coriander is from the parsley family and contains good nutrients for your bunny’s health, but too much of anything can be bad for them so it’s important to be careful not to feed too much.
What should I do if my rabbit eats too much coriander?
If your rabbit eats too much coriander you should take them to the vet straight away, symptoms of overfeeding include vomiting and diarrhea.
What if my rabbit eats some coriander but not enough to make him sick?
If your rabbit eats some coriander it’s nothing to worry about. Keep an eye on him though, symptoms of overfeeding can include vomiting and diarrhea.
How much coriander can a rabbit eat?
You should never feed your rabbit more than 1 tablespoon of fresh coriander each day as it is high in calcium which could lead to health problems. It’s best for rabbits to stick to eating hay as their main food source, and only every now and then treats like coriander, carrot or apple, etc…this is because they are grazing animals which means they graze (eating small meals throughout the day) but if you give them too many treats they will be more inclined to pick at them all day long.