Cherries
Prunus avium
Guideline: Sometimes Treats
Type: Fruits
Other Names: Sweet cherry, stone fruit cherry
Cherries are small red fruits with a pit in the center. They can also be found in a dark red color
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Is Cherries item toxic?
Cherry flesh is not poisonous in small portions, but pits, stems, and leaves carry cyanide risk and must be kept away from rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Sugar can upset digestion if overfed.
Should I feed my pet Cherries?
Yes—as an occasional fruit treat for rabbits and guinea pigs, and a tiny taste for chinchillas. Pitted flesh only—never pits or stems.
How much can I feed them?
Offer one or two pitted cherries or a thin slice, not a bowl. Pit every piece; watch for diarrhea with new fruits. Use the calculator linked in this article so fruit stays small next to unlimited hay.
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