Roses
Rosa spp.
Roses grow as shrubs or climbers and show up in shades like yellow, white, and pink. Many rabbits enjoy a few unsprayed petals as a small part of a varied diet. Keep amounts modest, offer only blooms you know were not treated with pesticides or other sprays, and leave unlimited grass hay as the backbone of the menu.
Guideline: Limited Daily
Type: Flowers
Other Names: Garden rose, shrub rose (pesticide-free only)
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Is Roses item toxic?
Rose petals and leaves are not considered poisonous to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas when unsprayed. Thorns can injure the mouth; pesticide-treated flowers are dangerous.
Should I feed my pet Roses?
Yes—in small daily portions for rabbits and guinea pigs if roses are organic or from an unsprayed garden. Offer chinchillas only a rare petal if yours accepts flowers.
How much can I feed them?
Offer a few petals or one small bud; remove thorns when possible. Never use florist sprays or systemic pesticides. Use the calculator linked in this article so flowers stay a small fraction of hay-based diets.
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