This is a question for owners of 'pet bunnies' that are kept outside. Does your bunny like to eat grass?

This is a question for owners of 'pet bunnies' that are kept outside. Does your bunny like to eat grass? I am unable to get to the 'feed store' on a regular basis so can only give him his pellets regularly and when we have them I give him carrots, parsley, and even basil in the past.

But now he is liking to eat the 'grass' that grows here (actually it looks more like weeds) as we don't have a lawn. It isn't sprayed so that isn't a problem. What I am wondering is if there are 'seeds' you can buy from a pet store or elsewhere to plant in a pot and grow continually?

I used to have this type of thing for my cat so wonder if anyone does it for bunnies. It would be nice cause come summer there won't be any as the grass will be dead. If you know of a website or source I would appreciate hearing about it.

Any other 'tips' or things you do for your bunny is welcome also. Thanks Asked by Lollipop_the_Bunny 35 months ago Similar questions: question owners 'pet bunnies' bunny eat grass Pets.

Similar questions: question owners 'pet bunnies' bunny eat grass.

I have an inside bun but I give her the scraps from salad making -- the carrot tops, celery leaves and bottoms, salad scraps (she's a Netherland Dwarf so I usually have more scraps then she can eat before getting poopy-butt). I have hay in the barn so occasionally I give her some orchardgrass hay (not alfalfa) but just a handful. In the summer time she goes outside to the hutch (because our winters are pretty severe and she'd be lonely out there by herself) and I give her stuff from my garden, beet tops, radishes (the whole thing) and other greens such as bean leaves.

If you want to grow something for you bun in a container, you could grow some spinach or collard greens. I have never grown them in containers, as I have a large outside garden (which limits my growing season) but if you wanted to do it inside I would try some of these types, as they are higher in nutrients then lettuce. answers.com/topic/leaf-vegetable In the literature, leaf vegetables are commonly known as "greens" and "potherbs."

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They will need a good window with east or southeast exposure to get the most sun, unless you can construct a cold frame outside. But I don't recommend that if you have below freezing temps for any significant amount of time. If you wanted to just feed the hay during the cold months and grow some outside during thesummer months you are probably doing pretty well by your bunny.

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Bunnies First of all, when you do get to the feed store, buy larger quantities than you do now. That will help a lot and last longer. Second, yes, they love grass, weeds, vegetables, and will also nibble on the molding in your house, your carpet, your newspapers, your shoes.... If you don't have the pellets, then simply increase what you are doing and give him/her a variety of different vegetables with an emphasis on leafy greens..

1 I've seen a little kit in the pet section at Wal-Mart that you can use to grow fresh "greens" for your rabbit to nibble on. I think it's just grass, really, but I haven't tried it and can't remember what it's called. I also read somewhere that you can "grow" birdseed and give the sprouts to your bunny to nibble on.

We have done this a few times. The seeds grow quickly! Do you give your rabbit timothy hay?

Adult rabbits should have a steady supply of timothy hay--it gives them the extra fiber they can't get just from the pellets (or from added treats like carrots or fresh greens). About a handful a day is plenty, and it keeps your rabbit from developing hairballs, which can be fatal. It isn't expensive and a bag of hay lasts for a couple of weeks at least.

On the other hand, we had a rabbit when I was a kid and never gave him timothy hay, but he still lived to a ripe old age. I'm just passing on what my daughter's rabbit care book says. :)Other treats our rabbit likes, besides carrots: apples, pears, oranges (no more than one slice of fruit a day), grapes, bell peppers, any kind of lettuce and fresh herbs.

Our little guy also likes parsely and basil, plus oregano. This past summer we grew some carrots, and he went crazy over the greens! My favorite website for rabbit treats is drsfostersmith.com/ They also have pet care tips that you might find helpful.

I've seen a little kit in the pet section at Wal-Mart that you can use to grow fresh "greens" for your rabbit to nibble on. I think it's just grass, really, but I haven't tried it and can't remember what it's called. I also read somewhere that you can "grow" birdseed and give the sprouts to your bunny to nibble on.

We have done this a few times. The seeds grow quickly! Do you give your rabbit timothy hay?

Adult rabbits should have a steady supply of timothy hay--it gives them the extra fiber they can't get just from the pellets (or from added treats like carrots or fresh greens). About a handful a day is plenty, and it keeps your rabbit from developing hairballs, which can be fatal. It isn't expensive and a bag of hay lasts for a couple of weeks at least.

On the other hand, we had a rabbit when I was a kid and never gave him timothy hay, but he still lived to a ripe old age. I'm just passing on what my daughter's rabbit care book says. :)Other treats our rabbit likes, besides carrots: apples, pears, oranges (no more than one slice of fruit a day), grapes, bell peppers, any kind of lettuce and fresh herbs.

Our little guy also likes parsely and basil, plus oregano. This past summer we grew some carrots, and he went crazy over the greens! My favorite website for rabbit treats is drsfostersmith.com/ They also have pet care tips that you might find helpful.

Lollipop_the_Bunny replied to post #1: 3 I did have a bag of hay to give him last summer and haven't been able to get to PetCo, we have a local feed store that doesn't carry much for bunnies except the pellets. I am the one that 'worries' about him and feeds him but am unable to drive and have to rely on those that 'have an I don't care' attitude. It is really frustrating!

I did do a lot of research when we first got him and I know about the fur balls etc. I thought maybe if I could get seed and grow it then that would help at least a little. I have given him 'sweet' treats but rarely. He does like spinach and romaine but I believe those you have to limit.

I haven't tried orange though. He does love apple. Thanks for all the info you gave me, you should have put it in an answer!

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I did have a bag of hay to give him last summer and haven't been able to get to PetCo, we have a local feed store that doesn't carry much for bunnies except the pellets. I am the one that 'worries' about him and feeds him but am unable to drive and have to rely on those that 'have an I don't care' attitude. It is really frustrating!

I did do a lot of research when we first got him and I know about the fur balls etc. I thought maybe if I could get seed and grow it then that would help at least a little. I have given him 'sweet' treats but rarely. He does like spinach and romaine but I believe those you have to limit.

I haven't tried orange though. He does love apple. Thanks for all the info you gave me, you should have put it in an answer!

Adsgfdgadf replied to post #3: 4 LOL I didn't mean to say so much at once! Seriously though, you should think about ordering some of the pet supplies online. I usually only get the specialty things because the food and hay I can easily get here in town.

Take a look at the shipping costs for the various places, and it might be worth ordering the food and hay since you aren't able to drive.

LOL I didn't mean to say so much at once! Seriously though, you should think about ordering some of the pet supplies online. I usually only get the specialty things because the food and hay I can easily get here in town.

Take a look at the shipping costs for the various places, and it might be worth ordering the food and hay since you aren't able to drive.

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