Can rabbits eat dried peas / lentils?

Q: Can rabbits eat dried peas / lentils?

No, Dried peas / lentils is not safe for rabbits. Hard, dense dried legumes can block the gut. (Fresh or frozen peas in small amounts are fine.) Source: House Rabbit Society.

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Dried peas / lentils

Best avoided

Hard, dense dried legumes can block the gut. (Fresh or frozen peas in small amounts are fine.)

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Source: House Rabbit Society

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