Can rabbits eat papaya?

Q: Can rabbits eat papaya?

Papaya is safe for rabbits as an occasional treat. Safe as a treat. It contains papain, an enzyme that may help break down ingested fur. Remove the skin and seeds. High in sugar, so tiny portions. Source: San Diego House Rabbit Society.

A quick, sourced answer from House Rabbit Society and RWAF guidance, with the why behind it.

Papaya

Okay sometimes

Safe as a treat. It contains papain, an enzyme that may help break down ingested fur. Remove the skin and seeds. High in sugar, so tiny portions.

How much: A small 1-2 cm cube of flesh, once or twice a week. Remove skin and seeds.

Source: San Diego House Rabbit Society

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