TAMUK Composite Rabbits

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Feed & Forage

TAMUK-C were developed as a backyard meat rabbit breed. They can be sustained wholly on pellets or pellets and hay but they are also well suited for forage. However, because this is not a specific adaptation of TAMUK-C, it's best to acquire your rabbits from breeders that feed forage if this is an important aspect to you. Anecdotally, there does seem to be a lower incidence of weaning enteritis among TAMUK-C and especially those that feed forage regularly.

Anecdotally Safe Plants to Feed

This list is compiled via experience with giving these plants to TAMUK-C rabbits and having observed no ill effects. Feed under your own caution and discretion.

Free Feed Plants	Moderate Feed Plants	Occasional Feed Plants
* Parsley * Cilantro * Basil (all types) * Carrot TOPS * Parsnip TOPS * Green Bean Leaves * Banana Tree Leaves * Rose Leaves, Stems, & Flowers * Mints, Lemon Balm, Bee Balm * Blackberry Leaves & Stems * Dandelion Leaves, Flowers, and Roots * Sweet Potato VINES * Crabgrass, Nutsedge, St Augustine	• Mulberry Leaves & Branches • Kale • Broccoli/Brussel • Sprout/Cabbage Leaves • Japanese Honeysuckle Flowers and Vines • Oregano • Dill Weed • Chard • Spinach • Banana Peels • Morning Glory/Bindweed • Asparagus Shoots and Fronds • Arugula	* Carrots * Apples * Green Beans/Peas * Banana * Lettuce (Romaine, Butter) * Cucumbers/Squash * Strawberries

Studies

These papers are not specific to TAMUK-C but contain useful information about feed and forage of rabbits.
Types of Rabbit Hay
Black Locust and Mimosa as Forage