Can rats eat citrus

Why can’t rats eat citrus?

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It’s only male rats that shouldn’t eat it. And it’s not all citruses that they shouldn’t eat, it’s only orange juice. Read this from the Rat and Mouse club of America to learn all about it- http://www.rmca.org/Articles/oj.htm Female rats ar…

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Why can’t rats eat citrus?

Q: I was eyeballing some kumquats and thinking how lovely, sweet and vitamin filled they were and thought they were the perfect size to feed to my rats. But then thought, can rats eat citrus?The answer I found is no, but why is that?Is citrus just too much for them?

A: I’m pretty sure its just males and OJ. Something only males have in their liver plus OJ = liver issues. Females are fine though. Mine love a fresh orange

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A: Chug it down Allex!For the rats check my sources.Other than that why not ask a vet store?Try not to go to a local but a brand name alright.I love ratts and hamsters as pets.I would get one but unfortunately myy sister hhas a cat.So we are trying to train it.Good Luck with your rats!

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Q: well, i was wondering… can rats eat tomato, lettuce, onion etc? because im sick of giving him just fruit. i know citrus is bad for him so i only give him bananas (his favourite) apple, watermelon, etc. oh and can he carrot?

A: Ye tomatoes carrots and lettuce are fine not sure about onions tho, rats also love bread, pasta, chicken, cheese, seeds, and they love dog food.