Oranges and small pets
Each animal is checked separately. An answer for one species never stands in for another.
Also called: orange, citrus, citrus fruit, satsuma, clementine, tangerine
| Animal | Verdict | Short answer |
|---|---|---|
| Rabbits | Not verified | We haven't verified this for rabbits yet. That doesn't mean it's safe. If your rabbit has eaten it, contact a vet who treats small mammals. |
| Guinea pigs | Caution | Sources disagree. The Royal Veterinary College and VCA list oranges as an occasional treat, but the RSPCA lists citrus fruit as harmful to guinea pigs, so we advise caution. |
| Hamsters | Caution | Best avoided for now. PDSA says owners have long been advised against citrus because of its acidity, and while research is still out, suggests other fruits instead. |
| Gerbils | Safe | Yes, in small amounts alongside their pellets. The RSPCA lists oranges among foods that can supplement a gerbil's pellet food. |
| Rats | Not verified | We haven't verified this for rats yet. That doesn't mean it's safe. If your rat has eaten it, contact a vet who treats small mammals. |
| Mice | Not verified | We haven't verified this for mice yet. That doesn't mean it's safe. If your mouse has eaten it, contact a vet who treats small mammals. |
| Ferrets | Not verified | We haven't verified this for ferrets yet. That doesn't mean it's safe. If your ferret has eaten it, contact a vet who treats small mammals. |