{"id":51978,"date":"2023-01-18T10:43:19","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T10:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/"},"modified":"2023-01-19T04:22:04","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T04:22:04","slug":"is-melon-safe-for-rats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/","title":{"rendered":"Is melon safe for rats?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Is_melon_safe_for_rats\" title=\"Is melon safe for rats?\">Is melon safe for rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_fruits_can_rats_not_eat\" title=\"What fruits can rats not eat?\">What fruits can rats not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_melons_can_rats_eat\" title=\"What melons can rats eat?\">What melons can rats eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_foods_are_toxic_to_rats\" title=\"What foods are toxic to rats?\">What foods are toxic to rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_have_honeydew_melon_seeds\" title=\"Can rats have honeydew melon seeds?\">Can rats have honeydew melon seeds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_eat_mango\" title=\"Can rats eat mango?\">Can rats eat mango?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_can_rats_not_eat\" title=\"What can rats not eat?\">What can rats not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_fruit_can_rats_eat\" title=\"What fruit can rats eat?\">What fruit can rats eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_have_watermelon\" title=\"Can rats have watermelon?\">Can rats have watermelon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_have_Pepino_melon\" title=\"Can rats have Pepino melon?\">Can rats have Pepino melon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_foods_kill_rats\" title=\"What foods kill rats?\">What foods kill rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_food_kills_rats_instantly\" title=\"What food kills rats instantly?\">What food kills rats instantly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_foods_can_rats_not_eat\" title=\"What foods can rats not eat?\">What foods can rats not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_eat_honeydew_melon_seeds\" title=\"Can rats eat honeydew melon seeds?\">Can rats eat honeydew melon seeds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_eat_melon_seeds\" title=\"Can rats eat melon seeds?\">Can rats eat melon seeds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Are_honeydew_melon_seeds_poisonous\" title=\"Are honeydew melon seeds poisonous?\">Are honeydew melon seeds poisonous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_can_I_do_with_honeydew_melon_seeds\" title=\"What can I do with honeydew melon seeds?\">What can I do with honeydew melon seeds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#Can_rats_have_mango_peel\" title=\"Can rats have mango peel?\">Can rats have mango peel?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_fruits_can_a_rat_have\" title=\"What fruits can a rat have?\">What fruits can a rat have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_foods_are_poisonous_to_rats\" title=\"What foods are poisonous to rats?\">What foods are poisonous to rats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_are_rats_favorite_foods\" title=\"What are rats favorite foods?\">What are rats favorite foods?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_are_rats_not_allowed\" title=\"What are rats not allowed?\">What are rats not allowed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_fruit_cant_rats_eat\" title=\"What fruit can&#8217;t rats eat?\">What fruit can&#8217;t rats eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_is_the_best_fruit_to_rat\" title=\"What is the best fruit to rat?\">What is the best fruit to rat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-melon-safe-for-rats\/#What_fruit_do_rats_not_like\" title=\"What fruit do rats not like?\">What fruit do rats not like?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_melon_safe_for_rats\"><\/span>Is melon safe for rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fruits for Rats <b>Melon and other watery fruits like seedless grapes, apples, pears, nectarines, kiwi and peaches are good treats. Banana and avocado are high-fat fruits that are safe for rats. Offer a small amount of these fruits a few times per week to add variety to your rat&#8217;s diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruits_can_rats_not_eat\"><\/span>What fruits can rats not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Toxic foods are poisonous to rats and should be completely avoided.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avocado skin and pit.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Citrus fruits (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Mango (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Green potato.<\/li>\n<li>Fluorinated and\/or Chlorinated Water (use only filtered water, never tap water)<\/li>\n<li>Green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Uncooked\/dried beans (contains toxic hemaglutin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-rats-like-cauliflower\/\">Do rats like cauliflower?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_melons_can_rats_eat\"><\/span>What melons can rats eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pass the Fruit Salad Other fruits to feed pet rats include pears, <b>watermelon, cantaloupe, kiwi, peaches, plums and grapes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_are_toxic_to_rats\"><\/span>What foods are toxic to rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-198354 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-foods-are-toxic-to-rats.jpg\" alt=\"What foods are toxic to rats?\" width=\"974\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-foods-are-toxic-to-rats.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-foods-are-toxic-to-rats-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-foods-are-toxic-to-rats-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-foods-are-toxic-to-rats-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Raw artichokes. Raw dry beans or peanuts. Raw red cabbage and brussel sprouts. Raw sweet potato.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_have_honeydew_melon_seeds\"><\/span>Can rats have honeydew melon seeds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Toxic foods are poisonous to rats and should be completely avoided.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avocado skin and pit.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Citrus fruits (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Mango (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Green potato.<\/li>\n<li>Fluorinated and\/or Chlorinated Water (use only filtered water, never tap water)<\/li>\n<li>Green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Uncooked\/dried beans (contains toxic hemaglutin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_eat_mango\"><\/span>Can rats eat mango?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As stated, <b>mangoes can definitely play a healthy role in your rat&#8217;s diet. However, they should most be considered a treat to be offered on occasion, not on a regular basis. Rats are very small animals, so they don&#8217;t need to eat very much.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_rats_not_eat\"><\/span>What can rats not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What foods can rats not eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raw sweet potato.<\/li>\n<li>Raw cabbage, Brussels sprouts and artichoke.<\/li>\n<li>Dry beans or peanuts.<\/li>\n<li>Unripe\/green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Dried corn or peas.<\/li>\n<li>Green potato skin.<\/li>\n<li>Blue cheese.<\/li>\n<li>Skin of citrus fruits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruit_can_rats_eat\"><\/span>What fruit can rats eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some examples of suitable fruit and vegetables are: <b>apples, pears, banana, melons, stone fruits, citrus fruits, broccoli, cabbage (not red cabbage), endive, carrots, Bok choy\/other Asian greens, celery, parsley, berries, fresh corn (small amount only) and peas.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_have_watermelon\"><\/span>Can rats have watermelon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But <b>watermelon is actually a good choice for rats. For starters, it&#8217;s a low-calorie option with vitamins A and C and plenty of potassium. All these nutrients promote a healthy digestive and immune system, making watermelons a great snack choice.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_have_Pepino_melon\"><\/span>Can rats have Pepino melon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fruits for Rats <b>Melon and other watery fruits like seedless grapes, apples, pears, nectarines, kiwi and peaches are good treats. Banana and avocado are high-fat fruits that are safe for rats. Offer a small amount of these fruits a few times per week to add variety to your rat&#8217;s diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fqImJUnip5k\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_kill_rats\"><\/span>What foods kill rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Combine 1 cup of flour or cornmeal with 1 cup of sugar or powdered chocolate mix. Add 1 cup of <b>baking soda and blend the mixture very well. The sugar or chocolate will attract the rats, and the baking soda will soon kill them after they&#8217;ve consumed it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_food_kills_rats_instantly\"><\/span>What food kills rats instantly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The smell of ammonia is very pungent that it instantly kills rats. 4. <b>Black pepper can also produce a very sharp smell which is harmful to mice and rats. This is a basic condiment because it spices up the food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_can_rats_not_eat\"><\/span>What foods can rats not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What foods can rats not eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raw sweet potato.<\/li>\n<li>Raw cabbage, Brussels sprouts and artichoke.<\/li>\n<li>Dry beans or peanuts.<\/li>\n<li>Unripe\/green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Dried corn or peas.<\/li>\n<li>Green potato skin.<\/li>\n<li>Blue cheese.<\/li>\n<li>Skin of citrus fruits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_eat_honeydew_melon_seeds\"><\/span>Can rats eat honeydew melon seeds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pomegranate, raisins and blackcurrants are suitable. <b>Melon and other watery fruits like seedless grapes, apples, pears, nectarines, kiwi and peaches are good treats. Banana and avocado are high-fat fruits that are safe for rats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_eat_melon_seeds\"><\/span>Can rats eat melon seeds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rats are omnivores, and <b>it is safe for them to eat a wide variety of meats, vegetables, and fruits, including cantaloupe and other melons.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_honeydew_melon_seeds_poisonous\"><\/span>Are honeydew melon seeds poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are honeydew seeds poisonous? <b>No, honeydew seeds are not poisonous. You can eat them raw from the fruit, and they can&#8217;t grow in your acidic stomach either. However, they contain cyanide and sugar compound called amygdalin, which, when metabolized, breaks down into Hydrogen Cyanide, HCN.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_do_with_honeydew_melon_seeds\"><\/span>What can I do with honeydew melon seeds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are the summer melon seeds and their health benefits: You can <b>eat muskmelon seeds raw or add them to your salads as well as fruit servings. Dry roast them in the oven or on the gas and binge. You can also add these seeds in your soups, stews and gravies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_rats_have_mango_peel\"><\/span>Can rats have mango peel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>yes, you can. while there is evidence that large amounts of D-Limonene, found in mangoes, as well as citrus rinds, can be harmful to male rats, the amounts involved in this study were very much larger than are ever likely to be consumed in the diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruits_can_a_rat_have\"><\/span>What fruits can a rat have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fruits to Avoid Even though rats can eat banana, make sure the banana you give him is ripe. Green bananas are harsh on his sensitive digestive tract. Avocados can be toxic; <b>dried fruit including apricots, banana chips, raisins and dried apples can be a choking danger; refrain from giving them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_are_poisonous_to_rats\"><\/span>What foods are poisonous to rats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some examples of suitable fruit and vegetables are: <b>apples, pears, banana, melons, stone fruits, citrus fruits, broccoli, cabbage (not red cabbage), endive, carrots, Bok choy\/other Asian greens, celery, parsley, berries, fresh corn (small amount only) and peas.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_rats_favorite_foods\"><\/span>What are rats favorite foods?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-198356 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-are-rats-favorite-foods.png\" alt=\"What are rats favorite foods?\" width=\"1007\" height=\"671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-are-rats-favorite-foods.png 1007w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-are-rats-favorite-foods-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-are-rats-favorite-foods-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1007px) 100vw, 1007px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Toxic foods are poisonous to rats and should be completely avoided.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avocado skin and pit.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Citrus fruits (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Mango (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Green potato.<\/li>\n<li>Fluorinated and\/or Chlorinated Water (use only filtered water, never tap water)<\/li>\n<li>Green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Uncooked\/dried beans (contains toxic hemaglutin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_rats_not_allowed\"><\/span>What are rats not allowed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be it <b>almonds, walnuts, peanuts, or hazelnuts rats and mice love them all! Such high-protein foods can provide necessary nourishment and are among the favorite foods of rats and mice. Rats and mice will generally prefer seeds, grains, fruits, plants, etc., but they will not hesitate to nibble on meat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruit_cant_rats_eat\"><\/span>What fruit can&#8217;t rats eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What foods can rats not eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raw sweet potato.<\/li>\n<li>Raw cabbage, Brussels sprouts and artichoke.<\/li>\n<li>Dry beans or peanuts.<\/li>\n<li>Unripe\/green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Dried corn or peas.<\/li>\n<li>Green potato skin.<\/li>\n<li>Blue cheese.<\/li>\n<li>Skin of citrus fruits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_fruit_to_rat\"><\/span>What is the best fruit to rat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Toxic foods are poisonous to rats and should be completely avoided.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avocado skin and pit.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Citrus fruits (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Mango (causes kidney damage)<\/li>\n<li>Green potato.<\/li>\n<li>Fluorinated and\/or Chlorinated Water (use only filtered water, never tap water)<\/li>\n<li>Green bananas.<\/li>\n<li>Uncooked\/dried beans (contains toxic hemaglutin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fruit_do_rats_not_like\"><\/span>What fruit do rats not like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Berries safe for rats include <b>strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries. Pomegranate, raisins and blackcurrants are suitable. Melon and other watery fruits like seedless grapes, apples, pears, nectarines, kiwi and peaches are good treats. 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