Food safety

What rabbits can eat

26 foods rated, with serving sizes for the safe ones and the reason behind every no. Each one has its own page for the question as it is usually asked.

Timothy Hay

Safe

The foundation of a rabbit diet. Unlimited supply recommended.

How much: Unlimited

Can rabbits eat timothy hay? →

Romaine Lettuce

Safe

Excellent daily green. High in fiber and water content.

How much: 1-2 cups per 2 lbs body weight

Can rabbits eat romaine lettuce? →

Cilantro

Safe

Great herb for daily rotation. Most rabbits love it.

How much: A handful daily

Can rabbits eat cilantro? →

Basil

Safe

Safe herb. Can be fed daily as part of green rotation.

How much: A few sprigs daily

Can rabbits eat basil? →

Parsley

Safe

Rich in vitamins. Feed in moderation due to high calcium.

How much: A few sprigs 3-4x/week

Can rabbits eat parsley? →

Kale

Safe

Nutritious but high in calcium. Rotate with other greens.

How much: 1-2 leaves 2-3x/week

Can rabbits eat kale? →

Bell Pepper

Safe

All colors safe. Good source of vitamin C.

How much: 1-2 thin slices daily

Can rabbits eat bell pepper? →

Bok Choy

Safe

Excellent green with good calcium-phosphorus ratio.

How much: 1-2 leaves daily

Can rabbits eat bok choy? →

Arugula

Safe

Peppery green, most rabbits enjoy. Good for rotation.

How much: A handful 3-4x/week

Can rabbits eat arugula? →

Carrot

Treat only

High in sugar. Tops are better than the root.

How much: 1-2 baby carrots max 2-3x/week

Can rabbits eat carrot? →

Apple

Treat only

Remove seeds (toxic). High sugar, very small amounts only.

How much: 1 thin slice 1-2x/week

Can rabbits eat apple? →

Banana

Treat only

Very high sugar. Rabbits love it but keep it rare.

How much: 1 thin slice 1-2x/week

Can rabbits eat banana? →

Strawberry

Treat only

High sugar. Good as occasional treat including leaves.

How much: 1 small berry 1-2x/week

Can rabbits eat strawberry? →

Blueberry

Treat only

High sugar. Can stain fur. Very small amounts.

How much: 2-3 berries 1-2x/week

Can rabbits eat blueberry? →

Grape

Treat only

Very high sugar. Only as rare treat.

How much: 1 grape max 1x/week

Can rabbits eat grape? →

Iceberg Lettuce

Toxic / dangerous

Contains lactucarium which can be harmful. Almost no nutritional value. Use romaine instead.

Can rabbits eat iceberg lettuce? →

Avocado

Toxic / dangerous

Contains persin. FATAL to rabbits. Never feed any part of an avocado.

Can rabbits eat avocado? →

Chocolate

Toxic / dangerous

Contains theobromine. Extremely toxic. Seek emergency vet immediately if ingested.

Can rabbits eat chocolate? →

Onion

Toxic / dangerous

Destroys red blood cells. Toxic in all forms (raw, cooked, powder).

Can rabbits eat onion? →

Garlic

Toxic / dangerous

Even more toxic than onion. Can cause hemolytic anemia.

Can rabbits eat garlic? →

Potato

Toxic / dangerous

Contains solanine. All parts toxic including eyes and skin.

Can rabbits eat potato? →

Rhubarb

Toxic / dangerous

Contains oxalic acid. Can cause kidney failure. All parts dangerous.

Can rabbits eat rhubarb? →

Mushroom

Toxic / dangerous

Many varieties are toxic. Never feed any mushroom to rabbits.

Can rabbits eat mushroom? →

Bread

Toxic / dangerous

Cannot digest properly. Causes dangerous GI blockage and bloating.

Can rabbits eat bread? →

Pasta

Toxic / dangerous

Starchy, indigestible. Risk of GI stasis.

Can rabbits eat pasta? →

Yogurt Drops

Toxic / dangerous

Rabbits are lactose intolerant. Dairy causes severe GI distress.

Can rabbits eat yogurt drops? →

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Food guidance, not a diagnosis. If your rabbit has already eaten something you are worried about — especially if they have stopped eating or producing droppings — run the emergency check and call a rabbit-savvy vet.