Safe Rabbit Foods
What Can I Feed My Rabbit?
Rabbits can eat many different types of plants, fruits and vegetables, although they are unable to identify themselves what is safe and what is not safe to eat. Listed below are some foods that are safe for rabbits to eat. The list is not comprehensive, but if you are unsure whether or not something is safe to feed to your rabbit, do not feed it to your rabbit!
Plants
- Basil
- Clover
- Dandelion - Flower, leaves and stem
- Dill
- Fennel
- Lemon Balm
- Lilac
- Marigold
- Marjoram
- Mint
- Mustard Greens - not seeds
- Parsley
- Sage
Fruits
- Apple - not the seeds
- Banana
- Blackberries - leaves and stem as well as the fruit
- Blueberries
- Cucumber
- Grapes
- Peach
- Pear
- Pineapple
- Raspberries - leaves and stem as well as the fruit
- Strawberries
- Tomato - only the fruit; leaves and stem are poisonous
Vegetables
- Asparagus
- Brocolli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrot - tops and root
- Celery
- Green Pepper
- Lettuce - dark leafy varieties, such as Romaine; not Iceberg
- Spinach
Feeding Guidelines
Feed fresh food in moderation, particularly fruit as it has a high sugar content. Any new food should be introduced gradually, as a sudden change in diet can upset your rabbit's digestive system. Make sure that any plants, fruit or vegetables you feed to your rabbit are clean and free from chemicals such as pesticides.
