Vegetables for Rabbits
Fresh vegetables add variety, nutrients, and hydration to your rabbit's diet. Here's how to do it right.
📌 Rule: Feed 1-2 cups of fresh vegetables per 5 lbs body weight daily.
Best Vegetables for Rabbits
Leafy Greens (Feed Daily)
Romaine lettuce*
Green leaf lettuce
Red leaf lettuce
Bok choy
Cilantro
Parsley (curly or flat)
Romaine lettuce*
Watercress
Arugula
Radicchio
*Avoid Iceberg lettuce — it's mostly water with no nutrition
Non-Leafy Vegetables (Feed 2-3x per Week)
Bell peppers
Cucumber
Tomato
Zucchini
Broccoli
Carrot (root and tops)
Brussels sprouts
Celery
Vegetables to Limit
These are nutritious but high in calcium or oxalates — feed sparingly:
- Kale — High in calcium
- Spinach — High in oxalates
- Mustard greens — High in oxalates
- Swiss chard — Can cause GI upset
Foods to Avoid
- Onions, garlic, leeks — Toxic
- Potatoes — Too starchy
- Corn — Cannot digest
- Beans and legumes — Cause gas/bloat
- Avocado — Toxic to rabbits
- Iceberg lettuce — No nutrition, can cause diarrhea
- Rhubarb — Toxic
Feeding Tips
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly
- Introduce new veggies slowly (one at a time)
- Remove uneaten veggies after a few hours
- Rotate types for variety
- Feed at room temperature (not cold from fridge)
Signs of Too Many Vegetables
- Soft, sticky, or runny droppings
- Messy bottom
- Decreased appetite for hay
If this happens, cut back on vegetables and increase hay.
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Complete guide to rabbit nutrition, including safe vegetables, feeding amounts, and more.