Provides roughage, reduces hairball risk, helps grind teeth
Timothy Hay
Adult rabbit staple food
Orchard Grass
Adult rabbit staple food
Bermuda Hay
Adult rabbit staple food
Brome
It is not recommended as the sole long-term hay source.
Alfalfa
Only for young, nursing, elderly or injured rabbits
Suitable as occasional supplements, cannot replace staple hay. Adds dietary variety or serves as a hay-based treat.
Oat Hay
Highly palatable, can increase rabbit's interest in eating
Wheat Hay
High in fiber and suitable as a supplement, but should not completely replace timothy hay as the main diet
Fushan lettuce
It is safe and non-toxic for rabbits and suitable as a fresh food option
Arugula
Nutrient-rich with high fiber and minerals, suitable as a daily fresh vegetable side dish. Flowers are safe too
Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
It is nutrient-rich and suitable as part of a daily fresh vegetable mix
Beets tops/greens (Beta vulgaris)
High in calcium and oxalic acid; offer sparingly as an occasional treat, not as a staple food.
Bok Choy
It is rich in fiber and aids digestion, but as a cruciferous vegetable, eating too much can cause gas and digestive discomfort.
Borage Leaves (Borago officinalis)
An edible herb that should only be offered as a small supplement, not as a replacement for hay
Buckwheat Leaves (Fagopyrum esculentum)
Not recommended in large amounts; contains higher oxalic acid or mildly toxic compounds; treat as an occasional snack only
Carrot Tops
A very safe leafy green, suitable as a daily leafy food source
Chicory Greens
Moderate amounts
Collard Greens
Small moderate amounts
Cilantro
For adult rabbits, offer a small amount daily to provide nutrition and stimulate appetite. Young rabbits have more sensitive digestive systems, so cilantro is not recommended for them.
Cucumber leaves
Cucumber leaves contain fiber, but they should be offered only in small amounts as a supplement to daily hay and fresh vegetables. Always wash them thoroughly before feeding and make sure there is no pesticide residue.
Dandelion
Excellent healthy wild greens, and the leaves, flowers, and roots are all edible.
Dill
A safe and healthy leafy herb.
Endive
A healthy, low-oxalate leafy green, suitable as a nutritional supplement to the daily diet
Escarole
A safe and nutritious dark leafy green, suitable as part of a daily vegetable salad
Fennel
Safe and nutritious; best offered as an occasional treat. Seeds are not recommended as they may cause digestive issues
Fenugreek leaves
A healthy natural herb; leaves are safe to eat. Seeds should not be fed.
Gai choy / Gai choi / Mustard greens / Kai choi
A nutrient-rich dark leafy green; best mixed with other vegetables
Goutweed (Aegodopium podograria)
A high-moisture leafy green that can be offered as a treat to enrich dietary variety. Wash thoroughly to remove pesticides or parasites, and avoid feeding as the sole vegetable long-term to prevent excess oxalate intake
Kai lan / Gai lan (Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra)
Must be given in moderation and washed thoroughly. Kai lan is cruciferous and may cause gas; calcium content is also somewhat high
Kale
A high-calcium, high-oxalate leafy green — feed only in small, limited amounts
Komatsuna / Mustard spinach
High in calcium — feed only in small, limited amounts
Lamb’s quarters / White goosefoot
High in oxalic acid — offer only in small amounts as an occasional foraged treat
Lettuce
Choose dark-leafy varieties; avoid iceberg
Mache
A nutrient-rich leafy green vegetable, suitable as a daily dietary supplement.
Mint
Mint is a strongly aromatic herb; some rabbits enjoy its scent, but its high concentration of volatile oils may put a strain on the digestive system of some rabbits.
Napa cabbage / Pe tsai
Napa cabbage is a hydrating food for rabbits. It is safe in moderation, but excessive amounts may cause diarrhea, soft stools, or bloating.
New Zealand spinach
Long-term or excessive feeding may cause urinary problems in rabbits, such as calcium deposits or bladder stones.
Broccoli
Rabbits prefer the tender leaves of broccoli; the florets are also acceptable.
Cabbage
Causes gas
Choose high-fiber timothy-based pellets (at least 18% fiber). Avoid fancy mixes with nuts or seeds.
Oxbow Essentials
Top US brand
Burgess Excel
UK established brand
Supreme® Selective Naturals Botanicals Rabbit Food
High fiber formula
Versele-Laga® Complete Cuni Adult
Belgian brand
Mazuri® Timothy-Hay Based Rabbit Diet
Zoo-grade quality
Kaytee® Fiesta Rabbit Food
Well-known US brand
Bunny Nature® RabbitDream LARGE BREED
German brand
APD® Timmy Rabbit Pellets
US brand
MARUKAN® Naturaha 12-Ingredient Mixed Rabbit Food
Japanese brand
Vitakraft Life Dream
German brand
All fruits are high in sugar and should be treats only. Offer very small amounts 1-2 times per week.
Apple
Remove seeds
Banana
High sugar
Strawberry
Blueberry
Papaya
Watermelon
Cantaloupe
Pineapple
Small amounts
Pear
Remove seeds
Grape
Remove Seed, High sugar
Cherry
Remove pit
Mango
Small amounts
Kiwi
Peach
Remove pit
Guava
Remove pit
Commercial treats should be given very sparingly; choose natural, additive-free products. Use as training rewards.
Carrot Root
Natural treat
Oxbow Simple Rewards
Natural ingredients
Vitakraft Treats
German brand
Dried Rose Petals
Burgess Excel Treats
UK brand
Dried Banana Chips
Very high sugar
Not food, not counted in diet ratio. Safe natural wood or stems that help wear down teeth, prevent overgrowth, and relieve boredom and stress.
Apple Wood
Sweet Bamboo Sticks
Willow Wood
A bunny favorite
Pear Wood
Fruit tree wood, safe to chew
Mulberry Wood
Medium hardness
Coconut Shell
Hard chew, doubles as a toy
Corn Husk
Dried husk, chewable and playable
Straw Ball
Woven toy
Rattan Ball
Lightweight chew toy
These foods are toxic or harmful to rabbits and must never be fed.
Cassava greens
Contains cyanogenic glycosides; raw leaves are toxic
Chocolate
Highly toxic
Onion
Toxic
Garlic
Toxic
Leeks/Scallions
Toxic
Avocado
Highly toxic
Potato
Toxic (especially green parts)
Tomato Leaves/Stems
Toxic
Rhubarb Leaves
Highly toxic
Coffee/Tea
Toxic
Alcohol
Highly toxic
Nuts
Not suitable
Seeds
Not suitable
Bread/Grains
Not suitable
Dairy Products
Not suitable
Meat
Completely unsuitable
Sugary Processed Foods
Seriously harmful
Peanut Butter
Not suitable
Corn
Not recommended
Bamboo shoots
Not recommended
Aloe vera
Core of the fruit
Amaryllis
Entire plant
Hippeastrum
Bulb
Autumn Crocus
Whole plant is toxic
Azalea / Rhododendron
Leaves and nectar are toxic
Baby's Breath
Leaves and flowers are toxic
Begonia
Leaves, flowers, and stems are toxic
Bird of Paradise
Whole plant is toxic
Calla Lily
Leaves are toxic
Carnation
Leaves and flowers are toxic
Chrysanthemum
Whole plant is toxic. This is not chamomile
Daisy
Whole plant is toxic
Daffodil / Narcissus
Leaves, flowers, and bulbs are toxic
Daylily
Whole plant is toxic
Dieffenbachia
Whole plant is toxic (leaves and stems)
Desert Rose
Whole plant is toxic
Giant Elephant Ear
Whole plant is toxic
Ivy
Leaves and berries are toxic
Iris
Bulbs are toxic
Wisteria
Whole plant is toxic
Lantana
Whole plant is toxic
Lily
Whole plant is toxic
Lily of the Valley
Whole plant is toxic
Marguerite Daisy
Sap is toxic
Poinsettia
Leaves and stems are toxic
Tulip
Bulbs are toxic
Caladium
Tubers and leaves are toxic
Aglaonema
Whole plant is toxic
Pothos
Sap is toxic
Morning Glory
Seeds, flowers, leaves, and stems are all toxic to rabbits
Sago Palm
Seeds and young stems are toxic
Arborvitae
Branches and leaves are toxic
Agave
Sap is toxic
Oleander
Whole plant is highly toxic
Pansy
Leaves are toxic
Ferns
Leaves are toxic
- ✻Introduce new vegetables one at a time in small amounts, watch for soft stools or diarrhea
- ✻Hay should be 85% of diet - it's the most important food source
- ✻Pellets are only 5% - overfeeding can cause obesity, heart and liver disease
- ✻Fruits and carrot roots are treats - high sugar, give sparingly
- ✻Alfalfa only for babies, nursing mothers, or special needs - avoid for healthy adults
- ✻Never feed processed human foods: chocolate, cookies, bread, yogurt drops, etc.
- ✻When in doubt, consult a professional veterinarian