Blueberries are among the most nutritious fruits in the world. These water-rich treats are packed with fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, folate, and an array of antioxidants. But, are blueberries healthy for rabbits? Blueberries are safe for rabbits to eat. However, they’re high in fruit sugar (fructose), so they should only […]

Carrots and other root vegetables are counted as the high-carb (or sugary) part of a rabbit’s diet. These should be fed to rabbits sparingly. Thankfully, the greens and the leaves that we throw away are much healthier. Vegetable tops, such as carrot greens, radish greens, spinach, fennel greens, celery leaves, […]

Cereals refer to the edible parts of the grain. The most commonly cultivated cereal grains include wheat, corn, barley, rice, oats, millet, rye, and sorghum. Then we have processed cereals, such as frosted flakes, fruit loops, and Lucky Charms. But are any of these cereals safe for rabbits? In very […]

Nuts are high in fats and protein, along with some fibers, vitamins, and minerals, such as potassium and magnesium. Popular nuts that include Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pine nuts, monkey nuts (peanuts), and pecans. But are these types of nuts safe for rabbits to eat? While nuts are considered safe […]

Although rabbits love to eat green veg, it shouldn’t be assumed that all veggies are safe for rabbits to eat.  In fact, some vegetables are harmful to rabbits. Rabbits should not eat any type of mushroom (wild or shop-bought). Some mushrooms contain Mycotoxins which, if ingested by rabbits, can lead […]

Rabbits often enjoy foraging and eating weeds from the garden. Rabbits thrive on the fiber in natural greenery. While some weeds are beneficial to the health of rabbits, others are highly toxic. So, it’s crucial that you know which weeds are good and bad for rabbits. Daisies, buttercups, clover, and […]

Figs are sweet and succulent, which appeals to a rabbit’s palate. They are also packed with fiber, which is the cornerstone of a healthy rabbit diet. Figs should be fed to a rabbit in moderation. A small piece of fig once a week is more than enough. Despite being fibrous, […]

Rabbits are voracious eaters and enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables as part of a balanced diet. While a rabbit’s diet should be predominantly fresh hay and water, 10 to 20% of its diet can include fresh foods that humans eat, such as fruits and veggies. Rabbits enjoy fresh fruits and […]

Rabbits enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits as part of a balanced diet. Apples are known to be among the healthiest fruits for humans, but you may wonder if apples are healthy for rabbits. Rabbits can eat apples with the skin, but only in moderation. Feed your rabbit only 1 or […]