The Fruit & Veggie List
Rabbits enjoy munching on fresh vegetables, and it’s essential to include a daily serving in their diet. We’ve put together a list of rabbit-safe veggies that you can easily find at local supermarkets and nearby grocery stores.
STAPLE VEGGIES
Some vegetables can be given to your rabbit as staples, meaning they can eat as much as they like. Since preferences vary, some rabbits may prefer basil, others lettuce, so try different types to see what your rabbit enjoys. Ideally, offer at least three different vegetables daily for a balanced diet.
- Arugula
- Basil
- Bok Choy
- Carrots (considered a treat because of its sweetness)
- Cilantro (Wansoy)
- Dill
- Fennel
- Mint
- Mustard Greens (Mustasa)
- Parsley*
- Romaine Lettuce (NOT Iceberg!)
- Watercress
- Wheatgrass
*should not be fed everyday
If you’re on a tight budget, camote tops (talbos ng kamote) are a safe and affordable vegetable for rabbits, though they offer limited nutrition. Some owners also feed kangkong, but it should be given with caution, as it can cause diarrhea in some rabbits.
FROOTY TREATS
Here are some fruits and roots that can be given as occasional treats. Please note that these should be offered in small amounts and not on a regular basis.
- Apples
- Bananas
- Mangoes
- Melon
- Papaya
- Pears
- Pineapple
- Strawberries
- Watermelon
WHAT TO AVOID
Under no circumstances should you feed the following foods to your rabbits, as they are harmful to their health:
- Coffee Beans
- Chocolate
- House Plants (since most are toxic to rabbits)
- Iceberg Lettuce
- Kang Kong
- Onions
- Pechay
Remember, vegetables and fruits should only make up a small portion of your rabbit’s diet, 10% for vegetables and 5% for fruits and treats.