In addition to your bunny’s usual diet of rabbit food and treats, providing a good array of fresh vegetables is the best way to make sure your pet bunny is getting plenty of healthy nutrients. It is actually recommended that you give your rabbit fresh vegetables on a daily basis and even as much as three times every day. Use this helpful guide to ensure you know the best vegetables to give to your pet rabbit and how often they should be given.
Green Leafy Vegetables That are Healthy for Your Bunny Every Day
Rabbits can eat just about any green leafy veggie you offer them and most are safe for daily feeding if you have the vegetable around. Some green leafy vegetable varieties your rabbit will enjoy include:
- Wheatgrass and chemical-free regular grass
- Okra leaves, radish tops, and pumpkin leaves
- Mustard greens, dandelion greens, beet greens, radicchio, and chard
- Sasil, parsley, mint, and cilantro
- Deeply coloured lettuce varieties, like romaine, arugula, and bibb
- Cabbage leaves
Other Healthy Veggies for Your Bunny
In addition to the green leafy veggies, which your bunny may prefer, there are other vegetables that are safe for feeding your bunny on a daily basis. A few safe and healthy vegetables include:
- Bell peppers in any colour variety
- Radishes
- Brussels sprouts
- Broccoli
- Bok choy
- Eggplant
- Pea pods
Vegetables to offer Sparingly
Any vegetables that are known for their higher than usual calcium content are healthy for your bunny, but should not be given to them on a daily basis. High amounts of calcium can lead to kidney problems. If you have a senior rabbit that is older, consult your veterinarian before offering high-calcium veggies. Some of the higher calcium veggies to be mindful of include collard greens and kale. Likewise, vegetables that have a high starch content or a higher level of sugar, such as potatoes or tomatoes, should only be offered as an occasional treat. Believe it or not, carrots are actually in this category even though this is often assumed a perfectly safe daily treat.
Offering your pet bunny a healthy diet is one of the easiest ways to keep it healthy, strong, and not feeling bored with their daily meal routine. By using this list and sticking primarily with green leafy vegetables with an occasional treat tossed in, your pet rabbit is bound to be both content and healthy. If you would like to know more about healthy rabbit foods to feed your pet, reach out to us at Pets.ie for more information.