Balanced Diet for Rabbits: What It Should Include

Rabbits have a sensitive digestive system and specific nutritional needs.

A proper diet is essential for their health, longevity, and preventing issues such as obesity or gastrointestinal disorders.

  1. Hay: The Foundation of the Diet

Makes up 70-80% of their daily food intake.

Supports healthy digestion and helps wear down continuously growing teeth.

Tip: Hay should always be fresh, dust-free, and mold-free.

  1. Fresh Vegetables

Provide fiber, vitamins, and hydration.

Safe options include:

  • Beet greens (rich in vitamin A)
  • Red or green leaf lettuce
  • Spinach
  • Parsley
  • Basil
  • Pea pods (pods only)
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Swiss chard
  • Broccoli (leaves and stems)
  • Dill
  • Celery leaves
  • Carrot tops

Important: Avoid feeding your rabbit only vegetables, as this can lead to nutritional imbalance.

  1. Limited Amounts of Pellets

Choose high-quality pellets.

Avoid mixes with seeds, grains, or added sugars.

Recommended amount: 20–30 grams per day for an adult rabbit (depending on weight).

  1. Fresh Water

Always available, preferably in a bowl rather than just a bottle.

Change daily.

  1. Treats in Moderation

Allowed: Small pieces of apple, strawberry, or carrot (as an occasional reward, not daily).

Avoid: Sweets, chocolate, bread, biscuits.

Common Feeding Mistakes for Rabbits

  • Too many pellets → Obesity and health problems.
  • Lack of hay → Constipation and dental issues.
  • Excessive fruit → Digestive disorders.
  • Sudden diet changes → Gut problems.
  • Overfeeding vegetables without enough hay.

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