Often asked: What Herbs Are Good For Rabbits?

Rabbits can eat the following herbs:

• Basil.
• Coriander.
• Dill.
• Mint.
• Parsley.
• Oregano.
• Rosemary.
• Sage.

What vegetables and herbs can rabbits eat?

Vegetables that can be fed to a rabbit daily:

• Bell peppers.
• Bok choy.
• Brussels sprouts.
• Carrot tops.
• Cucumber.
• Endive.
• Escarole.
• Fennel.

What leaves can rabbits eat daily?

Leafy greens daily Rabbits must have an adult-sized handful of safe washed leafy green vegetables, herbs and weeds daily. Feed a variety of greens daily, ideally 5-6 different types, such as cabbage/kale/broccoli/parsley/mint. Introduce new types of greens gradually in small amounts to avoid potential stomach upsets.

Can bunnies eat all herbs?

Safe Herbs Some herbs are safe for rabbits, and many are found in local stores or backyard gardens. These include basil, oregano, parsley, dill, cilantro, caraway, rosemary, sage, tarragon, lavender, peppermint, lemon balm, comfrey and clover.

Can rabbits eat parsley everyday?

Parsley makes an excellent addition to your rabbit’s usual feeding routine and can be given daily when rotated out with other greens. If your rabbit hasn’t eaten parsley before, start slowly introducing it into their diet so they can reap its big health benefits.

What herbs can rabbits eat daily?

Rabbits can eat the following herbs:

• Basil.
• Coriander.
• Dill.
• Mint.
• Parsley.
• Oregano.
• Rosemary.
• Sage.

Can bunnies eat cilantro?

Rabbits can have pieces of ripe, clean, fresh cilantro in moderation. Too much cilantro can cause a multitude of health problems for the bunny. Do not feed immature rabbits or rabbits with underlying health conditions cilantro even as a treat.

Can rabbits eat spinach leaves?

They cannot eat any fruits or vegetables that are going bad, wilting, or getting moldy. If you wouldn’t eat it, then don’t give it to your rabbit. Never give your rabbit kale or spinach. Kale and spinach can cause health problems over time, due to the high amount of oxalates and goitrogens.

Is rosemary good for rabbits?

Rosemary is a great herb to give to rabbits, providing variety to their diet and helping to ensure that they have a balanced nutrition. A handful (a few sprigs) is a portion for a day for a mature rabbit. However, not all bunnies will like rosemary.

Can rabbits eat mint and parsley?

Mint falls into the small category of herbs that are nontoxic for rabbits. Other herbs that are safe for rabbit consumption are basil, oregano, parsley, cilantro, clover, caraway, rosemary, sage, tarragon, lavender, dill, lemon balm, and comfrey.

Can rabbits eat chives?

Avoid foods in the onion family such as leeks, chives and onions because eating these foods could cause blood abnormalities. A good amount of “other” vegetables (non leafy greens) to feed your rabbit would be about 1 tablespoon per 2 lbs of body weight per day in one meal or divided into two or more.

Do rabbits like lavender?

Plants that rabbits dislike include lavender, penstemon, artemesia, hyssop, sages, shasta daisy, gaillardia, common butterfly bush, blue mist spirea and columbine. An Echter’s handout also lists plants that deer tend to avoid.

Can rabbits eat parsley and kale?

Vegetables like kale, parsley, mustard greens and spinach should be fed sparingly to your bunny as they are high in oxalates and goitrogens. Vegetables such as eggplants, potatoes, and tomato plant leaves are toxic to rabbits and should not be fed to them under any circumstances.