Prohibited food for rabbits

Author: Peter Berry
Date Of Creation: 16 February 2021
Update Date: 5 November 2024
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RABBITS: Prohibited food. What should you avoid
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THE rabbit feed, regardless of breed (belier type, American chinchilla or toy or dwarf) should be based on consumption of hay, recommended fruits and vegetables, and feed. But the fact that the rabbit is a herbivorous animal does not mean that it can consume all kinds of plants, as there are some foods that are harmful and harmful to your health.

In this PeritoAnimal article we will show you the prohibited food for rabbits and explain some of the main reasons for never offering them.

Keep reading and find out what these prohibited foods are, whether they are homemade or of natural origin. Find everything you need to know about foods harmful to rabbits below.


Forbidden vegetables for rabbits

Vegetables must be offered to our rabbit on a daily basis, however there are some varieties that are really toxic, so their consumption is prohibited. Some vegetables are also not recommended due to their high sugar content or poor digestibility. Next, we show you the most dangerous vegetables for rabbits:

  • Potato: contains a lot of a very toxic alkaloid called solanine. Solanine is eliminated by boiling it, however it remains a very caloric and starchy food, which can lead to serious digestive disorders. It is advisable never to offer potatoes to your rabbit.
  • Yam: As with potatoes, this tuber contains high doses of solanine and large amounts of sugar. Its consumption must be totally avoided.
  • Garlic: used for years in small portions to prevent the appearance of intestinal parasites. However, it is not a food that should be offered regularly or undiluted. It is a food that causes severe stomach disorders.
  • Onion: in addition to causing poor digestion, onions contribute to the loss of red blood cells, which causes weakness and dizziness in the rabbit. In the long term, its consumption can cause severe anemia and even death.
  • Turnip: The turnip itself is very indigestible for rabbits, however the leaves are an excellent prize they like.
  • Leek: its effects are similar to those of onions, it is a food that causes a lot of poor digestion in the rabbit. In addition, leeks give rise to gases that the rabbit cannot expel.
  • mushrooms: In addition to the really poisonous mushrooms, other varieties such as the classic mushrooms are still very dangerous for rabbits. In the long term, they can cause the appearance of tumors.
  • Peas, rhubarb and parsnip: these three vegetables have in common an excess of sugar, which can lead to intestinal, brain and kidney problems. It is very important to choose vegetables and fruits that are low in sugar.
  • Beans: this food is very indigestible for the rabbit's body.

Forbidden Fruits for Rabbits

Fruits are, in general, a food of vegetable origin that must be managed with care to rabbits. Despite being foods that are allowed or suitable for consumption, their high sugar content does not make them recommendable as usual food. Some fruits can be consumed by the rabbit only 1 or 2 times a week. However, there are fruits that should not be fed to rabbits. See below what they are:


  • Soursop: in addition to being very high in sugar, soursop is a fruit that also has excess fat for your rabbit. Its consumption should be avoided or it should be offered spaced and in small portions. It is not a recommended food.
  • figs: despite being a very rich fruit and with many properties, the fig has a high amount of sugar which, as mentioned, is very harmful to the rabbit. It is a fruit that should be avoided.
  • Apricot, loquat, plum and peach: these three fruits, despite offering vitamin A and fiber to our little friend, have in common the presence of cyanide in their seeds. For this reason, we must cut and wash them and never offer pieces near the seeds.
  • Avocado: contains a toxic compound called persin which is really harmful to our rabbit's health, as well as many other pets. It is a very harmful fruit that should never be offered. It also contains a lot of fat.

Remember that it is very important never to offer fruits that contain seeds, which are very harmful due to their cyanide content. This can slowly cause the appearance of tumors and diseases related to the intestinal system. Before offering any fruit, cut it into pieces and clean it well.


harmful plants

The vast majority of decorative plants that we have at home are toxic for the rabbits. There are some that are poisonous because they have toxic elements in their composition, and others that are not toxic, but cause gas.

The intestinal tract of rabbits is unable to eliminate gas through flatulence. For this reason, these toxic gases are incorporated into the rabbit's bloodstream causing enterotoxemia (toxins from the intestines enter the blood), which can be fatal to rabbits. Below we show you which are the prohibited plants:

  • oleanders
  • Ferns
  • nightshades
  • Ivy
  • Lilies
  • daffodils
  • poppies
  • asian centella
  • Burdocks
  • Iris
  • blonde
  • tulips
  • Trumpet
  • Asclepias
  • Mint
  • lupine
  • junk
  • bluebells
  • Honeysuckle
  • Campanula
  • marrubios

Carbohydrates

Too much carbohydrate is very harmful for rabbits, since they are foods that are very difficult to digest, a disproportionate consumption of these products can cause the rabbit's stomach to ferment, damaging its intestinal system. Avoid:

  • Rice
  • Bread
  • Cookies
  • Nuts
  • Sugary Cereals
  • Corn
  • Oat
  • Bean

All types of cakes, fruit in syrup and sweets should be avoided, as refined flour and sugar are harmful to rabbits. This type of food can have serious consequences on your body, so they should never be offered.

Dairy and other prohibited foods

You dairy products are very harmful for the rabbits. Cheeses, butter and any dairy product should never be offered to rabbits. Also, you should never feed a dog or cat, as they contain animal proteins, which are indigestible for rabbits.

The importance of providing quality hay

O hay it is an indispensable part of a healthy rabbit diet. However, there are healthier varieties of hay than others. The point is to avoid as much as possible the ones that contain the most calories.

Our rabbits do not practice nearly the same physical activity as wild rabbits. Therefore, we must satiate your appetite with low-calorie hay varieties. the hay called Meadow Hay, and the herb timothy, are most suitable for a rabbit with low activity.

Alfalfa should be given in small amounts because it has a lot of calories. It is an appropriate food for rabbits in the process of recovering from illness.

How do I know if my rabbit has been intoxicated?

Despite controlling your rabbit's diet, we can sometimes forget about some of the properties that fruits and vegetables have. For this reason, we've added this last point where we'll show you some of the usual symptoms of intoxication of the rabbit:

  • The rabbit has not been feeding for more than 12 hours, in which case it may be facing a serious health problem.
  • Has not defecated or urinated for 12 hours.
  • Overt symptoms of apathy, pain, malaise, or low activity.
  • Tooth overgrowth.
  • Unusual feces or urine, very liquid, with mucus or abnormal color.
  • Spasms and abnormal movements.
  • Vomiting and convulsions.

If you see any of these symptoms it will be critical. consult the veterinarian as soon as possible to perform an emergency exam. Don't forget that the rabbit is a very delicate mammal that needs an active intestinal transit to feel good. Getting him to the specialist quickly could save his life.