Introduction

For the past few months, my daughter has been begging me to get a bunny. She’s obsessed with them and I have no doubt that she’ll be so excited when we finally do get one! At the moment, we’re still shopping around for the perfect furry friend but until then, we are having fun learning about rabbits—like what kind of veggies they eat! Here’s our list of favorite veggie-filled treats:

Carrots

Carrots are a great source of fiber and vitamin A for rabbits. Carrots can be used as treats for your bunny, or you can give them to him as a snack.

If you’re looking for ways to get your rabbit more active, carrots also work well in this regard. If you have any crinkle cutters lying around, having your child cut some carrots into various shapes will not only keep him busy but also help him develop his motor skills.

Lettuce

If you’re looking for a quick, easy and delicious way to give your rabbit some greens, lettuce is the answer. Lettuce is considered a superfood because it’s packed full of fiber. It can be grown in your garden or bought at the store and eaten raw or cooked. You can even feed it to rabbits who are sick or recovering from surgery because it’s low in calories, rich in vitamins and minerals, as well as being an excellent source of fiber.

Broccoli

Broccoli is an excellent vegetable to feed your bunny. It’s high in fiber and low in calories, so it can help keep your rabbit’s digestive tract healthy. Broccoli also has great nutritional value—it’s packed with vitamins A & C, folate and potassium. The stems are also a good source of fiber, making them perfect for rabbits to chomp on!

However, remember that broccoli is high in calcium and should only be given sparingly (a couple times per week). If you do decide to serve it as part of their regular diet make sure they eat all the leaves first before getting at the stalks.

Kale

Kale is a cruciferous vegetable that is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Kale is an excellent source of calcium, vitamin K and vitamin A, as well as containing a fair amount of iron.

One cup of kale provides:

• 37 calories
• 2 grams protein
• 2 grams fiber
• 300% Vitamin A (retinol activity equivalents or RAE)

Cabbage

• Cabbage
• Brussels Sprouts
• Broccoli

Be sure to give your bunny plenty of vegetables!

Be sure to give your bunny plenty of vegetables!

Vegetables are a great source of fiber for your bunny, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. Your rabbit will enjoy eating these healthy treats too!

Conclusion

You should be able to see why rabbits need all kinds of vegetables in their diet. It’s not just for fun—bunnies need to eat veggies!