There is a lot of strange and incorrect info out there surrounding the question of Can Rabbits Eat Grass. This information has made life difficult for rabbit owners, not to mention the rabbits themselves. It has created a lot of confusion on pet forums and blogs and it’s something we hope to put correct here

So, can rabbits eat grass? Well, read on to find out.

Can Rabbits Eat Grass

Yes! They can. For some reason there are people out there who think that grass is dangerous for rabbits. It seems that someone stated such a thing, whether through mischief or mistake, and it then began to spread. That’s why you will see forums with queries like, “Why can wild rabbits eat grass but my rabbits can’t?”

It may also have something to do with the fact that there are some issues with rabbits eating grass in certain areas, or at certain ages. It’s not particularly healthy to let baby rabbits eat as much as they want, because it is very easy for them to overfeed and they are very susceptible to bugs, digestive distress and other issues that may arise.

You should also keep them away from suspicious flowers and weeds; patches of grass that may have been tainted with dog urine; and from grass that has been cut and left to sit. But if the grass is fresh, pulled from the ground and eaten directly, then it will not cause any issues for your bunny.

If you bunny is an indoor rabbit and the first time they are eating grass is as an adult, then make sure they have even smaller amounts. Just grab a clump of the freshest and greenest grass from the ground and then take it to their cage. All bunnies love to eat grass, and even if they have never seen or tasted it before, they will tuck in.

How Much Grass Should I Feed my Rabbit?

As mentioned above, you will want to avoid letting a baby bunny eat as much as they want. Really, you should avoid doing it with rabbits of any size. Just let them graze for small amounts at a time and then steadily build up how much they can eat. Grass is just like hay, it’s an essential part of their daily diet, it has plenty of nutrients and it helps everything to move along in their intestines. The fact that it is fresh and rich in moisture means the can also get some water from it.

So, just to make sure we’re on the same page with the question of Can Rabbits Eat Grass:

Yes they can, but make sure:

• You build up the amount they eat slowly, with small amounts per day
• Choose fresh grass
• No grass cuttings or clippings
• No grass that is tainted or off-color
• No grass from the roadside
• No grass mixed with weeds and unidentified flowers

It may sound like a minefield and you might assume that it’s not worth it, but there are weeds and flowers that they can eat; off-color grass is only rarely harmful; and for the most part they will be okay. Still, it is better to be safe than sorry when dealing with such a temperamental digestive system.