Rabbit Diet and Feeding Schedule: What and How Often to Feed
How often to feed a rabbit and how much: unlimited hay all day, greens daily, a measured pellet portion, and treats only occasionally. Every rabbit diet guide.
Quick answer
Rabbits graze all day, so there is no set number of meals: keep unlimited grass hay available 24 hours a day, give about one packed cup of leafy greens per 2 pounds of body weight daily, and about 1/4 cup of plain pellets per 5 to 6 pounds, once a day or split morning and evening. Fruit is an occasional treat, and fresh water should always be available.
| Food | How much | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Grass hay (timothy, orchard, meadow) | Unlimited, about their body size a day | Always available |
| Leafy greens | About 1 packed cup per 2 lb of body weight | Daily, split into one or two servings |
| Plain timothy pellets | About 1/4 cup per 5 to 6 lb | Once a day or split morning and evening |
| Fruit treats | About a tablespoon per 2 lb | A couple of times a week |
| Fresh water | Unlimited | Always, refreshed daily |
Researched from House Rabbit Society diet guidance; not veterinary advice.
What Do Rabbits Eat?
The complete daily diet at a glance: unlimited grass hay, leafy greens, a small portion of pellets, occasional treats, and fresh water for a healthy bunny.
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Timothy, orchard grass, meadow, and alfalfa hay compared, with how to choose by age, cutting, and texture, plus trusted brands for everyday feeding.
Read guide →How Much Hay Do Rabbits Need?
Why grass hay should be unlimited, the body-sized daily target, how to tell if your rabbit eats enough, and the best ways to serve it.
Read guide →Rabbit Pellets Guide
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Read guide →Safe Vegetables for Rabbits
The full list of daily leafy greens, vegetables to feed only occasionally, how much to give, and how to introduce new foods without tummy trouble.
Read guide →Safe Fruits for Rabbits
Which fruits are safe and how much is safe, the seeds and pits to always remove, and why fruit stays an occasional sweet treat for rabbits.
Read guide →Foods Toxic to Rabbits
A clear danger list of foods and plants to never feed, from chocolate and avocado to onions and grass clippings, plus what to do in an emergency.
Read guide →Healthy Rabbit Treats
The best low-sugar treats compared, from hay-based snacks to dried herbs and forage, how often to feed them, and the sugary treats to always avoid.
Read guide →Can Rabbits Eat Carrots?
Busting the famous cartoon myth: yes, but only as a tiny treat. Why carrots are sugary, why carrot tops are healthier, and what to feed instead.
Read guide →Why Won't My Rabbit Eat Hay?
Common causes from too many pellets to dental pain, practical fixes to boost hay eating, and the warning signs that mean it is time to see a vet.
Read guide →Diet Essentials for Rabbits
- Oxbow Western Timothy Hay - the unlimited grass hay that makes up most of the diet
- Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Pellets - a plain timothy pellet to feed in small measured portions
- Metal Hay Feeder Rack - keeps hay clean and easy to graze all day
