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Can rabbits eat grapes?

Caution for rabbits

Sources disagree on grapes for rabbits. PDSA lists them as safe in small amounts, but Pet Poison Helpline advises avoiding grapes and raisins because they may affect the kidneys. Source: PDSA, Pet Poison Helpline

Conditions

When it is a problem

  • Pet Poison Helpline says there is limited information, and advises avoiding grapes and raisins as a precaution because of a possible effect on the kidneys. Source: Pet Poison Helpline
  • Merck lists fruit as something to limit for rabbits. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual

Sources

  1. Pet Poison Helpline: Dangers In Your Home To Your Rabbit (opens in a new tab)

    “There is limited information at this time … best to avoid giving to your bunny for the potential of affect on the kidneys.”

    Read on 10 October 2026

  2. PDSA: Feeding your rabbits (opens in a new tab)

    “Apples, grapes, pears, plums and strawberries are all safe for your rabbits in small amounts (for example, 1/8th of an apple or pear).”

    Read on 10 October 2026

  3. Merck Veterinary Manual: Table: Plants and Foods That Are Harmful to Rabbits (opens in a new tab)

    “Plants and Foods That Are Harmful to Rabbits Limit Amounts … Fruits”

    Read on 10 October 2026

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