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Can rabbits eat lettuce?

Caution for rabbits

It depends on the type. Romaine lettuce is listed as suitable for rabbits; the Royal Veterinary College says not iceberg or light-coloured lettuce. Source: RSPCA, Royal Veterinary College

Conditions

When it is a problem

  • The Royal Veterinary College leaves iceberg and light-coloured lettuce off its list of plants rabbits can eat. Source: Royal Veterinary College
  • The RSPCA lists romaine among the leafy greens that can be fed daily. Source: RSPCA

Sources

  1. Royal Veterinary College: Rabbit care (RVC Exotics Service) (opens in a new tab)

    “Romaine lettuce (not Iceberg or light coloured leaf)”

    Read on 10 October 2026

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

    “Salad leaves (such as romaine lettuce) – in moderation”

    Read on 10 October 2026

  3. RSPCA: What do rabbits eat? Rabbit diet advice (opens in a new tab)

    “Good leafy greens and herbs to feed daily include: Romaine lettuce”

    Read on 10 October 2026

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