Can rabbits eat potato?
Quick verdict
Unsafe
Key risk
High in starch which a rabbit cannot digest, and raw or green potato is toxic.
Why
Potato is not suitable for rabbits.
Can rabbits eat potato, and why?
Potato is not suitable for rabbits. High in starch which a rabbit cannot digest, and raw or green potato is toxic.
Rabbits are herbivores: roughly 85% of their diet should be good-quality hay or grass, plus a daily handful of leafy greens, with only small amounts of other veg and tiny occasional fruit. They have a sensitive hindgut that depends on constant fibre — sudden changes, sugar or starch can trigger dangerous gut stasis and bloat.
Warning — what to watch for
High in starch which a rabbit cannot digest, and raw or green potato is toxic.
If your rabbit has eaten potato, don’t wait for symptoms — contact your vet immediately, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). Signs of a problem can include vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, lethargy, tremors or loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can rabbits eat potato?
Unsafe. Potato is not suitable for rabbits.
What happens if my rabbit eats potato?
High in starch which a rabbit cannot digest, and raw or green potato is toxic. If your rabbit has eaten potato, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is potato poisonous to rabbits?
Unsafe. Potato is not suitable for rabbits.
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