Can rabbits eat beetroot?

Q: Can rabbits eat beetroot?

Beetroot is safe for rabbits as an occasional treat. The root is safe but high in natural sugars, so treat it like a fruit for portion size. The leafy tops are more nutritious but high in oxalates. Source: House Rabbit Society.

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Beetroot

Okay sometimes

The root is safe but high in natural sugars, so treat it like a fruit for portion size. The leafy tops are more nutritious but high in oxalates.

How much: A small cube (about 1 cm) of root, once or twice a week.

Source: House Rabbit Society

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