Are radishes poisinous to rabbits

Answer 1

No, rabbits can eat radishes. Radish greens are best: they can be included in the rotation of "salad" greens. The radish itself is high in natural sugars, so should only be offered as a treat (if your rabbit likes them, anyway; most rabbits would prefer a bite of carrot or apple). The House Rabbit Society recommends no more than 2 tablespoons of treat food per day for a normal, healthy rabbit. see the related question below for more details about a healthy rabbit diet.

Also, radishes are cruciferous vegetables, which tend to cause gas in rabbits. Gas can be very serious, even leading to deadly illness (GI stasis). Some rabbits tolerate crucifers better than others. If your rabbit is sensitive to crucifers and gets gas easily, avoid them entirely; otherwise, only feed them in moderation (that includes the greens).

Answer 2

Radishes don't help rabbits, really.

Radishes are cruciferous vegetables, which means they can cause gas in rabbits (which is very serious, and can even lead to deadly illness: GI stasis). Some rabbits are more sensitive to crucifers than others. If your rabbit gets gas easily, you should avoid radishes and all crucifers; if your rabbit doesn't get gas easily, then you can include radish greens in the rotation of "salad" greens.

The radish itself is high in carbohydrates (sugar, starch) and isn't part of a rabbit's natural diet: you can give a bite or two of radish to your bunny if you want, as a treat, but no more than that. Too many treats will lead to illness and obesity.

See the related questions below for more details and helpful links.

Answer 3

Radishes are safe for rabbits to eat in moderation. However, the leafy green tops are high in oxalic acid and should be fed sparingly to prevent digestive issues. It's always best to introduce new foods to your rabbit's diet slowly and observe how they react.