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Yes, rabbits can eat dill. PDSA and the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund list it as a safe herb, and House Rabbit Society lists dill leaves as a leafy green. Give a few fronds of fresh dill as one of the greens in your rabbit’s daily mix and rotate it with other herbs. Dill pickles and dill seeds are not the same thing and are best left out.
| Safe? | Yes, fresh leaves |
|---|---|
| How much | A few fronds within the greens portion |
| How often | Daily or most days, rotated |
| Best served | Fresh, washed fronds and soft stems |
| Watch out for | Pickles, dill seed, dressings |
Is dill safe for rabbits?
Yes. Dill appears on PDSA's safe herb list and the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund's herb rotation, and House Rabbit Society lists "dill leaves" among leafy greens. That wording matters: the soft green fronds are the safe part.
Leaves, seeds and pickles
| Form | OK? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh dill fronds | Yes | The part on every safe list |
| Soft stems | Yes | Same plant, same small amounts |
| Dill flowers | A little | Part of the plant; leaves are the main food |
| Dill seeds | Skip | Not on the lists; seeds are not part of a rabbit's greens |
| Dill pickles, gherkins, dill sauces | No | Vinegar, salt and sugar |
How much dill can a rabbit have?
A few fronds as part of the adult-sized handful of greens PDSA suggests twice a day, mixed from five or six plants. House Rabbit Society suggests at least 2 cups of chopped vegetables per 6 lb (2.7 kg) of rabbit a day, mostly leafy greens. Dill is one ingredient, not the whole bowl.
How to give dill
- Wash it. PDSA says never feed unwashed fresh food, or anything that may have been sprayed.
- Start with a little. Add one new food at a time, as the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund advises.
- Check droppings. Watch droppings, appetite and behaviour for a day or two before giving more.
Dill is closely related to fennel, and rabbits that like one often like the other. Fennel fronds and bulb are on PDSA's safe list too.
Other herbs to rotate
Rotate dill with coriander and parsley. See our rabbit food list, the rabbit diet guide and the rabbit care hub.
Questions owners ask
Can rabbits eat dill every day?
Yes, as one of several greens. Dill is on the PDSA and Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund herb lists. Rotate it with other herbs for variety.
Can rabbits eat dill stalks?
Yes, the soft stalks are fine with the fronds. Very woody stalks from old plants are less appealing and can be left out.
Can rabbits eat dill pickles?
No. Pickles are cucumbers in vinegar, salt and often sugar, which do not suit a rabbit. Give fresh dill instead.
Can rabbits eat dill flowers?
A few are fine, as they are part of the same plant. The fronds are the main part to feed.
