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| Safe? | Yes, as a treat |
| How much | 1 chunk about 2 cm (3/4 in) for a 2 kg (4.4 lb) rabbit |
| How often | Once a week |
| Best served | Fresh, ripe, skin and core removed |
| Watch out for | Skin, spiky crown, tinned or dried pineapple, sore mouth |
Is pineapple safe for rabbits?
Yes, the flesh is. The House Rabbit Society (HRS) lists "pineapple (remove skin)" among safe fruits, and VetPartners, a UK vet group, lists pineapple with the skin removed among fruit treats. Like all fruit, it is high in sugar, and the Rabbit Welfare Association counts fruit as a treat for that reason. Pineapple is also quite acidic, which can make some rabbits' mouths sore if they have too much. Our rabbit diet guide shows where treats fit.
How much pineapple can a rabbit have?
The HRS caps all fruit together at about 1 teaspoon per 900 g (2 lb) of body weight a day, and the Rabbit Welfare Association suggests fruit once or twice a week. For a 2 kg (4.4 lb) rabbit, one chunk about 2 cm (3/4 in) across, once a week, sits well inside both. Halve it for a dwarf breed, and don't give other fruit the same day.
How to prepare pineapple
- Use fresh pineapple. Ripe, sweet-smelling and with no soft brown patches.
- Cut off the skin and eyes. The HRS and VetPartners both say to remove the skin.
- Trim the core. The woody centre is hard to chew; we cut it out.
- Cut one small chunk. About 2 cm (3/4 in) across.
- Check later. Look at droppings the next day after a first taste.
Skin, crown, core, tinned and dried
| Part or form | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Fresh flesh | Yes, small amounts |
| Skin and eyes | No: remove, as the HRS says |
| Spiky leaves (crown) | No: tough and sharp |
| Core | Best removed |
| Tinned pineapple, in juice or syrup | No: extra sugar |
| Dried pineapple, juice, pineapple "treats" | No: concentrated sugar |
Does pineapple help with fur balls?
What to offer instead
Mango and kiwi need the same small portions. A sliver of orange is another acidic fruit to keep rare. For everyday foods, see what rabbits can eat and our rabbit care guide.
Pineapple and rabbits: questions
Can rabbits eat tinned pineapple?
No. Tinned pineapple sits in syrup or juice, which adds sugar to an already sweet fruit. If tinned is all you have, skip the treat that week. Only fresh pineapple, peeled and cut small, is worth sharing.
Can rabbits eat pineapple skin or leaves?
No. The House Rabbit Society says to remove the skin, and the spiky crown leaves are tough and sharp. Give only the peeled yellow flesh, and bin the rest where your rabbit cannot reach it.
Can baby rabbits eat pineapple?
No. Rabbits under about 12 weeks have sensitive guts and should be on hay, pellets and slowly introduced greens. Wait until your rabbit is fully grown before trying any fruit, and start with a piece smaller than your fingernail.
