Quick answer
The best treats for a Rex rabbit are tiny, natural, high-fiber options fed in small amounts: a pinch of timothy-based treats, a little dried herb or flower forage, single-ingredient dried vegetables, and a small leaf or two of fresh greens. Our top pick is Oxbow Simple Rewards Timothy Hay treats because the ingredient list is short and there is no added sugar. Whatever you choose, treats stay a tiny fraction of the diet and never replace unlimited hay.
Why treat choice matters for Rex rabbits
Rex rabbits are a medium breed, usually around 3.5 to 4.5 pounds, prized for their dense plush velvet coat. That same body type comes with a specific risk: Rex rabbits have thinner fur padding on the bottom of their feet, so they are more prone to sore hocks, also called pododermatitis. Extra weight presses harder on those feet and makes the problem worse. Sugary, fatty treats add empty calories fast, so keeping treats minimal to hold a lean, healthy weight matters even more for a Rex than for many other breeds. The goal is simple. Treats are a small reward and a training tool, not a food group. Unlimited grass hay does the heavy lifting for teeth and digestion, and a lean Rex sits more comfortably on its feet day to day.
What to look for
Read the first ingredient. A good treat leads with timothy hay, grass, or a single dried vegetable or herb. Fiber should be high, and added sugar, honey, molasses, and dairy should be absent. Simple, recognizable ingredients are easier on a sensitive rabbit gut and lower the chance of triggering soft stool. Size matters too, since a medium breed does best with small, easy-to-hold pieces rather than dense blocks. Exotic Nutrition Dandelion Root and Sherwood Pet Health Snackies are examples of short-ingredient picks that fit a Rex, and both keep calories modest so portions stay tiny.
How we chose
We compared widely available rabbit treats on ingredient quality, fiber, sugar and fat content, and portion size, then favored options that support a lean weight. We prioritized single-ingredient and hay-first products, and we flagged anything relying on honey, seeds, or grain fillers. Real products named here, including Oxbow Simple Rewards and Exotic Nutrition Dandelion Root, met the short-ingredient standard. We also weighed how easy each treat is to portion, since a Rex only needs a pinch at a time, and value across small and larger bags.
What to avoid
Skip the junk aisle. Yogurt drops, seed and nut sticks, honey or cracker treats, and anything with added sugar or dairy can drive obesity, dental problems, and dangerous GI stasis. A rabbit gut is not built for lactose or heavy starch. Even honey-coated sticks are best treated as rare, not daily. Keep treats to a tiny share of the diet, feed unlimited grass hay, and provide fresh water so your Rex stays lean and comfortable on its feet.
