Is lily of the valley toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is lily of the valley toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Lily of the valley is toxic to rabbits. Contains cardiac glycosides that disrupt heart rhythm and can be rapidly fatal. A common ornamental that can be confused with safe plants by owners who forage. Source: RWAF.

A sourced answer from House Rabbit Society and RWAF guidance. If your bunny has chewed this plant, call your exotic vet right away.

Lily of the valley

Best avoided

Contains cardiac glycosides that disrupt heart rhythm and can be rapidly fatal. A common ornamental that can be confused with safe plants by owners who forage.

How much: Never feed. Remove from any rabbit-accessible garden area.

If your bunny has already eaten this, call your exotic vet now.

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Source: RWAF

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