Is carnation toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is carnation toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Carnation is toxic to rabbits. The whole carnation/dianthus family carries a mild irritant. Eating it usually causes only mild tummy upset and a little mouth or skin irritation, but it is not a food and a common cut flower, so keep bouquets out of reach. Source: Sacramento House Rabbit Society.

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

Carnation (and Sweet William, pinks)

Best avoided

The whole carnation/dianthus family carries a mild irritant. Eating it usually causes only mild tummy upset and a little mouth or skin irritation, but it is not a food and a common cut flower, so keep bouquets out of reach.

How much: Never feed. Keep cut carnations and garden pinks away from your rabbit.

Source: Sacramento House Rabbit Society · ASPCA

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