Is deadly nightshade toxic to rabbits?
A sourced answer from House Rabbit Society and RWAF guidance. If your bunny has chewed this plant, call your exotic vet right away.
Deadly nightshade (belladonna)
Best avoidedAll parts, and especially the shiny black berries, hold powerful tropane alkaloids (atropine and kin). Even a small amount can be fatal. Signs include dilated pupils, a racing heart, restlessness, disorientation, tremors and seizures. A serious hedgerow and waste-ground plant.
How much: Never feed. Never forage where deadly nightshade grows.
If your bunny has already eaten this, call your exotic vet now.
Source: RWAF · Sacramento House Rabbit Society
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