Is morning glory toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is morning glory toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Morning glory is toxic to rabbits. The seeds hold mind-altering alkaloids that act on the nervous system, and all parts are listed as toxic. Eating it, especially the seeds, can cause disorientation, wobbliness, tremors and gut upset. A common climbing garden flower. Source: 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.

Morning glory

Best avoided

The seeds hold mind-altering alkaloids that act on the nervous system, and all parts are listed as toxic. Eating it, especially the seeds, can cause disorientation, wobbliness, tremors and gut upset. A common climbing garden flower.

How much: Never feed. Keep the vine and its seeds out of reach.

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

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Source: House Rabbit Society · Sacramento House Rabbit Society

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