Is snake plant toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is snake plant toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Snake plant is toxic to rabbits. Contains saponins throughout the whole plant. Ingestion causes drooling, gut upset, and diarrhoea. Classified as toxic to rabbits and other small mammals by veterinary sources. 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.

Snake plant (mother-in-law's tongue)

Best avoided

Contains saponins throughout the whole plant. Ingestion causes drooling, gut upset, and diarrhoea. Classified as toxic to rabbits and other small mammals by veterinary sources.

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

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Source: Sacramento House Rabbit Society · ASPCA

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