Is poppy toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is poppy toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Poppy is toxic to rabbits. Poppies contain alkaloids harmful to rabbits. All parts including seeds are potentially toxic. No poppy species should be offered. 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.

Poppy

Best avoided

Poppies contain alkaloids harmful to rabbits. All parts including seeds are potentially toxic. No poppy species should be offered.

How much: Never feed any part of the poppy plant.

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

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Source: RWAF

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