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Balsam pear: Toxic to rabbits.

Balsam pear

Momordica charantia

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Fruits

The fruit has a very bumpy exterior with a long oval shape. The color of the fruit is usually eaten with a green exterior but is also eaten as it begins to change to yellow. The skin of the fruit is crunchy like a cucumber with a juicy interior.

For Your Pet: Also known as Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear is toxic to your pets including seeds and outer rind of fruit.

Warning: Balsam pear is poisonous to your pet. Never feed Balsam pear to your rabbit and other small pets.

Resources: If you believe that your pet has been poisoned immediately call your vet or one of the animal poison control hotlines on this list.

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