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Harmful Cowslip for rabbits—skip this plant entirely.

Cowslip

Primula veris

No—rabbits should not eat cowslip. The yellow primrose flowers and leaves are poisonous and can cause severe gut pain. Keep foraging pens and yard runs clear of this plant.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Flowers

Other Names: Common primrose relative, Mayflower, Primula veris

Cowslip is a plant in the primrose family with clusters of funnel-shaped small yellow flowers on tall stalks.

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Is Cowslip item toxic?

Yes. Cowslip is toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas and can cause severe gastrointestinal pain and neurologic signs. Do not confuse it with safe spring yard plants.

Should I feed my pet Cowslip?

No. Do not feed cowslip flowers, leaves, stems, or roots to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet nibbled cowslip, contact your veterinarian or a poison hotline immediately.

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