Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia
No—rabbits should not eat dieffenbachia. Calcium oxalate crystals in the leaves and stems can irritate the mouth and throat, cause drooling, and make swallowing painful.
Dieffenbachia is a common houseplant with long green leaves and pale stems. Keep it out of reach—curiosity can turn costly for rabbits and other small pets.
If your pet ate dieffenbachia, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Indoor Plants
Other Names: Leopard lily, spotted dumb cane, dumb cane
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Is Dieffenbachia item toxic?
Yes. Dieffenbachia is toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Calcium oxalate raphides can irritate the mouth and throat and cause pain, drooling, trouble swallowing, and worse. Do not offer leaves or stems.
Should I feed my pet Dieffenbachia?
No. Do not feed dieffenbachia to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate dieffenbachia, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
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