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Elephant Ear is a poison risk for rabbits—avoid.

Elephant Ear

Alocasia

No—rabbits should not eat elephant ear. This Alocasia houseplant is poisonous; chewing leaves or stems can cause heavy drooling, mouth and throat pain, and trouble swallowing. Keep it out of reach, and call a vet or poison hotline if your pet took a nibble.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Indoor Plants

Other Names: Alocasia, colocasia (common houseplant names)

Elephant ears are large leaf plants with the leaf in the shape of an elephants ears. They are a bright or dark green color.

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Is Elephant Ear item toxic?

Yes. Elephant ear is toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Calcium oxalate irritation can cause heavy drooling, mouth and throat pain, and trouble swallowing. Do not offer leaves or stems.

Should I feed my pet Elephant Ear?

No. Do not feed elephant ear to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet ate elephant ear, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.

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