Horse Chestnut
Aesculus hippocastanum
No—rabbits should not eat horse chestnut. Seeds (conkers), leaves, and bark are poisonous and can make a rabbit seriously ill. Keep this tree and fallen fruit well away from pens and forage areas.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Outdoor Plants
Other Names: Conker tree, buckeye (related look—different species)
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Is Horse Chestnut item toxic?
Yes. Horse chestnut seeds, leaves, and bark contain esculin and related compounds that are toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas and can damage the nervous system and gut.
Should I feed my pet Horse Chestnut?
No. Do not feed horse chestnut seeds (conkers), leaves, or bark to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food or forage. If your pet ate horse chestnut, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
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