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My rabbit ate avocado plant leaves. Is it toxic? What to do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered | 5 lbs

My rabbit ate several leaves add the entire stem of a small avocado plant. Im extremely concerned as I learned this is very toxic. What should i do?

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Angel Alvarado, LVT

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on June 28th, 2019

Ideally, Roger should be physically examined by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. While the flesh and seed are most toxic, the leaves and stem can be toxic if enough is ingested. Supportive care may be indicated. Monitor for lethargy, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or difficulty breathing. The toxin (persin) in an avocado can cause heart damage, so Roger will need to be monitored closely for the next several days.
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  • Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 23rd, 2019

    Avocados contain a substance known as persin, which is highly toxic to rabbits. If a substantial amount of it is ingested by a rabbit, the toxin can cause changes in behavior, breathing troubles, congestive heart failure and even death. If he at a lot of leaves then he needs to see a vet. If he ate a small amount he may be fine. I cannot tell you what will happen. You cannot induce vomiting in rabbits as they are incapable of vomiting so, you need to get him to a vet right away.

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