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My rabbit is very sick, won't eat, drink, or move. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female

I left my rabbit for a week with somebody and now her condition is very critical. She seems like having a neurological infection or injured her spine and developed incontinence. Right now is currently midnight in my place. So not vet is opening right now and my rabbit refuse to eat, drink and also move. What should I do? I don't want to loose her.

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on July 1st, 2017

You could try syringing some water and mashed pellets into her mouth but be cautious as her ability to swallow may be affected also. Telephone your vets office immediately and there should be instructions as to how to access emergency veterinary care; intravenous fluids may be helpful if the injury is reversible. Be aware in rabbits that many spinal injuries are catastophic and euthanasia may be the most appropriiate option to relieve her pain if the condition cannot be reversed

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