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My young rabbit isn't pooping. Can I give it butter for constipation?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | 18 days old

Can I give him butter so maybe he poops?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 19th, 2017

No, do not give him butter, he cannot digest that, only give him milk replacer if she isn't with her mother anymore, i doubt you will find rabbit milk replacer so you can use kitten milk replacer, and in a few days you can start feeding some pellets and hay as well.

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