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Why is my young rabbit refusing solid food and only drinking water?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | 23 days old

Why my pets doesnt want to eat either pellet or carrot.My pets only want drink a plenty water.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 17th, 2016

A rabbit as young as Orro should still be with his mother. Bunnies should not be separated until they are at least 8 weeks of age. They will start nibbling solid food at 2 weeks of age but still require mother's milk and nursing. Orro should be examined by a veterinarian experienced in treating rabbits to make sue there is no illness or injury. Follow this link for information regarding the care of domestic bunnies: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/orphan.html

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