Why is my rabbit's stomach swollen like a balloon? Is it bloat?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Welsh Corgi | Male | neutered
Hi! My spayed female rabbit seems as if a balloo. Is in her stomach, signaling bloat. One ver on this app answered, but about a dog?? Please help me
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Published on September 10th, 2017
Bloat in rabbits is typically referred to as gastric stasis. This occurs when the GI tract stops functioning like it should and the stomach, and sometimes intestines, fill up with gas and undigested food. Rabbits will typically stop eating and pooping when this happens. This is a very dangerous condition for a rabbit because it is very painful and can cause death. If you suspect that your bunny is suffering from gastric stasis she needs to be seen by a vet to start treatment immediately. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.
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Published on September 10th, 2017
Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. This is a very serious condition if her stomach is bloated. Rabbits can get obstructions of their gut and this can lead to their stomachs blowing up like a balloon. This is fatal very quickly if this is the case. It sometimes can be treated with medications and fluids, but other times surgery is needed. Either way, it sounds, from what you are describing, that Daisy needs to see a vet right away. They will do a physical exam and likely take some x-rays of her abdomen. Best of luck with Daisy.
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Published on September 30th, 2018
If her attitude is remaining normal and she is still eating and passing stool, I don't think you need to be concerned. Symptoms of bloat can occur very suddenly, and include a sudden loss of appetite, not passing stool, and being lethargic. If you notice any of these symptoms, take her to your vet right away. Otherwise, just watch her at home. Make sure she has lots of hay available so that her diet is high in fiber. https://lafeber.com/vet/wp-content/uploads/Bloat-Rabbit-Handout.pdf
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