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Accidentally grabbed my bunny by the chest skin. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male

I was picking my bunny up with one hand because the other was dirty and i end up grabbing him by the chest skin like i would hurt, i feel really bad, poor little guy, thankfully he wasn't hurt, any advice?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 18th, 2016

if he is not hurting when you touch the area, and if there is no bruise or other lesion, then I would not worry about it. However, in the future try to pick him up with both hands, as it is easier on him and you will be able to hold him more securely.

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