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My rabbit's head is tilted and eyes flicker. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 4 lbs

Hii docter.. i have a rabbit which is 6 months old.. from morning his eyes are flickring and his head is tilting to right.. what can i do to stop this as he is in trouble. Eating is same put he is not discharging plzz help mee...

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 24th, 2017

Have Poopu examined by a veterinarian experienced in treating rabbits. Poopu may have an ear infection that could be affecting his balance. The rappid "flickering" could be what is called nystagmus and it means your bunny feels very dizzy. If you can't find a vet with rabbit experience, your small animal vet can examine, diagnose and treat the condition.

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    Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

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    Published on December 21st, 2019

    Hello. A head tilt in a rabbit is just about always an ear infection. Your bunny needs to be evaluated by a veterinarian so that the proper antibiotics can be started. If left untreated, this can become quite serious for your pet so I do hope you can have him seen soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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