My bunny is lethargic and won't eat or drink. What should I do?

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My bunny is usually very active and likes to eat. However, today, she has been laying around and barely moving. She refuses to eat or drink and im very concerned. Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | spayed | 10 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Bunbun. I am sorry to hear that she has not been feeling well. If there is an emergency hospital in your area, I would have her seen today. If not, she will need to see her regular veterinarian tomorrow morning. She could have a sore tooth that is making her not want to eat or if you have seen any nasal discharge, upper respiratory tract infections are common. Rabbits can also experience a condition known as GI stasis where the food does not move adequately out of her stomach. Check her pen or litter box to see if she has been defecating normally. In the meantime, try highly palatable food in very small quantities to try to entice her to eat. You could also syringe her small amounts of water to help prevent dehydration. Make sure she is in a cool area as rabbits can over heat in the summer months. I hope this information helps as it is hard to say with the vague signs she is exhibiting. Good luck!

My bunny is lethargic and won't eat or drink. What should I do?

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