Why isn't my 2-week-old baby rabbit pooping? What should I do?

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Dear Sir or Madam, I received a 2 week old baby rabbit yesterday and it hasn't pooped since that time. Some told me to stroke his genital area but when I do it, nothing happens, and I read somewhere that you supposed to do this till they open they're eyes. what should I do for him to poop?! Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | unneutered | 13 days old

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

At two weeks he should be pooping on his own continually throughout the day. The fact that he is not pooping may indicate a problem. This could be a blockage, disease, or an abnormality he's had from birth. It's best to have him seen by a veterinarian in the next 24 hours if he is still not pooping or is not acting normal. Below is a link to good information about caring for an orphaned rabbit and it explains how to make them poop. https://rabbit.org/caring-for-orphans/ I hope that helps and Bugs gets better soon.

Why isn't my 2-week-old baby rabbit pooping? What should I do?

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