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My neutered rabbit is lethargic. Is it a veterinary emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered | 2 years and 8 months old

My rabbit Patch hasn’t been himself today, he normally is running about but he wasn’t moving much today. We checked him and as he’s been neautered we checked around that area and there was stuff that looked like poo and was stuck. We managed to get it out but we aren’t sure what to do about him not moving much and not being him self. Any ideas what this is?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on September 2nd, 2018

Check his teeth if he will allow. Make sure they aren't overgrown or misaligned. This could affect his appetite. If he stops eating, he is at risk of developing gut stasis which can be life threatening. Ideally, he should be examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating rabbits. It should be done today/tonight, if possible, since a rabbit that is lethargic or not eating should be considered a veterinary emergency.

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