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My rabbit isn't eating, losing fur, and has small poop. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | unneutered

goodevening doctor, doctor i have a male rabbit who is 2yr5mnths old...from last one week he is not eating much also he is having loss of hair ...his dropping have turned small ...what should i do now

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 28th, 2018

I would recommend taking your rabbit to the veterinarian to be examined as soon as possible. A rabbit that is not eating is at risk for developing gastric stasis (where the GI tract shuts down) which can be life threatening. Your rabbit may need a feeding supplement, fluids and pain medications to get him back to normal. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

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