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My rabbit falls over and can't hop. Is it floppy rabbit syndrome or e cuniculi?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | 3 lbs

So my 4 or 5 yr old Netherland dwarf rabbit was outside one day cold and it seemed that she ran out of food. We brought her inside and she’s been in our house doing really well (eating, drinking, peeing, and pooping all normally) for about a week. However, she can’t hop around and every time she takes about two steps, she falls over. Maybe floppy rabbit syndrome or e cuniculi??? Please help!

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on January 18th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Bun Bun. E cuniculi is a possible concern, but is she spayed? Could she have a back injury? A veterinary visit is recommended for all of these problems, so a diagnosis can be made and treatment protocol be implemented. Good luck.

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