My rabbit won't eat hay or veggies, only pellets. What's wrong?

Question

So my bunny stopped eating pellets for a while and only ate vegetables and hay which I was excited about but then he got really skinny and I got worried. Now he’s only eating pellets and no longer vegetables or hay. I’m worried because hay is what their diet consists of but my bunny isn’t eating it anymore. He’s on unlimited pellets right now so he could gain weight. I give him veggies too but he just smells and walks away. Am I doing something wrong? Any suggestions on what I should instead? Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | 11 months and 27 days old

Miranda Sadar, DVM, DACZM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for your question about Oreo. When rabbits begin having preferences for different food items intermittently, it is often a sign of dental disease. I would recommend having Oreo seen by a veterinarian who is familiar with rabbits. They can perform a thorough examination, including an oral exam. It isn’t enough to just look at the front teeth, as often the issues are further back in the mouth. This area can only be seen with specialized tools that your veterinarian will have. Depending on what they find, they may recommend diagnostic testing to confirm or rule out dental disease. From there, they will also recommend treatments to pursue, which may include trimming the teeth. I hope that gives you a place to start, and that Oreo feels better very soon.

My rabbit won't eat hay or veggies, only pellets. What's wrong?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What's the best way to feed my hamster when I'm going on a trip?

Can chickens eat bell peppers daily and what about veggie salads?

Is Purina Layer Pellets good for chickens? What other feeds exist?

My newly adopted pet won't eat hay. What can I do to encourage it?

Share