My rabbit is losing fur around its eye. What could be the cause?

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Hi my rabbit is currently losing fur around his eye and I am unsure of what may be causing the fur loss, he is nearly 3years and is neutered. Is this something I should be worried about, he is eating and going to toilet just seems a little irritated. Thankyou. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered | 2 years and 7 months old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Hi, and thanks for your question. That is likely to be due to a mild to moderate conjunctivitis and eyelid inflammation, probably secondary to an infection. A check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops. Corneal injuries must be ruled out as well. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My rabbit is losing fur around its eye. What could be the cause?

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