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My rabbit won't eat or drink and has soft stool. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

Hello! My name is Izzy. I have an adult rabbit named Walter who won't eat or drink. He also has soft stool and I'm not quite sure what to do. I gave him a bath because he smelled like amonia really bad.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on July 12th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Loss of appetite and lack of drinking can be observed with many conditions such as gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, kidney disease, pancreatitis, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Walter evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and others depending on the findings on exam. Treatment would be based on findings. Good luck and have a great day! Hoping for a speedy recovery! 


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