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Stringy poo's

George&dillon

George&dillon

Mama Doe
Noticed this morning that Floppy has had some stringy poos, is that the correct way of saying this? its like there joined together, -0-0- kind of thing ;) only one or two, i've read somewhere this is hair but can't seem to find it now :? he has had pineapple once a week for 2 weeks now coz i read this is good for them ;) what do i have to do and is it anything i should be worried about?
 
Yep, it's hair! If that's your bunny in your avatar then I'm guessing (s)he's quite fluffy? You can help by making sure you groom your bunny regularly to help remove the loose hair rather than it being ingested during grooming. Some people give bromelain tablets whereas others (including me) use pineapple and papaya tablets (from The Hay Experts). Lots of hay and water will also help to keep the guts moving!

Don't worry too much tho - Sienna or Dudley once made me a "necklace" of 13 poos :shock: Just remember that a bunny who stops eating needs quick medical attention in case there is a blockage in the gut.
 
My bunny is prone to stringy poo too, i find if i stroke her with a damp hand it all sticks to me.
This is the only way I can do it as she isn't keen on a brush.
 
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