Hi, is it normal for a bunny to not respond to any food at all while it's sleeping or being sleepy? My rabbit used to dash over when I rustle the pellets bag, but now when he seems tired, he doesn't respond to any food I offer him. He's somewaht active in the morning and at night, but not as much as he used to be, as he used to be somewhat active in the day as well. I have taken him to the vet previously because he wasn't eating and they prescribed critical care, metacam and gut stimulant. He ate this morning, as well as last night, and I suspect he'll probably eat at night too...but is it healthy for a bunny not to eat during the day? Thanks for any responses :]
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Normal for bunny...?
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Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
A Rabbit should eat throughout the day, mainly hay/grass.
If your Rabbit is not eating as much as normal and is less active then I would get him back to the Vet ASAP.
What are his poos like and is he drinking a normal amount ?
If your Rabbit is not eating as much as normal and is less active then I would get him back to the Vet ASAP.
What are his poos like and is he drinking a normal amount ?
rachylou
Warren Veteran
As Jane said rabbits should 'graze' throughout the day, they should not turn their nose up when it comes to food!
I would advise you to take him back to the vets, he could be in the early stages of statis.
Make sure he stays hydrated, so if he is not drinking much you will need to syringe him, I would advise you to use a cooled boiled herbal tea, such as nettle or peppermint. This will help hydrate the contents of his gut and prevent a blockage.
I would advise you to take him back to the vets, he could be in the early stages of statis.
Make sure he stays hydrated, so if he is not drinking much you will need to syringe him, I would advise you to use a cooled boiled herbal tea, such as nettle or peppermint. This will help hydrate the contents of his gut and prevent a blockage.
