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Suddeb change in rabbits habits

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linniepinnie1

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Looking for someone advice. My rabbit recently turned 5, she's very healthy etc loves having the garden to herself. She is a inside rabbit along with her sister. Recently she has not been wanting to go out, likes the floor, cabinets etc all the time, trying to escape through to the living room as soon as door is opened, chewing carpet if she manages to get through. Off her treats but is still eating and drinking. She is alot thinner as she was quite a chubb but you now feel and see her bones. Ive checked her teeth abd there fine. Please help as I don't want to think she is suffering

Thanks x
 
How have you checked her teeth? Usually only vets can see into a rabbit's mouth properly. If she's losing weight that's an indication that something is wrong, I'd be getting her checked by a vet ASAP.
 
Is she eating hay / grass? Fibre is good for gut function and keeping the teeth worn down correctly.
What are her poos like? Have they changed in size, shape, colour, quantity?
Carpet chewing is an issue as it can cause gut blockages if swallowed - so I would definitely stop her from doing it.

There are so many things that could be causing the weight loss symptoms that it is impossible to help without a vet examining her.
 
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