What does runny bunny poop mean?
In rabbits the watery stools are caused initially by a decrease in intestinal motility and in dogs, cats and humans it is caused by an increase in motility. The soft stools are actually malformed cecotropes that should have been eaten directly from the anus by the rabbit.
What is sticky bottom syndrome?
Sticky bottom syndrome in rabbits is most often caused by feeding a badly balanced diet, or simply feeding too much food, resulting in over-production of caecal droppings. Rabbits will not eat the excess pellets.
What kind of problem does a rabbit have with poop?
Perhaps the most common complaint regarding rabbit health is the problem of mushy or runny stool sticking to the bunny’s anal area and creating a nasty, stinky mess.
What to do if your rabbit has runny Poo?
If there are any signs of runny poo, dirty bums, or noisy tummies (gurgling etc) then withdraw the food and try with something else after everything has settled back to normal. Allow 5 – 7 days before making any other additions. Avoid sweet foods like carrots, as they are too high in natural sugar which can cause upset tums.
Is it normal for a baby rabbit to have runny stool?
Dehydration happens in baby rabbits so quickly that they can die in a matter of hours. While not as dire, what can give an adult rabbit runny stool is still nothing to ignore. For example, if you find soft “night stool” in the rabbit litter box it is not normal.
Is it normal for a rabbit to have diarrhea?
A healthy rabbit’s stool is small, dry, and round—rabbit diarrhea is rare. The instances that give a rabbit runny stool are relatively few, and none are to be taken lightly. When caring for rabbits younger than eight weeks old, diarrhea is actually a sign of life-threatening condition.
Perhaps the most common complaint regarding rabbit health is the problem of mushy or runny stool sticking to the bunny’s anal area and creating a nasty, stinky mess.
Dehydration happens in baby rabbits so quickly that they can die in a matter of hours. While not as dire, what can give an adult rabbit runny stool is still nothing to ignore. For example, if you find soft “night stool” in the rabbit litter box it is not normal.
If there are any signs of runny poo, dirty bums, or noisy tummies (gurgling etc) then withdraw the food and try with something else after everything has settled back to normal. Allow 5 – 7 days before making any other additions. Avoid sweet foods like carrots, as they are too high in natural sugar which can cause upset tums.
What should I do if my Bunny has intestinal obstruction?
If your vet has determined that there is no intestinal obstruction, there are several treatments s/he may wish to use to help your bunny in distress. As always, do not perform any of these procedures or try to administer any of these medications without the supervision of a veterinarian experienced with rabbit disorders and treatments.
