How do you know if your rabbit has megacolon?
For rabbits with megacolon, it’s critical to notice any signs of discomfort, lack of appetite, decrease in poops, or change in poops, as these are signs the condition could be worsening and veterinary help should be sought immediately.
What is rabbit megacolon?
Rabbit megacolon syndrome refers to a rare disease process observed in rabbits which exhibit chronic, unresponsive, intermittent diarrhoea accompanied by weight loss. The term ‘megacolon’ refers to the clinical observation that these rabbits often have a very dilated (expanded) colon on investigation.
What causes megacolon?
One of the most common causes of megacolon is infection. This includes bacterial infections such as Clostridium difficile, Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter, as well as parasitic infections such as Trypanosoma cruzi (commonly known as Chagas disease) and Entamoeba histolytica.
What should rabbit poop look like when it is full of poop?
Rabbit fecal pellets should be hard balls that are uniform in size and color. Also known as fecal pellets, these normal rabbit poops should look very much like cocoa puffs. The exact size and color will vary a little bit, depending on the rabbit. There is little correlation between the size of the rabbit and the size of their poop.
Why does a rabbit poop when its in pain?
This is because a rabbit will hide its pain or hide away when in pain. It can’t hide its poop, though, so it is important to monitor its leavings. Abnormal poops can be an indicator of everything from the rabbit having an upset stomach to intestinal impaction.
Why is my rabbit’s poop dark and moist?
Always monitor your rabbit’s output. While dark, moist poop may indicate a need for diet change, small dark poops may be a sign of the more serious GI stasis. Watery diarrhea or leftover (uneaten) cecotropes are also indicative of something more serious. Read more about rabbit digestion here; read all about rabbit poop here.
What causes a bunny to make an egg shaped poop?
Large egg shaped poops can result from megacolon, This is a rare occurrence in rabbits that typically arises from genetics (En En) or occasionally after trauma. This condition is uncommon, but if you suspect your rabbit has it you should consult a specialist about appropriate long term care. Large Egg Shaped Poops
Rabbit fecal pellets should be hard balls that are uniform in size and color. Also known as fecal pellets, these normal rabbit poops should look very much like cocoa puffs. The exact size and color will vary a little bit, depending on the rabbit. There is little correlation between the size of the rabbit and the size of their poop.
This is because a rabbit will hide its pain or hide away when in pain. It can’t hide its poop, though, so it is important to monitor its leavings. Abnormal poops can be an indicator of everything from the rabbit having an upset stomach to intestinal impaction.
Why does my Bunny have egg shaped poop?
Large egg shaped poops can result from megacolon, This is a rare occurrence in rabbits that typically arises from genetics (En En) or occasionally after trauma. This condition is uncommon, but if you suspect your rabbit has it you should consult a specialist about appropriate long term care.
What makes a rabbit’s poop lighter in color?
Poop can become lighter in color due to a change in diet. This is normal, especially when making a switch to different, lighter-colored grass hays. Naturally, the color of the rabbit’s poop will somewhat change depending on the food and the quality of the food.
