i think my rabbits sick

Question
Ok so my rabbit wont eat his hay or pellets and he also won't drink his water for some reason. I think he might be sick. I also noticed that one of his eyes was all red and puffy. my grandma put cream on it and it has been getting better, could his eye be the reason he won't eat or drink.

Answer
Dear Sawyer,

A rabbit in pain will often stop eating, and if the pain is severe, a life-threatening condition called ileus can develop.  If your bunny is still not eating or pooping, then please read this immediately for emergency help:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html

and read:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/ileus.html

Putting cream on an injured eye is NOT a good idea.  Many medications safe for humans or other animals can be very dangerous to rabbits, and a rabbit should never be given medication or treatment unless under the supervision of a vet with experience and expertise in rabbit medicine.  You can find one here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

I hope this helps, and that your bunny will be fine soon.

Dana