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Rabbit not eating or drinking

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Question
I have a rabbit that is a little over one year old.  Recently he has been eating very little and not drinking much water either.  Then the other day I noticed that his urine was a dark orage/red color.  What could be wrong with my rabbit?


Answer
Dear Terran,

Any time a rabbit doesn't eat, it should be considered a veterinary emergency.  Dark urine can signify dehydration due to inappetence and not eating, and can contribute to very serious illness, or even death.  Please find a good rabbit vet here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

and read:

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

while you're waiting to see the vet.  Consider this an emergency, and get that bunny to a good vet immediately.  His life could be at stake.

I hope this helps.

Dana