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Not drining water

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Question
My baby did not drink water lately but pee alog, his poops get smaller.  He have many fresh veggies. What happens? Thank you.

Answer
Dear Philis,

Be sure to provide fresh, clean water in a shallow but heavy bowl that cannot be tipped over.  He will drink more from a bowl than from a sipper bottle (which I never use).  Failing that, be sure his fresh veggies are very wet and fresh:  many rabbits get all the water they need just from their food, and drink very little unless the weather is hot.

If you are afraid your bunny is dehydrated, get him to a good rabbit vet:

www.rabbit.org/vets

who can determine this via examination of the urine and/or bloodwork.  Subcutaneous fluid therapy can restore him, if he is dehydrated.  Dental problems will sometimes keep a bunny from eating and/or drinking normally, so please read:

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

and ask the vet to check both the incisors *and* the molars for problems.

I hope this helps.

Dana