rabbit not pooing

Question
Hi I just brought home 2 mini lop doe's today they are 10wks and they have not done any poo since I got them,(about 5 hrs) should I be worried and how long should I leave it before going to the vet.

Answer
Dear Terri,

The two babies are probably still in a bit of shock in their new surroundings.  But if they have still not started producing fecal pellets by morning, it's a good idea to get them to a good rabbit vet for a full checkup to be sure they are not suffering ileus due to the stress of coming to a new home:

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

If you see any sign of runny stool, please read:

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

and get them to a good rabbit vet ASAP, whom you can find here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

I hope this helps.

Dana