New bunny seems lathargic

Question
We just got a new holland lop baby bunny. The first day he was fine, active. The second day he seems to be a bit lathargic and I cant tell if he is eating or drinking. Could he just be getting used to his new environment? I have made an appt with the vet but wont be seen for another 4 days.

Answer
Dear Lorrie,

Whenever a young rabbit is lethargic and inappetent, you should consider it an emergency.  Many babies are sold too young to leave their mothers, and suffer serious intestinal disorders that can kill quickly.  Please read:

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

and if you see *any* sign of runny stool, please read this:

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

and get him to a good rabbit vet *immediately*, and not wait four days.  You can find a rabbit-savvy vet here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

I hope this helps, and that your baby will be fine.  But locate a good vet now who can see you on short notice, just in case.  I hope you won't need him/her, but it's better to be safe than sorry.

Take care,
Dana