CONCERNS ABOUT POOPING

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- 03/22/2022 at 9:15 AM
  Galyna
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  I have a 6-8week old Holland Lop. He was purchased last week from a pet store. I’m concerned that he isn’t pooping enough. I’ve been watching him since around 8am and now it is 11am and he has not pooped. He is eating a little, he’s eating his Timothy hay. I havent introduced any pellets yet and he has some cauliflower and Napa cabbage last night (very small amount ) He is very active and I have him out of his pen from about 8-10. Is this concerningZ
- 03/22/2022 at 9:18 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  If he’s eating Timothy hay, that’s positive and it’s a small window of time so at this point I wouldn’t be too concerned over lack of poop; however, the diet you outline is concerning and can be contributing to constipation.
  
  He should not be eating any veggies whatsoever at his age. His stomach is not ready to break those down.
  
  Please see here for the appropriate diet for a young bun, which is unlimited alfalfa hay and alfafla-based pellets. Your rabbit needs to be introduced to good quality alfalfa pellets to ensure he is getting proper nutrients to grow healthily during this time: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Diet#Age
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 03/22/2022 at 11:36 AM
  DanaNM
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  I agree that he is much too young for veggies. Cauliflower and cabbage especially are known to cause gas and should not be fed to rabbits. He could be having a build up of gas that is causing him pain.
  
  Keep pushing hay and water, and encourage him to move around gently. You can also give him a gentle tummy rub.
  
  That said, not pooping for 3 hours is not unheard of. If he keeps eating he should poop soon.
  
  . . . The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
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