Chunky

[auntie]

[caption id="attachment_1999718" align="alignnone" width="225"] Does my bunny look fatHe is a lionhead mixed with Rex and he is 3 years old and he is an indoor rabbit. he is free roamed when supervised and when not has a huge cage with open door and a dog pen attached . Diet is unlimited hay,water, Home fresh show hutch deluxe extruded food 2 handfuls twice (morning and night) his green leaf lettuce every other day and occasionally treats. I have gently rubbing my fingers down his back and can’t feel his spine. I’ve patted him on his sides where his ribs are and I don’t  feel his ribs either. He does feel heavy when I have him in his carrier to the groomer and when he is on my back. My husband keeps telling me he is chunky. Should I switch his food to small pet select pellets which is high in fiber? And should I get a scale on Amazon?[/caption]

 
<p style=”text-align: center;”>I’ve attached his current food</p>

[caption id="attachment_1999720" align="aligncenter" width="225"] Current food[/caption]

 

 

[Wick & Fable]

What a cute loaf!

Unless a rabbit extremely, extremely obese, a single picture or description can’t reliably tell us whether a rabbit is overweight or not. Not being able to feel the spine is a good indicator of excessive fat; however, the best way to address this concern is with a rabbit vet.

I’m not familiar with the food brand, but the question of switching pellets should be based on nutritional value rather than rabbit weight– the amount of whatever pellet you choose is what weight impacts.

Here is a website that provides guidance of various pellets and whether they meet standards: https://www.therabbithouse.com/diet/rabbit-food-comparison.asp

I recommend comparing what’s on your pellet bag to what’s shown and making a decision from there.

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.

[auntie]

Okay thank you 😊 maybe I’m being biased but yes he is adorable! I call him my fur baby😊 my husband and daughter think he’s very spoiled. I’ll check out the link you sent to me. I’ve been wanting to have him get a check up with his vet so I’ll give them a call

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