Why Is My Rabbit Falling over?

Hypotension – Low blood pressure is common in collapsed rabbits for many reasons, from gut stasis to heart disease. Dehydration – Rabbits can dehydrate very quickly and can hide the initial signs of this critical condition until they collapse and show signs often attributed to Floppy Bunny Syndrome.

Why is my rabbit collapsing?

Consequently they often present to veterinary practices with advanced illness. Common causes of collapse are prolonged anorexia, gastrointestinal stasis, respiratory distress, urinary obstruction, trauma and heat stress.

Why is my rabbit wobbly?

Rabbits have very delicate bones and spinal columns. If handled improperly they can easily become injured, or even suffer spinal damage that can cause partial or total limb paralysis. Rabbits that are floppy, weak, sitting or lying in an odd position might be injured or dehydrated.