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Post by Tracyuk Mon Sep 08, 2008 6:30 pm

Mimi will only drink water out of a bowl but its still not very much. She eats well enough but her poos are so small. Anyone else come across a bun who doesnt drink much. She is healthy apart from that. My other two drink soooo much compared to her. My little Mimi is a worry.
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Post by Guest Mon Sep 08, 2008 7:40 pm

Has she had a thorough Dental check lately?
Reluctance to use a sipper bottle and small poo can point to molar spurs.

Does she pass sludgey wee at all ?

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Post by Lynda Mon Sep 08, 2008 9:06 pm

I agree with Jane.

If there's no tooth problems, try adding natural fruit juice to make it taste nicer or a splash of apple cider vinegar, some of ours like that and it's good for them.
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Post by Happy Hoppers Tue Sep 09, 2008 12:34 pm

Whats her hay eating like? Thats usually more responsible for small, hard poops that a lack of water consumption although dehydration can be contributory.

Does she eat a lot of vegetables? Some bunnies seem to take most of their water from fresh food rather than a direct fluid source. If you want to test her hydration you can try a 'pinch' test on her scruff to see how elastic her skin is.
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Post by Tracyuk Tue Sep 09, 2008 5:09 pm

Thanks for all the advice. She doesnt eat great amounts of Hay, although I would say she gets enough. She does like her fresh veggies. I will try the pinch test and the fruit juice but I might take her to the vets just to be sure.
She doesnt have sludgy wee, its normal!
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