My rabbit is not eating its cecotropes. Is this a health concern?

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Rabbits produce two types of droppings: hard, round fecal pellets and softer, nutrient-rich cecotropes, which they normally re-ingest directly from their anus. Failure to eat cecotropes (cecotrophy) is a significant health concern. It can indicate a diet too high in carbohydrates or too low in fiber, obesity preventing them from reaching the cecotropes, pain, or other gastrointestinal issues. Left unaddressed, it can lead to nutritional deficiencies and digestive upset. It's crucial to identify the underlying cause, so a veterinary check-up is recommended. Speak to Dial A Vet via a video consult should you need further guidance.

My rabbit is not eating its cecotropes. Is this a health concern?

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