We are going to say something that goes against a lot of common rabbit advice on the internet -

Do not reach for Critical Care the moment your rabbit stops eating!

We know this feels counterintuitive. Critical Care is marketed as a lifesaving nutritional supplement - and it is, under the right circumstances. But it is not a first response to an unknown GI situation, and giving it at the wrong time can make things significantly worse. We know this not from research alone, but from personal experience. We were advised by a veterinarian to give Critical Care for what was believed to be stasis - and it caused bloat.

Finding a cluster of soft, grape-like droppings under your rabbit - ones they did not eat - can be alarming if you do not know what you are looking at. Uneaten cecotropes are one of the most common things rabbit parents mention to us at BCB, and one of the most misunderstood. Here is what is actually happening, why it matters, and what to do about it.

If your rabbit has stopped eating and pooping, you are already in emergency territory. But what kind of emergency matters enormously - because bloat (GI dilation) and GI stasis are not the same condition. They do not progress the same way and they do not have the same treatment approach. Confusing them can make things significantly worse.

This article will walk you through what each condition actually is, how to tell them apart at home, and what to do while you get your rabbit to a vet.

GI stasis is one of the most frequently discussed rabbit health topics online - and also one of the most misunderstood. It is serious, can be life-threatening (if left untreated), and it is almost always a sign that something else is going on. Understanding what stasis actually is, what causes it, and what genuinely helps is the difference between a rabbit who recovers quickly and one who gets worse because the wrong intervention was applied too early.

RHDV-2 has a mortality rate of 70-100% in unvaccinated rabbits. There is no treatment. The only protection is vaccination - and vaccination only works if it is kept current. Understanding the schedule is one of the most important things you can do for your rabbit right now.

Pet insurance for rabbits is not like pet insurance for dogs and cats. There are not ten companies to compare. There are not rabbit-specific plans with wellness add-ons and dental riders. In California, there are two insurers that cover exotic pets including rabbits: Nationwide and MetLife.

If you've ever said "my rabbit is indoor only, so it's fine" - we hear you. And we're still going to make the case for spaying or neutering anyway, because this decision matters more than most rabbit parents realize.

It's not just about babies.

Going to your rabbit's first RHDV-2 vaccine appointment can feel intimidating, especially if you're not sure what to expect. Here's a straightforward walkthrough of the whole process so you and your rabbit can walk in confident.