When Tiny Tummies Struggle: GI Issues in Rabbits and Rodents
If you share your home with a rabbit or a little furry friend like a guinea pig or hamster, you’ve likely noticed how much they love their routines — nibbling hay, exploring quietly, and curling up in cozy corners. But what many don’t realize is just how delicate their digestion is.
At ABVC, we often see small pets with mild changes in appetite, quieter behavior, or a shift in their usual toilet habits. While these signs may seem subtle, they’re often the first way rabbits or rodents show us they’re not feeling quite right.
Their digestive systems thrive on constant movement and a high-fiber diet, especially hay. A day without eating enough, a change in food, or even stress from a new environment can gently disrupt that rhythm. Sometimes the cause is as simple as a picky moment or a change in routine.
When we’re called in, whether at the clinic or through our house call service, our goal is always the same: to restore comfort gently and support their system back into balance. A check-up, a little hydration, some dietary support — it often doesn’t take much when caught early.
We encourage all pet owners to keep a close eye on their small companions:
Is their appetite steady? Are they passing droppings regularly? Do they seem relaxed in their space?
If something feels different, we’re here to help — kindly, calmly, and professionally.
To book a visit or ask for advice:
Phone: 04-3408601
Email: frontdesk@abvc.ae
WhatsApp: 050-3440987
Al Barsha 1, Dubai | Open daily 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
At ABVC, even the smallest patients get our full attention — because their comfort matters.
