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Why is my rabbit moving one newborn kit away from the others?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female

My Rabbit has just given birth to 4 kits, she keeps moving one away from the others. What does this mean?

1 Answer

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Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on April 15th, 2017

It is quite common for mothers to abandon a baby if there is a significant birth defect that may limit survival. It may b worthwhile attempting to bottle feed but success rate is very poor in rabbits even without additional complications
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