Why is my rabbit pulling fur after giving birth? False pregnancy?

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Hair loss can be caused by fungal and skin mite infections. However, if Basil is pregnant, it is likely that she may be pulling hair from her dewlap (the flap of fur/skin right below the chin/on the neck) to make her nest. If the fur loss started prior to the pregnancy, then I recommend having it evaluated by a vet. I hope this helps!

She may go off her feed or eat more, get aggressive, dig in corners or pull clumps of fur out to fortify a nest. She will build her nest and kindle where she feels most comfortable. You can use a rolled up towel or washcloth to make a border on the edge of the nest if you want. Whatever you do though, don't stress her out as this could cause her to a random the kits or worse.

Thanks for reaching out about Lola. Late in the pregnancy you might be able to palpate fetuses, but should be careful not to damage them. With pseudopregnancy she can nest build, have mammary development and vulvar engorgement and lactate, so not easy to tell. A veterinarian should be able to ultrasound, but you will know in a short time either way as gestation is less that a month. Good luck.

At this point in time, she should be physically examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating rabbits. Pregnancy can be confirmed or ruled out by the vet. Any underlying cause of pain can also be diagnosed and treated. Supportive care can be administered as indicated.

It sounds like she is not cut out to be a mom. These non-vialbe pups may be due to a chronic viral infection or an inherent problem with her uterus. Regardless, I suggest you either keep her from getting pregnant again by not housing her with any males or have her spayed. That is the only way to keep this from happening again.

I would recommend having both rabbits spayed, as this can help with behavioural issues, as well as reduce the risk of certain types of cancers and infections. Visit the following links for some tips on how to care for your rabbits and hopefully that will help! http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=3015&S=5&SourceID=43 http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=502&S=5&SourceID=43 http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=470&S=5&SourceID=43 http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=667&S=5&SourceID=43

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poor Maya! Sometimes when a dog is spayed close to the start or the end of a heat cycle they can experience pregnancy signs (false pregnancy). This occurs due to a hormonal imbalance or sudden withdrawal of hormones. The body then thinks that it is pregnant when it is not. The dog will carry stuffed animals around like puppies, nest, act clingy or anxious, they can even have mammary gland development and produce milk! It is temporary but can last 2 months but can be shorter. I hope Maya feels better soon! https://www.merckvetmanual.com/reproductive-system/reproductive-diseases-of-the-female-small-animal/false-pregnancy-in-small-animals