Mini lop's question about Excess Thirst

Question

babysitting granddaughters pet rabbit at my house--has been here before--was fine  first 24 hrs. Gave her one raspberry as a snack yesterday. Last night Excess drinking and peeing-drank entire water bottle overnight,lots of pee in litter box and peed through bed. She had been eating some hay because there was less in her holder. Wasn't that interested in her romaine lettuce but came back to it several times. Normally it is gone in a flash. Not eating her hay even with a bit of alfalfa in it. Seems rather skittish--doesnt want to be petted. Daughter will be picking her up tuesday.  Monitor her, I know, but should I take her to their vet before tuesday if  symptoms persist?

Accepted Answer

There are many different conditions and physiological processes which may be causing an increase in thirst which may include environmental temperature, hormonal conditions, kidney conditions, poisoning, infections among other causes; without examining Evie I cannot say what the specific cause is but you should keep a close eye on her and visit a Veterinarian to be on the safe side if there is a marked decrease in appetite. Regards Dr Callum Turner DVM

Excess Thirst in Rabbits