Grumpy or not wanting to be touched in rabbits
What this sign can mean and when to act, from House Rabbit Society and RWAF guidance. This is general information, not a diagnosis.
This is usually worth keeping an eye on. The main thing to watch: is your bunny still eating hay and passing normal poops? If either stops, call your exotic vet the same day. Otherwise, note when it started and keep an eye on their eating, pooping, and energy over the next day or two. If it hasn't settled by then, or anything gets worse, book a vet visit.
What it can mean
A rabbit that is grumpy or not wanting to be touched can sometimes just be asserting their personality, or reacting to a hormonal phase (especially in unspayed females). But it can also be associated with pain, illness, or discomfort that makes handling feel worse. If the grumpiness is new and unexplained, or sits alongside any other change, it is worth mentioning to your exotic vet at the next visit or sooner.
Source: House Rabbit Society
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