What happens if rabbits eat a piece of string?

Answer 1

This will depend upon the length of the string and what it is made out of. A simple piece of cotton string or thread, less than a few inches in length, will probably pass through the rabbit's digestive tract without incident. A long piece of string, such as one 6" or longer, may cause a string foreign body in the intestines - this is a medical emergency that will require surgery to correct and remove the string. Also, a piece of string made of nylon or plastic is more likely to cause an impaction in the stomach or intestines and need to be surgically removed.