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| Subject | Date Asked |
| BEW Netherland Dwarf with lots of hair? | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a three week old litter of BEW NDs. One seems perfectly normal but the other has lots of ... A: Mutations can happen in any germline, and if this long-haired trait is dominant, it might have been ... | |
| question about bunny rabbits | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: why is the rabbit shedding it's fur, acting depressed and biting people? A: Shedding is normal, but abnormal fur loss can be caused by a variety of thing, including mange. ... | |
| Blood IN the toenails | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: I have a bunny that is having trouble hopping lately. Today I noticed that his toenails on his back ... A: This could be a disease process such as severe mange, but you'd expect to see it on other areas of ... | |
| bedding? | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: i was just wondering if it's okay to use pine bedding? i was given a rabbit about a month ago and ... A: Throw that pine in the garden as mulch. It's not good for bunny. We have our bunnies in large, ... | |
| rabbit medication to stop pains | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: i have a 1 month rabbit which injured his leg my question is,is there any medication which could ... A: I would not use any over-the-counter pain medication on your rabbit, as some could be very ... | |
| Skin crust | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: my rabbit has a small crust on the top of her nose, I can see it when I push the fur aside and it's ... A: Without seeing the lesions I cannot be 100% sure, but this sounds like a slight case of mange, which ... | |
| My Rabbit... | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: my 10 week old male Holland Lop rabbit named Cinnamon has been having a runny discharge from his ... A: Your bunny has an upper respiratory infection, and this can become very serious if not treated. You ... | |
| Previously bonded sisters fighting | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I have three rabbits, two sisters and their brother. The boy is fixed and they have had them since ... A: This is almost bound to happen with unspayed females at some point. They become sexually mature, ... | |
| Need your advice | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I have a spayed english angora doe, she is approximately 7 years old.She has had what the vet thinks ... A: One of the most common problems faced by a bunny caregiver with a bun older than 5 years or so is ... | |
| jumping on couch | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I am trying to prevent my rabbit from jumping on the couch because she chews on the cushions. I ... A: My strongest suggestion: Let your bunny pick the new bunny, and do the bonding with care, based on ... | |
| older pet rabbit drinking lots, pooping all over, back leg not working exactly right, sneezing | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: We've had our house rabbit for almost 10 years. He (neutered# was found as a stray, so is estimated ... A: Excessive drinking and excessive urination can be a sign of renal disease. This is not curable, but ... | |
| Breeding | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: Could I breed a female standard chinchilla rabbit (6 lbs) to an 8/9 pound californian male safely? ... A: It is never a good idea to breed a female to a male who is larger than she is. The babies could be ... | |
| rabbit weeing on me | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: i have two female bunnies which i got two weeks ago, one 10 and the other 12 weeks old. They have ... A: Your bunny is marking you as her property. It's a compliment, of course, but not very nice. She's ... | |
| Advice on introducing a new rabbit | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I have 2 rabbits, approx 3 years old. I inherited them from a neighbour whose son no longer wanted ... A: While it would be nice for the male to have a cuddle pal, I think bringing a third rabbit into a ... | |
| Male Rabbit jerks head and penis is swollen | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I have a male dwarf rabbit who is about 4-5 years old. He is a rescue so I don't know his exact age. ... A: You need to get your bunny to a rabbits-savvy vet ASAP to see if your bunny has a severe urinary ... | |
| House bunny -rear leg lameness | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: He began limping a few months ago, then didn't use that leg. Vet examined, felt no skeletal prob. ... A: There can be many possible reasons for hind limb paresis and atrophy. Please see: ... | |
| Stomach issues, stools, etc. | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I have a Holland Lop rabbit, female, about 7-8 months old. I saw her in a pet store (I know) and ... A: I'm not really clear about what the problem is, exactly. Lethargy? Chronic runny stool? If it was ... | |
| jumping on couch | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I am trying to prevent my rabbit from jumping on the couch because she chews on the cushions. I ... A: Is your bunny spayed? This will calm her need to chew. And you don't mention how old she is. If ... | |
| Rabbit and dripping juices from fruit/greens | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I belong to a group and there was a debate about this subject, so I am wondering what your opinion ... A: Rabbits don't close their lips when they chew, so if a bunny is eating something really juicy (like ... | |
| what could cause a rabbit's jaw to lock upon death? | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: my rabbit Bailey, just going on 6 years old this spring, passed away this previous Saturday morning. ... A: If it means anything, I have noticed that it is pretty much impossible to open a rabbit's mouth ... | |
| Rabbit proofing | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I am trying to find or create a spray on liquid or granulated "ring fence" to keep wild rabbits out ... A: I've had this question before, and still don't have a good solution. Some say that spraying fox ... | |
| Old age symptoms and end of life care | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old Dutch (from pet store, so not sure if purebred) neutered rabbit. He has been ... A: Blindness is generally not painful, unless accompanied by glaucoma or an inflammatory process. But ... | |
| what could cause a rabbit's jaw to lock upon death? | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: my rabbit Bailey, just going on 6 years old this spring, passed away this previous Saturday morning. ... A: I am so sorry about the tragic loss of your friend. The locked jaw might simply be due to rigor ... | |
| Our rabbit: boy or girl? | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: We bought a rabbit out of a petstore aprox 9 months ago. We also bought a very large outdoor hutch ... A: Sounds as if the "pet store experts" strike again! Yes, it's likely your bunny is female. This ... | |
| rabbit vet help? | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I'm having trouble finding a rabbit vet in my area so could you recommend any way to tell if a vet ... A: Fortunately, there are many rabbit-savvy vets in New York. Please use the lists linked here: ... | |
| Rabbit has diarrhea | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old Holland lop rabbit. She has been having a lot of diarrhea this past week and I ... A: Yes, Oxbow is a very good brand. But note that her diet may not be the problem. Check here to ... | |
| rabbit lack of appetite | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I have a 3 y/o rabbit who had just recovered from coccidiosis. However, her appetite doesn't seem to ... A: The most common cause for picky eating in bunnies like this is dental pain. Please see: ... | |
| Culture and Sensitivity test results | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I had the Culture and Sensitivity done, and was given a new medication that has not seemed to help ... A: The problem with chronic upper respiratory infection (URI) in rabbits is that the bacteria are not ... | |
| Internal abscess? | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: It can only be felt when I press into her flesh and it is hard about the size of a small marble but ... A: I can't feel your bunny to know for sure. But if the lump feels firm but gives a little, and is ... | |
| Netherland Dwarf | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I bought a netherland dwarf bunny a few days ago from a petstore, the lady said she seemed the most ... A: If your bunny is now six months old, you might be at the cusp of the "terrible teens". There is ... | |
| Rabbit not eating, recovering from bad fight . PLEASE HELP!! URGENT | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: 2 of my rabbits got into a nasty 36 hours ago. One of them (weight approx 5 pounds) came away with ... A: A trauma like this can trigger GI tract slowdown or even ileus. Please read: ... | |
| Rabbit myxomatosis | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: Hey my name is syafiq and i have 2 pet rabbits with severe myxomatosis....do you have any advice ... A: I wish I could tell you that there was some cure, but there is not. It is quite tragic, and I am so ... | |
| Sick Rabbits | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: Really need your opinion!!! My rabbit got sick about 2 weeks ago and died!! where I live there is no ... A: I am sorry for the loss of your friend. Unfortunately, the antibiotic your vet gave you tends not ... | |
| new bunny not fitting in | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: My husband and I have an almost 4 year old neutered male dwarf bunny.His best friend,another 4 year ... A: Despite what your husband suggests, letting them "go at it" is the *worst* thing you could do. ... | |
| Wild Rabbit follow-up question | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I am open to keeping this little guy, but I would like to make sure it is safe for both of us. My ... A: Gina Given the bunny's behavior, it might be best if he were taken to a licensed wildlife ... | |
| Help - a tooth problem | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: In October 2011 we bought a 3 year old male rabbit at an animal shelter. He was neutered 10 days ... A: I find the idea that a vet would suggest euthanasia for a problem as manageable as molar spurs to be ... | |
| Pseudomonas, does he still need medicine | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: My rabbit had a culture done a week ago and I just got a call from the vet’s office that he has ... A: I would not worry about the bonding. Go ahead and go for it. Pseudomonas is an opportunistic ... | |
| What vegies to feed rabbit | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old Holland Lop rabbit that has been having diarrhea. Her diet was 1 cup of vegies, ... A: Before you assume diet is the culprit for her cecal dysbiosis (runny poop is the sign of trouble), ... | |
| Tumor maybe help | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: My rabbit has lost weight the spine seems spikey he eats a lot... I took him to the vet he has a ... A: Make sure your bunny is seen by a veterinarian who is familiar with rabbits. Too often, a dog/cat ... | |
| Keeping splay leg bunny comfortable | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have a lionhead bunny born April 6, 2011. She weighed 8.5 oz when I got her in late May (she ... A: I wish I'd been able to tell you sooner about how we brace the legs of splayleg bunnies to help them ... | |
| help please | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: Hi my bunny is Jessie he is about 4 months old and when he is stretched out and laying down he ... A: Please read this: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and if you think your bunny is sick, ... | |
| baby holland lop (8 weeks) feels boney | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: My 8 week old holland lop bunny seems to feel boney on her back and hips with almost no fat or ... A: Rapidly growing baby bunnies often feel quite fragile, and you can feel their little bones right ... | |
| Respiratory problem? | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: Just now when I sitting on the floor and my bunny was playing about, she ran pass me and I heard her ... A: Abigail The bump could be an abscess or a bony spur. I can't tell without seeing it, so best to ... | |
| Loss of hair around eye after eye infection | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: My little guy just can't catch a break. I previously wrote to you about him having a concussion ... A: Yes, the white discharge is very likely related to this. A culture and sensitivity test would ... | |
| Rabbit coccidiosis infection | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: My 3 year old female rabbit got spayed in early December. 3 weeks later she stayed in a boarding ... A: The trimethoprim sulfa might work, but it will take a long time to kill the coccidia. Please find ... | |
| Abandoned or lost wild rabbit rescued from animal trap service | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I currently have what I believe to be a wild rabbit in a trap cage under my care and I am looking ... A: Congratulations on your new Companion Cottie. :) I think the most likely explanation for this ... | |
| agressive female lionhead rabbit | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: i need your help. i adopted my lionhead rabbit about a year ago and she was the happiest most loving ... A: Your bunny is very likely suffering from false pregnancies if she is not spayed. These will make her ... | |
| HELP!!! ITS IMPORTANT | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: My 3 months old rabbit is having hair loss from 1month. His hair fall is restricted to his face, ... A: Your rabbit appears to have sarcoptic mange, caused by a parasitic mite known as Sarcoptes scabeii. ... | |
| My rabbit has a tumour?? | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: my rabbit which I have kept for nearly 7 years now has been diagnose by a veterinarian as having a ... A: I would get the bunny to a different vet immediately. Please find one here: ... | |
| My rabbits death | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: ive had my rabbit pablo for nearly 5 years. last night he passed away with what seemed like a ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Litter Box Training | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a 7 year old french/mini lop mix. About 1.5 years ago, we moved to a new home ... A: Well, if it's any consolation, early exposure to animals actually has been shown to help strengthen ... | |
| Rabbit not grooming self? --discolored fur | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: We adopted our rabbit about a year ago (someone had abandoned her in our neighbor's yard). We took ... A: She may not be able to reach that spot to groom. You can safely help her with the dry bath ... | |
| 2 rabbits fighting? | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: How are you? I am just e-mailing you because I have 2 bunnies. I got one about 4 months ago, he is a ... A: An unneutered/unspayed rabbit will often be more aggressive than one who has been "altered." Please ... | |
| safe outdoor area | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: I have an internal outdoor courtyard. It measures about 18x21 feet and has about 16-18 ft high walls ... A: Do you have hawks and owls in your area? If so, then I would not consider your bunny safe if left ... | |
| Bonding a (chronically?) sick bunny | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: I asked this question of Pam, but would love to get your opinion as I have learned so much from your ... A: Sorry for the delay. Ridiculously busy, and then out of town for a vet conference! 8P Pseudomonas ... | |
| Sudden death 2 separate occasions | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: Advise comments please coincidence or something more? I brought my gorgeous Casper a mini lop rabbit ... A: I don't blame you for being upset at these strangely similar deaths. And because these were both ... | |
| Red Mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: Devestating news today - all six of my rabbits, living in pairs is separate acommodation appear to ... A: I would get Stronghold (selamectin) from your vet and treat all the rabbits. This is much ... | |
| Respiratory problem? | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: Just now when I sitting on the floor and my bunny was playing about, she ran pass me and I heard her ... A: I can't hear the sound to know for sure, but your description sounds like the normal "love song" of ... | |
| Sudden aggression in adult male rabbit | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: My house rabbit, Whiskey, age 1 year 9 months has recently started lunging, stomping and grunting at ... A: Please read this before you breed your rabbits: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/breeding.html It ... | |
| rabbit with painful, runny eye | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: my bunny is about 1 yr old and has a gray/blue circle on his eye i took it to the vet and we got eye ... A: Please read: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/weepy.pdf and find a more rabbit-savvy vet here: ... | |
| Help! I fallen and I can't get up! | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a dwarf rabbit and she is 14 years old. She still acts very youthful, but she has a problem. ... A: This isn't an uncommon problem in elderly rabbits, and there isn't a good way to prevent it. You ... | |
| Rabbit tumours | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: We have a male house dutch rebbit, he is 5.5 years old and has developed a hard lump on his right ... A: There way I can make a judgment about euthanasia without seeing your bunny. And the type of tumor ... | |
| Megacolon | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I wrote to you before directly about my rabbit. She is a 4 year old Himalayan. She has had what is ... A: I think this bunny is being discussed on the HRS educators' list, and you might already have gotten ... | |
| BAYTRIL Mixed in food efficacy for UTI | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I wrote to you twice about my 6 yo rabbit getting UTIs several times a year. Well since my last ... A: The stress of his illness could trigger ileus, a very common side effect of pain/stress in rabbits. ... | |
| Loss of hair around eye after eye infection | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: My little guy just can't catch a break. I previously wrote to you about him having a concussion ... A: Yes, they are often associated, and often because of an underlying dental root problem. The root ... | |
| ear infection in my rabbit | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I have a two and half year old holland lop ear rabbit. recently he started scratching his ears and ... A: I would check the listings here: http://www.rabbit.org/vets to find a vet who is more familiar ... | |
| PANACUR | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: I have two lionhead rabbits. My question is about all the confusion and uncertainty about Panacur. ... A: It depends on what you're treating. We've found that for nematodes a three day course works fine. ... | |
| urgent bunny in labour | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: Could u please tell me how long a bunny should b in labour? Its been over 6 hours, she is pulling ... A: Six hours is a pretty long time for a rabbit, but not unheard of. Once labor begins, they usually ... | |
| Jaw Bone Infection | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: I have 3 rescued mini lop bunnies. One of them is a 6yrs.old, 3kg female, desexed bunny. Have been ... A: I can't comment on zeolite, as I've never used it. But I will say that giving a low dose of ... | |
| PANACUR | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I have two lionhead rabbits. My question is about all the confusion and uncertainty about Panacur. ... A: All the benzamidazoles have some potential toxicity, but of the three mainly in use (albendazole, ... | |
| Loss of hair around eye after eye infection | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: My little guy just can't catch a break. I previously wrote to you about him having a concussion ... A: Yes, your little guy has epiphora causing the fur loss. But there are many different possible ... | |
| bunny not eating. holiday no vets help! | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: Timmy was fine a few days ago. Running and playing. Now he just sits in his cage or lays in a ... A: Please read these completely: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and ... | |
| rabbit nose wound | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: We have just taken a rescue 22 mth old mini lop (Holland Lop). Lovely little blue eyed dutch ... A: The surgical glue option sometimes doesn't work with a very *big* flap. As the tissue swells and ... | |
| Help sick bunny - high bilirubin in urine and dark urine color | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old rabbit. She has had dark reddish urine for about a month and her abdominal area ... A: I'm glad you have faith in your vet. But for weird, difficult problems, even a really great vet ... | |
| Clear watery stool in infant bunny I just bought | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I just got a bunny yesterday with my parents, it's about 4-6 weeks old and has been eating ... A: Yes, this is an emergency. But I would not leave it to a breeder to solve this problem, which could ... | |
| What I think looks like a white lump on my dwarf bunny's cornea | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: Krempels! I now live in Morocco. About a week ago, I got a lionhead doe (I don't know how old he is, ... A: I can't see the lesion, but what you describe sounds typical of a corneal ulcer. This can be caused ... | |
| Help sick bunny - high bilirubin in urine and dark urine color | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old rabbit. She has had dark reddish urine for about a month and her abdominal area ... A: While elevated bilirubin in the urine can signify liver trouble, there are many different possibly ... | |
| Rabbits sneezing yellow mucus | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: Hi I need some help to know what medication I should give my rabbits if they are sick or not see ... A: Please get them inside where they can be warm and dry and comfortable! That's the first thing. ... | |
| Spayed rabbit showing strong desire to mate. | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: The subject line basically says it all. My rabbit is just over four years old now and I had her ... A: If this is a sudden onset, your bunny may have an adrenal tumor. This isn't life-threatening, but ... | |
| Bonding a (chronically?) sick bunny | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: I asked this question of Pam, but would love to get your opinion as I have learned so much from your ... A: In my experience, and that of many other rabbit rescuers, rabbits do NOT readily share pathogens ... | |
| A sad rabbit story from India | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: I am from Pune, India. In India nobody looks at the rabbit as a pet, but I do. I don’t want to ask ... A: I do not know if the virus causing Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease is endemic to your area, but if so, ... | |
| PLEASE HELP ASAP!!!! Bunny losing use of hind limbs! | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a beautiful rabbit that is so wonderful and spunky! She is almost eight years old! She has ... A: If your bunny's signs are due to the parasite Encephalitozoon cuniculi, then she may have been ... | |
| A sad rabbit story from India | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I am from Pune, India. In India nobody looks at the rabbit as a pet, but I do. I don’t want to ask ... A: I am so very sorry about your loss. I wish I could have been there to help you. But as you say, ... | |
| My Rabbit | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old male rabbit who I have just discovered recently he has very dry toe nails and ... A: Without a lot more information, I cannot tell what is going on with your rabbit. The crustiness on ... | |
| I think my rabbit is sick!! Please Help!!! | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I let my bunny loose in my basement and i forgot about my science project from years ago there ... A: It is not likely that your bunny got into your science project. Soapy, moldy liquid will not ... | |
| Blockage? | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I just got a bunny for Christmas, he is 9 weeks old, he had some diarrhea when we first got him home ... A: A blockage? I'm thinking you may have misunderstood what the vet said. A true blockage will cause ... | |
| Does my bunny have an infestation? | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 6 week old Holland Lop a few weeks ago from a breeder, he is 10 weeks now. I noticed some ... A: This sounds like the beginnings of mange, caused by parasitic mites (could be any of several types, ... | |
| urgent fleas on our drawf bunny | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I am at a loss with lots of different information coming up in my search for best treatment. I found ... A: Advantage is safe for rabbits and is available without prescription. I prefer Revolution ... | |
| unusual seizure type spell in rabbits | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a cottontail who is 10 & 1/2 years old. Today I think he was having a seizure, his head & ... A: I hope he won't scare you again this way, and I'm glad he's feeling better now. I hope this was an ... | |
| Sick Bunny-Our Vet Stumped | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: Our bunny started out with what I thought was statis 6 weeks ago. We've had her 3 years, she was a ... A: Just a thought: Ask the vet about trying Banamine for a day or three. This is a *powerful* ... | |
| Large lump on rabbits belly | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old un-nuterd dutch male rabbit. I discovered a large golf ball sized lump on his ... A: I would have this looked at by a more rabbit-savvy vet. I hope you can find one here: ... | |
| Bunny sick? | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: My bunny, Gracie, a gray dwarf, I have no idea whether its a girl or a boy. The pet store employees ... A: Take a deeeeep breath and don't panic. Nothing you've described here sounds like anything ... | |
| Is it lockjaw? | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I read an earlier post of yours on lockjaw and bunnies, but I have to ask specifically. My bunny ... A: "Lockjaw" is another term for tetanus, which is a deadly condition caused by a bacterium known as ... | |
| litter-training issues | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I am a new rabbit owner having had Toto for just 4 months. He is an adorable male rabbit, quite big, ... A: > Do you think this change in behavior could be because he is not neutered? Eeeeeee.....yes. > ... | |
| Senior Rabbit Question | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a senior rabbit (she is spayed), she's about 8 or 9 years old (not exact sure of age since ... A: A bunny acting normal in every way and with normal blood values but still picky about food is often ... | |
| Rabbit not eating vegetables and hay | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 years old rabbit. I offer him a lot of vegetables every morning and night. But a week ... A: Yes, it always seems to be a holiday when a bunny decides to get sick. :( If you are able to see a ... | |
| !URGENT! How do I dispose of Stillborns/Deformed Kits? | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit is due to give birth in the next 2-3 days and I want to know what to do if she has a ... A: I'm glad you love your bunnies! :) Butters is adorable. I just was not sure where you were ... | |
| URGENT...need help with female bunny whose sickness can not be figured out. been to vet 4 times. | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help me or at least give me some insight to the problem with my pet bunny. My ... A: I'm not sure why your vet didn't put two and two together here. I high fever and pus-like discharge ... | |
| Seen a vet on numerous occasions, but rabbit's eye continues to be small and runny and cheek is swollen | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm basically going to list all the eye problems and treatments my rabbit has had and hope that you ... A: If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it's probably...a duck. Everything you have ... | |
| baby rabbit ears | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 13 days old baby rabbit. Is it normal if one of the ear open and the other remain the same ... A: The pictures are very dark, and it is nearly impossible for me to see what you mean. Is the ear ... | |
| Rabbit not eating vegetables and hay | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 years old rabbit. I offer him a lot of vegetables every morning and night. But a week ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html to learn how to find out if there's something ... | |
| !URGENT! How do I dispose of Stillborns/Deformed Kits? | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit is due to give birth in the next 2-3 days and I want to know what to do if she has a ... A: Laws about disposing of dead animals vary across the globe. But if there are stillborn babies, they ... | |
| Bunny recovering GI stasis, but won't eat. | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: Our bunny has lost her appetite for food and both our vet and us are trying to find an answer to her ... A: Nate Radiography and endoscopy are the methods you'd use to find problems. But an early lesion ... | |
| rabbit respiratory problem | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: Similiar to another question you answered back in 12/12/2007 to a gentleman named Steve, I also have ... A: Even if there is an intrusion of the dental roots into her sinuses (which I can't see from the ... | |
| My bunny humps me | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: Hey I just got my bunny Thumper couple days ago. Before i picked him up i got him neutered because ... A: If he is only recently neutered, then his hormones are still active, and will be for a few weeks. ... | |
| spraying | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old dwarf bunny and he lives in the house. We only cage him at night and during ... A: If this has happened at this stage in his life, I would suspect a urinary tract problem such as a ... | |
| ringworm in rabbits | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a small rabbit rescue 12 rabbits currently) where shelter rabbits can be neutered and then ... A: Ringworm and other dermatophytes can be horribly difficult to treat, and very resistant to even ... | |
| pregnant rabbit | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: im worried about my rabbit i think she pregnant but she hasnt made a nest shes been digging late at ... A: You do not say how long she has been pregnant, which is very important to knowing if she is in ... | |
| Help me please :( | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a big problem and I need your help. I live in a country where vets do not know anything about ... A: It would definitely be worth trying Stronghold, and I would ask the vets to help you order it ... | |
| Arthritis- pain management | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit (9yo, female, ~3kg) has arthritis in all limbs and splay-leg of the front legs due to ... A: Metacam is considered safer then carprofen for long-term use. Both are NSAIDs, and both have ... | |
| mucus in bunnies poop | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: my bunny is about 3-4 months old... she is very active and loves to play (i try and let her play at ... A: Mucus in the poop is a sign of inflammation of the intestinal lining. It's good that she's eating ... | |
| Stomach worms and skinny rabbit | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: One day my rabbit, Shooni, didn't eat anything. I went to a vet and he said that he is suffering ... A: Please do return to the vet to have Shooni treated for the parasites. They are interfering with his ... | |
| URGENT please help quickly | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: please help me this is urgent. my 5 year old guinea pig is really sick. I have researched and think ... A: As you say, I am not a guinea pig expert. If your little one is having trouble breathing, it would ... | |
| Rabbit siezure? | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: This morning I was woken up by the sounds of my bunny thrashing/kicking violently in his cage. I ran ... A: I've never heard of Baytril causing seizures, so I doubt this is related to the medication unless ... | |
| Is it common for rabbits around 8 weeks to Bleed? | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: I recently was given two rabbits from my partner. They are around 8 weeks, one boy and one girl. I ... A: Bleeding is never normal for rabbits, but be sure it's blood. Sometimes pigments in the urine can ... | |
| Reluctance to eat hay | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: for a day or two now she has been reluctant to eat her hay( still eats some only when I prompt her), ... A: Not eating hay for a few days won't cause lasting problems. But this does sound like a problem with ... | |
| treating ringworm in rabbits | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: I asked you this question in 2006, and am still having the same problem. Two of my bunnies have ... A: First of all, has the ringworm been confirmed via culture or skin biopsy? It's important to know ... | |
| Sick Bunny-Our Vet Stumped | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: Our bunny started out with what I thought was statis 6 weeks ago. We've had her 3 years, she was a ... A: These cases are awful, not knowing what's going on. The hiking up to pee with no success could be ... | |
| what was cause of death of my bunny | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: not more than 30 minutes ago my young new Zealand white rabbit snowfire passed away. ive had him for ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| rabbit licking fur off back | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit has licked a patch of fur off her back in 2 spots about 2 cm x 4 cm. One section is ... A: Unless your rabbit is confined to a very small space and is mutilating herself because of boredom, I ... | |
| Swelling in Ear of Adult Rabbit | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: I adopted my rabbit half a year ago from an old friend and I'm not too sure about it's age, but it's ... A: There are any number of reasons for an ear to swell this way, from the bite of a venomous insect to ... | |
| Bunny Paralysis/Grooming Issues | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr old spayed female dwarf lop-ear/angora bunny named Smarshmallow. About 6 weeks ago, it ... A: These signs could be associated with clinical manifestation of a parasite known as Encephalitozoon ... | |
| Bunny recovering GI stasis, but won't eat. | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: Our bunny has lost her appetite for food and both our vet and us are trying to find an answer to her ... A: This really sounds like dental problems. The vet may not have been able to see far enough into the ... | |
| Rabbit ear cleaning? | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, My bunny Momo is a 1 year old female holland lop. She is spayed. I feed her with ... A: There isn't really anything you can do with diet to prevent osteoporosis caused by a lack of ... | |
| Rabbit diet, exercise, and health | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I am an eighth grader at Valley New School, a project-based charter school in Wisconsin. ... A: To answer one by one: 1. How often should a rabbit be fed #based on size) and how much? You can ... | |
| sick baby bunny | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: I used to work as a veterinary nurse years ago and a rabbit breeder friend of mine has given me a ... A: A blind bunny can live a completely happy life, especially if blind from birth and not knowing ... | |
| Bunnicula: The Shower Aggression Syndome | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a three and a half year old Holland lop. I work at home, so he gets tons of attention and can ... A: Wow, this is the first time I've ever heard of another rabbit besides our beloved Gryphon (R.I.P.) ... | |
| Split Penis in Male Rabbits | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I want to ask you about Split Penis in Male Rabbits. I am going to be a new owner of a "buck" ... A: I certainly would not have the bunny euthanized for this! If the bunny does have split penis, there ... | |
| percolating/gagging | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: My spayed 4 year old bunny has been percolating on and off for months. She also makes a "gagging" ... A: A chronic upper respiratory situation like this often means that there is, as your vet has said, a ... | |
| rabbit lethargic | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit is 4 years old and she is currently on baytrill for a suspected pasturella infection. She ... A: I'm very glad she's feeling better! But it's possible that the cereal was making her gassy, and ... | |
| My rabbit: losing fur along her back | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit, Cutie, is losing hair along her back. It has gotten to the point that there are a couple ... A: This is not uncommon, and usually quite easy to treat. Please read: ... | |
| Rabbit has slightly blocked airway | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: My mothers rabbit has recently been diagnosed with pasteurellosis or snuffles. He starts antibiotics ... A: If your bunny has a respiratory infection that's making it hard for him to breathe, then I must ... | |
| Snuffles - is Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim safe? | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: Our rabbit was prescribed Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim and I'm concerned about the safety and ... A: The potentiated sulfa antibiotics are pretty old, and this means that many bacteria are now ... | |
| Clogged tear duct | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: Taffy, our six-year-old Jersey Wooly, may have a clogged tear duct in her left eye. There is a ... A: No one should "ream out" the tear duct. It is a delicate structure lined with mucous membranes, and ... | |
| Possible bunny concussion | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: Last night my little 4 month old bunny was running around and ended up going head first into a wall ... A: Holy cow. That must have been horrific. I'm glad he has recovered and appears to be fine. If he ... | |
| rabbit lethargic | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit is 4 years old and she is currently on baytrill for a suspected pasturella infection. She ... A: Baytril usually does not cause problems in rabbits. I would worry that she might have a secondary ... | |
| cottontail with cataracts | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: My bunny, "Mercy," has been blind from the day she opened her eyes. She is a wild cotton-tail that ... A: Mercy is lucky to have such a loving "mom" to care for her, since she would never survive in the ... | |
| habit ears | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, My bunny Momo is a 1 year old female holland lop. She is spayed. I feed her with ... A: We use Virbac Epi-otic to clean our bunnies' ears, and it works very well. I hope Momo's ears will ... | |
| Wild cottontails with mange | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I've noticed that the wild cottontail rabbits that live on my property (in southern California) ... A: The mites are not likely living in the soil. They are more often resident on the rabbits ... | |
| bunny | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: Ive had bunnys before and i noticed the night before my bunny died he had what it looked to be like ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| question | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: please do you mean to say that treated bamboo with pesticide or varnish are toxic,so,it is not good ... A: Any leaves or wood with which a rabbit might come in contact should not be treated with *any* ... | |
| Rabbits and essential oils | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: I've been trying to find information on which essential oils can harm rabbits and which can be used ... A: Because rabbits have very sensitive respiratory systems, and because your bunny already has a ... | |
| Questions reguarding prices and rumors of fractured rabbit leg. | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: just want to start off by saying my rabbit is already scheduled for a second vet appointment ... A: You're wise to get a second opinion. Surgery may not be the only option, but everything depends on ... | |
| Strange eating habits | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: We adopted my spayed dutch rabbit 3 years ago from the Humane Society where she had been taken in ... A: The first thing I'd do is rule out molar problems as the source of her picky eating habits. Many ... | |
| Bunny With Stasis and Eating Little | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: Our rabbit Swizzle has been eating less and less for a couple of weeks. Firstly, she seemed to have ... A: If radio-opaque objects showed up in her stomach, is there a possibility that she chewed and ... | |
| revolution or stronghold for rabbits | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: I noticed recently on my bunnies back he has a bald spot with white dandruff/flaky skin around it.. ... A: Please see: http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html Revolution/Stronghold (selamectin) is not ... | |
| Moisturize Feet? | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: The bottom of my rabbits feet underneath a fur flaps at the back is missing fur and appears to be ... A: Actually, it's better to toughen the skin on the feet, rather than soften it. Your bunny needs ... | |
| Questions Over My Rabbit's Death | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: On Tuesday when I woke up at 7:34 I found my rabbit dead in her cage. I didn't know what time she ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Considering getting a rabbit for a child's Christmas gift | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: I am planning on buying my daughter a 3 month old rabbit for Christmas. Can it be kept safely in a ... A: Please think very carefully before you do this. A rabbit, despite what you may have heard, is NOT a ... | |
| Rabbit seems to have loss of eating, won't drink much, seems to be going blind, and is very skinny. Please help.. | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a male rabbit (type is unknown- looks like a French lop or Holland lop) and he isn't eating ... A: It's time to get your bunny to a different veterinarian who can see if something the other vet did ... | |
| cat litter | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: My 10 lb head-tilt bunny ate cat litter earlier. He couldn't have been in the cat's box for more ... A: Another good reason to replace all the litterbox filler in the house with pelleted pine sawdust ... | |
| Sudden onset of splay leg in adult rabbit | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: Dana. Our rabbit (7 yrs/spayed/bonded to 2 others) has recently developed a splayed front legs. She ... A: While the slippery floors could certainly be contributing to her problem, the sudden onset ... | |
| Bunny stood up, head thrown back, chewing and shaking | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: In mid-October, my bunny friend Cottontail suddenly stood up, throwing head back, chewing, and his ... A: Was Cottontail eating at the time of these episodes? If so, he may be aspirating his food and ... | |
| 6 year old lop making choking sound, urinating in unusual spots? | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: I'm a bit concerned about my rabbit. I have taken him to a vet already about a front tooth that has ... A: You need to find a vet who is more experienced with rabbits: www.rabbit.org/vets and who ... | |
| My three year old rabbit is loosing to much fur. | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a three year old rabbit, she is 1/4 english spot 1/4 dwarf and then whatever her dad is lol, ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html and find a rabbit-savvy vet here: ... | |
| Bunny With Stasis and Eating Little | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: Our rabbit Swizzle has been eating less and less for a couple of weeks. Firstly, she seemed to have ... A: If the vet needs to anesthetize Swizzle to get a really good look at the molars (cheek teeth), then ... | |
| pasteurella or not? | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 month old female (Bella) harlequin she is my first rabbit got her from the pet store 18 ... A: It's not possible for me to diagnose her long-distance, but sneezing is a problem that should be ... | |
| Could my rabbit have diabetes? | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: I got a new rabbit about a month ago. The previous owners said that she had been spayed and think ... A: Diabetes is vanishingly uncommon in rabbits. But renal disease can cause excessive drinking. ... | |
| rabbit respiratory problem | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: Similiar to another question you answered back in 12/12/2007 to a gentleman named Steve, I also have ... A: While it's quite possible that a tooth root has intruded into her nasal passage, the gagging is more ... | |
| Moisturize Feet? | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: The bottom of my rabbits feet underneath a fur flaps at the back is missing fur and appears to be ... A: Your bunny may be courting sore hocks, which can result from improper walking surface or from ... | |
| Rabbit urinating in food dish | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: We have a 18 month male rabbit, that has started urinating in his food dish the past five weeks. ... A: Your bunny may be marking his food bowl as his personal possession (which seems a bit ... | |
| Sudden Death - Why? | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: We found my house bunny, Thomas dead on Saturday morning. He seemed perfectly healthy, and in fact ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Puting the male back with the female | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: We have 2 Holland Lop Bunnies and they are male and female. The female just had 4 babies and they ... A: Do not put the male with the female until you have read these two very important articles: ... | |
| Old bunny with eating difficulties | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old bunny who is having dental problems. He was doing ok with regular cheek teeth ... A: This might sound like a strange idea, but if this were my bunny I would ask the vet about putting ... | |
| URGENT rabbit eye closed | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old girl bunny, she is a lion head dwarf. Yesterday I noticed that she is ... A: I am sorry about the holiday delay. But from the sound of it, this is not a life-threatening ... | |
| Pellet Fuel? | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently got 3 40 lb bags of stove chow it says thats its white wood i checked to see if their was ... A: I teach Botany at the University of Miami, and I've never heard the term "white wood" used to ... | |
| URGENT: suspected retrobulbar abscess and protruded eye | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit, Ball is a domestic breed spayed female who is now 7.5 years old. She developed a swelling ... A: Actually, Maggie's eye socket was packed with 50% dextrose-soaked gauze wet-packs which were changed ... | |
| weeping cyst on nipple | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old female chinchilla Mini Rex. She has not been spayed to my knowledge, but I have ... A: I would not be so sure this is not early mammary cancer. The fact that it does not heal is not ... | |
| Splayed hind legs | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: I came across a rabbit that is being given away in my area, that has it's hind legs splayed. I was ... A: A splayleg bunny will not necessarily have a shorter lifespan, nor is it necessarily true that he'll ... | |
| URGENT: suspected retrobulbar abscess and protruded eye | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit, Ball is a domestic breed spayed female who is now 7.5 years old. She developed a swelling ... A: Our Maggie was 8 years old when a retrobulbar abscess made enucleation of her eye and packing with ... | |
| Single rabbit? | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: Is it o.k to keep a single rabbit or is it essential to have a pair ? We can't afford breeding due ... A: If you cannot have your rabbit spayed (female) or neutered (male), then do not get a second rabbit. ... | |
| rabbit health: eye lesion | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I noticed today that there was a white spot in my rabbit's right eye, it was also discharging milky ... A: From your description, this could be a corneal ulcer. These can result from trauma, but if your ... | |
| Help - Caring for my Rabbit | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: Can you help me with my rabbit please. We have a neutered male rabbit (Breed unknown, but he likes ... A: A change in behavior can signify a health problem. So start here: ... | |
| Does my rabbit have a fur problem? | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I got an albino lionhead the day before yesterday. His fur looks normal but he doesn't seem to me ... A: What a cutie! :) The lionhead "mane" genes are probably several, and many breeders have been ... | |
| bracing an adult rabbits front leg | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Glad you're back from vacation. I've been waiting to ask you if you've ever had success bracing an ... A: Jenna Yes, we have braced adult rabbits' legs. Some tolerate the braces well, and others rip them ... | |
| Pellet Fuel? | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently got 3 40 lb bags of stove chow it says thats its white wood i checked to see if their was ... A: I wouldn't know if the pellet products are required to list lighter fluid or any other combustion ... | |
| Bunny with Cheek Swellings | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a Holland Lop male, who is 9.5 years old- his name is Scooter. He was just at the vet for a ... A: Domestic rabbits occasionally show signs of the Shopes virus, but--as you've noted--the appearance ... | |
| Urgent Question: Psychological Stress from Giving Post-Operative Medication | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: Three days ago, my new bunny had surgery. She was spayed and had all of her incisors extracted. I ... A: If your bunny was acting fine when you left, and had enjoyed her cuddling session, I wonder if her ... | |
| Flystrike - Rabbit | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: My lovely rabbit Floyd was put down about 6 months ago due to Flystrike. It is something I still ... A: I am so sorry about the tragic loss of your friend. Flystrike is not all that uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| small mass on my lop rabbit's ear | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have two bunnies who are 8 and 6 yrs old. They are both in excellent health, but the lop ,who is ... A: It could be something as harmless as a fibroma or a papilloma (wart). But for your peace of mind, ... | |
| Today adopted a 5-6 mo. old 'wild' cottontail rabbit | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I don't know if this is a poser for you. Today I took into our home sanctuary a cottontail rabbit. ... A: If you think he's lost his fear of humans and other animals, then it might be safer for him to stay ... | |
| VHD Vaccine | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: First of all, thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I recently adopted a rabbit from ... A: As we don't have the vaccine here in the U.S., I am not familiar with its protocol. There should ... | |
| 3 months old rabbit lost body coordination, sitting in one place and wont eat or drink | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: Hope you can help me through this. I have a 3 month old male rabbit, who was suffering from mange ... A: I am very sorry for your loss. But please don't abandon Black at this point. If he is suffering ... | |
| Picking up rabbit | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I just got a 9 month old rabbit from a shelter. She is very sweet and I really want pick her up. I ... A: Most rabbits don't like to be held. They are prey animals, and when they are restrained--especially ... | |
| Sweet meadow farm? | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: Which hay from this website is good for a adult rabbit who is semi picky ... A: For picky bunnies, I like to offer first-cut timothy: ... | |
| URGENT!, Rabbit Molar Malocclusion in brother & sister pair | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: Dana, I have a brother and sister pair of dutch rabbits "Hannah & Basil" who I have written ... A: Hannah and Basil are lucky to have such a wonderful, caring dad. But here's a thought: What about ... | |
| Bun losing fur and question about raisins | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this. We live in Malaysia and my sis picked up Duffy in October last ... A: For the baldness: The areas on his sides could still be due to fungus, if he had it before. Fungal ... | |
| Rabbit with recurring nasal discharge | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: We adopted a rabbit about two years ago, and within about 6 months or so, he started sneezing, with ... A: A nasal flush will not require general anesthesia. In fact, unless your vet is really expert at ... | |
| Rabbit back leg hurt | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: We took our rabbit to the vet and they said because hes old it is prob just arthritis and they gave ... A: Say what? Would you euthanize a human family member because he or she started limping? I don't ... | |
| Rabbt developing the "flopsies" | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: My 7y.o. female rough lop cross "Patty" has developed what I call the "flopsies" as of late. She's ... A: When I see a rabbit "flop" I know that this is One Happy Rabbit. Rabbits in pain generally do not ... | |
| my 7 yr old mini lop rabbit Smokey...my baby boy | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: Smokey has a history of corneal ulcers...my "rabbit specialty vet" diagnosed it as clogged tear ... A: Clogged tear ducts are not very likely to be a root cause of corneal ulcers. I think you might need ... | |
| Young female rabbit peeing blood | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: two days ago my rabbit was playing on our deck and she jumped and slipped- just being frisky. She ... A: It takes only a few seconds for a male rabbit to impregnate a female. And some can reproduce quite ... | |
| urgent!5 months old rabbit has urine as clear as water and fur lose near genitals..plz help | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: My 5 months old Black urinates as clear as water. Pees a little more than before and i have noticed ... A: Fur loss around the genitals and back legs is NOT normal, and in concert with the clear urine and ... | |
| Anemia and leukopenia in older rabbit | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I had brought my bonded pair in to the vet today because someone has been drinking and peeing more ... A: If his kidney values were normal (my first guess, given the PU/PD (polyuria/polydypsia, which is a ... | |
| Today adopted a 5-6 mo. old 'wild' cottontail rabbit | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I don't know if this is a poser for you. Today I took into our home sanctuary a cottontail rabbit. ... A: Some cotties can live very happily in a human household, but it truly depends on the personality of ... | |
| Hurt Bunny | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: we just purchased a 4 week old bunny for my daughter. We built a very nice pen outside with small ... A: I am stunned that the thought did not cross your mind to take the rabbit to a veterinarian ... | |
| URGENT!, Rabbit Molar Malocclusion in brother & sister pair | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: Dana, I have a brother and sister pair of dutch rabbits "Hannah & Basil" who I have written ... A: I wish I could tell you there was a fix for this, but I'd be lying. Rabbits who generate molar ... | |
| My son squeezed my rabbit... | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I had recently purchased an 8 week old bunny, my 5 year old son was ecstatic and named him Chowder. ... A: I'm sorry you have learned the hard way that small children and rabbits are NOT a good match. And ... | |
| my rabbit | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: i lost my rabbit last night. i picked him up to say goodnight to him as i do every night. I set him ... A: I am so sorry about this tragic, terrible death. It is quite rare for a bunny to die this way, but ... | |
| 3 months old rabbit lost body coordination, sitting in one place and wont eat or drink | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: Hope you can help me through this. I have a 3 month old male rabbit, who was suffering from mange ... A: Gentocin is quite a powerful antibiotic to use for this condition, but I'm glad it is helping. ... | |
| Rabbit hair loss | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a rabbit named Patti thats about a year and a half old. I recently took Patti to an animal ... A: I wouldn't focus on sanitizing her cage. But I *would* take the vet's advice and find a vet who is ... | |
| Is Pyriproxyfen Safe For Rabbits | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: Dana, Bayer is phasing out Advantage9 (for kittens) and is replacing it with Advantage II ... A: I know people who have used Advantage II on rabbits without problems. I have not treated my own ... | |
| my rabbit | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit was fine lastnight and when i awoke this morning my rabbit was dying then he died why i ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your bunny. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ascertain ... | |
| My rabbit has only one testicles | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit has only one testicle. He's about four years old. My vet suggest that because the other ... A: Did the vet actually do exploratory surgery to find the cryptorchid (undescended testicle)? If not, ... | |
| Two female rabbits fighting | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: A problem has just arise last night as the two females rabbits which live together with a neutered ... A: The most important thing to do first is to have both rabbits spayed. This will curb or stop the ... | |
| Hair loss | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I've been looking after a group of rabbits of someone that lives in my town because I had witnessed ... A: Please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html If the bunny is being housed with males, they ... | |
| Tip of Rabbit's ear going floppy | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I recently adopted a 5-month old mini rex-holland lop mix from the Humane Society. Up until ... A: We have a BIG bunny with what we call "flippy tips". The lopping trait is polygenic (i.e., ... | |
| my rabbits unwell | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit has swollen testicals, his eyes are lazy, and hes not eating solid foods, is this mixi? ... A: I hope your bunny does not have myxomatosis, a fatal viral disease. Please get him to a rabbit vet ... | |
| Fur shaggy and sticking up randomly | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have had my girl Bella (6 years old) to the vet lots of times in the last 3 months. She got bitten ... A: The only time we see matted, sticky fur like this is in very stressed rabbits--and usually ones who ... | |
| I don't want my bunny to suffer, how do I know if he's in pain? | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: Our 6 year old bunny bled a lot today by his tail and we rushed him to the vet. The vet found a ... A: I hope you might be able to bring the bunny to a different vet for a second opinion. This might be ... | |
| Rabbit Play | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: Our rabbit was given to us by a magician and his wife. They had her for about a year and then gave ... A: Rabbits can be very playful, but each one has a unique personality. Some are active and goofy, ... | |
| sick bunny | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: took cookie again to the vet. Had X ray and showed a hairball. Vet gave her Reglan 4 cc every 12 ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/ileus.html A very common cause of ileus (she ... | |
| New Zealand likes living with guinea pigs | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a situation re: our spayed female New Zealand who seems to not mind living with 3 male guinea ... A: If the bunny and piggies are living together peacefully, I don't think there's a problem with them ... | |
| Vet gave my bunny amoxycillin | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: My bunny started to leave his cecotrophs. They were sludgy. The vet gave him a shot of betamox ... A: He will get better with nursing and care, but it will help if you can get some cecotropes from a ... | |
| Skin disease/infection. Vets stumped | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I've got a very poorly rabbit who has stumped 3 different vets and online rabbit communites, maybe ... A: We have a rabbit (also black, interestingly enough) who has a similar condition and the progression ... | |
| help coordinating care for a pregnant doe with a 2 week old litter | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired 2 pairs of 'brothers' (each pair at 8 - 10 weeks of age) which I intend to keep ... A: Well, if she is already pregnant again, there's not much to be done about this. But it is ... | |
| How old is too old to spay a rabbit? | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old mini rex. Aside from an issue with a bump in her ear I already wrote to you ... A: You're right that no surgery is 100% risk free. Anesthesia has its own risks, and there can always ... | |
| rabbit w/ear "growth" in opening to canal | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have an approx. 5 yr old female mini rex. I took her to the vet (the animal hospital has two ... A: If the growth isn't increasing in size, and she's stopped scratching at it, it's not an emergency ... | |
| Rabbit runny stool | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: First off, I have taken my mini-lop Snoopy to the vet twice, she has a runny stool/diarrhea in the ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, which is fully explained here: ... | |
| Confusion over medication dosage. | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: Under the "emergency sick rabbit instructions" link on this page it says if the rabbit's tummy is ... A: Simethicone suspension is quite inert, and even a pretty big "overdose" is not going to do lasting ... | |
| No life in hind legs | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: I came back from work today to find my angorra mix Fluffy (year and a half) laying in his hutch, and ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/paresis.html and especially the link to the ... | |
| Female rabbit discharge/pregnancy??? | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: My female rabbit is about a year old. We only just discovered she was female after buying some more ... A: It takes only seconds for a rabbit to be impregnated. So yes, it's quite possible that your bunny ... | |
| megacolonic bunny | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: Hey, Daisy, an English spot/hotot mix, suffers from megacolon syndrome. She has very large, almond ... A: Yes, I've seen "Cowpoop" bunnies suffer from the leakage you describe. It's not really a problem ... | |
| Hops only when left side is supported | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a one yr old Holland lop. He was injured one week ago, suddenly no using his hind legs. ... A: It's promising that he's started to regain movement. I am glad you didn't take that vets advice!! ... | |
| About Rabbit False Pregnancy | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I have female rabbit. She spayed She had on October false pregnancy and now she has the same problem ... A: Are you sure she's pulling fur because of a false pregnancy? If so, there may be ovarian and/or ... | |
| Very thin rabbit | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit is about 6 months old and is a Dutch dwarf. When I got her 3 months ago she was in tip top ... A: Have you looked at her teeth? If she is willing but unable to eat because of a severe malocclusion ... | |
| Rabbit incontinence | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a lovely five year-old neutered male house rabbit who has always been very good and used his ... A: Sudden changes in litterbox habits can signal a urinary tract problem such as bladder sludge, ... | |
| Anxious, neutered Netherland Dwarf | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 month old Netherland Dwarf male, named Velvateen, that was neutered at around 4 months. ... A: I'm not sure I'd say there's anything wrong with Velveteen. It may just be his personality to be a ... | |
| Holland Lop Grooming ? | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I recently rescued a male neutered Holland Lop rabbit from the Humane Society. I've read differing ... A: Bunnies need their nails trimmed when they extend more than about 3mm beyond the quick (the pink, ... | |
| I Need Help On Feed. | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: What happens when you give a resting doe to much protein or not enough? What is a good percent of ... A: I don't show rabbits, nor do I approve of showing because it's so stressful for the rabbits. So I'm ... | |
| Why is my male rabbit aggressive torwad my female rabbit | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I got my rabbits about a week ago so there prob around 2 months or so. I have a female rabbit and a ... A: Are both rabbits spayed/neutered? If not, then you're courting disaster. Please see: ... | |
| not eating papaya tablets | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2 year cross breed rabbit with long fur. I feed her orchard grass hay and pellets and 2/3 ... A: In my opinion, papaya tablets are little more than candy. Certainly not the best way to prevent ... | |
| vent disease question | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: If you give them penG will they will still be infected carriers of this? They would really only be ... A: Penicillin-G Procaine *injections* are generally safe for rabbits, as long as given as directed and ... | |
| rabbit loses control of urine, suddenly drools a lot | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: We have had our dwarf bunny for 6 years now. He's litter trained and does not live in a cage - he's ... A: If he's drooling, this is a red flag for molar spurs. Sometimes these can cause enough obstruction ... | |
| Anaplastic carcoma | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: Our vet removed a large lump from our 6.5yr old spayed male rabbit, Pongo 2 days ago, and yesterday ... A: Radiation has its own risks, so you might want to discuss this with your veterinarian. You don't ... | |
| Cottontail with dangling, broken right hind leg | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: For several days now, a desert cottontail has been hanging around my back yard. I noticed today that ... A: I hope this little guy will allow you to herd him into a carrier, or a puppy pen. It almost seems ... | |
| Humping Bunny Question | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: My Holland Lop just turned three years old. He has been with me since he was eight weeks old. He ... A: Holland Lops are sort of notorious for being humpy even after they are neutered. Not sure why, but ... | |
| Can a cyst on a rabbit's chin become a tumour in the throat? | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I'd like to begin by thanking you for the amazing work you've done with rabbits. Your ... A: First, please let me ease your mind about the grooming. There is close to a ZERO chance that you ... | |
| Pooping in the house | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I've written you before about my sassy bun Scooter. We were in temporary housing and he had taken to ... A: Seriously, two rabbits will usually be *less* destructive than one, because they entertain each ... | |
| my mini rex rabbit | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit still hasn't lost its baby weight after it had its litter last summer, she also lost a lot ... A: I would take the bunny to an experienced rabbit vet for a full checkup: www.rabbit.org/vets to see ... | |
| Aggressive female rabbit question | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: We have 2 Netherland dwarf bunnies that are siblings. We got them at 3 months old, and they've been ... A: Until Ollie can be spayed, separate them for Frost's health and sanity. Let them play together only ... | |
| female rabbits | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: We have two female mini dwarf lopp rabbits, one is almost blind. Have had since 7 1/2 weeks and ... A: Having both bunnies spayed will not only reduce their aggression and dominance mounting, but will ... | |
| Male rabbit producing sick offspring. | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: My Newzealand Red, Nelson, who is 2 1/2 years old. I bought a year ago as a breeder, he has been ... A: Coccidiosis is not transmitted genetically, so if coccidiosis is really the cause of death, then ... | |
| Duration of injectable penicillin for inner ear infection | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: We treated our 3 yr old male bunny for head tilt with both Panacur and Injectable Penicillin ... A: Well, if bun is continuing to improve, it might be okay to stop now. But I'm glad the vet agrees ... | |
| Revolution/Stronghold | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: they weigh 7lbs each would you reccoment the toy dog or kitten/puppy version? thanks! A: Unfortunately, Revolution is prescription only. You'll need to find a rabbit-savvy vet who will ... | |
| Magpies - are they dangerous? | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: :) Today Chamomile was out in the garden eating cabbage, and a magpie flew down beside him. It was ... A: Never doubt that rabbits are as clever as dogs or cats! It's a well-kept secret, and first-time ... | |
| Sexing bunnies | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased two 9wk old bunnies from my local pet shop who assured me that they were both ... A: Sexing baby bunnies is a challenge, and there are no guarantees you'll get it right. But I hope ... | |
| URGENT; Baby not peeing? | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a week old baby rabbit, eyes closed, that I've been feeding formula (1part KMR+1part Goats ... A: As long as he is not swelling up with pee or unable to pee, it's probably not a major thing. But do ... | |
| bunny happiness | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a mini rex and he lived out side for a year and now lives inside. And at night all he does is ... A: Rabbits often like to be active at night, so his digging is likely his way of playing. If he's ... | |
| rabbit molar spur | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: i have a problem with my rabbit. he is a almost 3 years old Holland lop ear rabbit. he had his first ... A: Many Holland Lops have this problem. They are congenitally not really normal in the molar/tear duct ... | |
| My rabbit's pee smells extremely bad | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: How're you :) My rabbit, Ronaldo, has really bad smelling pee and it's been stinking up the house. ... A: If it is actually the urine itself that smells, especially if it's fresh out of the bunny, then this ... | |
| third eyelid showing, excessive urination | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: My neutered New Zealand Blue is three. Several months ago he went off all pellets and, when he ate, ... A: The combination of excessive urination (which I assume is coupled with excessive drinking), the ... | |
| moderately underweight senior rabbit | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an 8.5 year old neutered male who is a bit underweight, probably due to a small tumor growing ... A: We've occasionally used Ensure or similar products to boost caloric intake. As long as your bunny's ... | |
| 2 female rabbits in same cage after one gives birth | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: We have 2 female rabbits and one boy. one of our females gave birth today but we don't know which ... A: If neither female is taking care of the baby, please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/orphan.html It is ... | |
| swollen testicles | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: i brought my 10 month old rabbit oscar into the house today and notices that his testicales were ... A: It could be infection, fly strike, or any number of other disorders. Check for maggots! If there ... | |
| Mini-Rex Grooming | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a Mini-Rex today and I have no clue how to groom it! I am not in 4-h and I don't ... A: First: NEVER bathe a healthy rabbit. It can be so stressful as to cause death! Please read: ... | |
| I want to donate my rabbit | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that my boyfriend gave me 3 months ago. Unfortunately I can have it anymore so I was ... A: Please write to me directly at dana@miami.edu and I will send you the information. The Broward ... | |
| About how old is she? | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Female Mini Rex Bunny that i got from a local pet store (she was rescued from a bunny mill) ... A: Even really *expert* rabbit folks cannot really accurately age a bunny without seeing the bun in ... | |
| I need some help w/8 day old domestic runt!! PLEASE!! | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: Where can i get cecotropes for this lil' babe when needed?(i have 2 other does also, if that helps). ... A: If it's hot enough for a rabbit to die of the heat, then you need to get your bunnies somewhere ... | |
| Screaming - involuntary reflex? | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I recently had a troubling, traumatic experience in the PTS (euth) decision of my rabbit. She was ... A: I am so sorry about this horrible, traumatic experience. Inhalant anesthesia can be frightening for ... | |
| Rabbit cannot conceive? | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I have breed my girl 2 times and they haven't taken? what other than fat could be the problem? I'm ... A: Everything you need to know about breeding your rabbit can be found here: ... | |
| Rabbit with soft stool | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: really soft stool it sometimes lookes like lots of tiny stool clumped together. I don't know what ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, which is fully explained here: ... | |
| parasites under rabbits skin? | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: Dana Krempels, My rabbits live in a fenced in outdoor area near pet dogs. I was brushing one of my ... A: Without seeing the lesions, I cannot tell for sure what they might be. But if you see a small hole ... | |
| treating wounds | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: My 9 year old dwarf bunny has developed a bad habit of sitting in her litterbox. Today my husband ... A: If your bunny has a messy bottom, she should definitely not be outdoors, where she would be at risk ... | |
| wild baby rabbit | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I found a young wild rabbit in my yard yesterday it has a broken front leg and i am not sure where ... A: Such little ones often respond well to proper splinting, and they can heal amazingly well. But the ... | |
| Duration of injectable penicillin for inner ear infection | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: We treated our 3 yr old male bunny for head tilt with both Panacur and Injectable Penicillin ... A: Personally, I disagree with your vet that a mere 8-10 day course of dual-acting penicillin is long ... | |
| Rabbit Digging | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I recently built an outdoor pen for my rabbit attached to her cage. For the first few days she was ... A: For starters, you must NEVER NEVER put her in any place where there is mostly direct sun. Your ... | |
| rabbit post-partum depression | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: my daughters rabbit , a largish and very healthy netherland dwarf, who is a great mum recently gave ... A: I would not assume this is merely an emotional problem, though the stress of giving stillbirth could ... | |
| 7 week old Holland Lop | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Our seemingly healthy bunny: We were told by the family who had it, that it would be ready to go on ... A: The most common sign of trouble in a very young rabbit is runny stool, and you can read about this ... | |
| Magpies - are they dangerous? | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: :) Today Chamomile was out in the garden eating cabbage, and a magpie flew down beside him. It was ... A: Wow, that's unusual! That must have been one hungry or unusually confident, aggressive magpie. ... | |
| Rabbit with swollen eye died 24 hours later | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I just lost my 8 years old mini-rex rabbit last Thursday. The night before he died i noticed his ... A: Your English is perfect! I didn't realize you were not a native speaker. It is possible that ... | |
| lumps under lop ears | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Dana, I recently adopted a rescue bun....he's a 2 year old mini lop and he's developed these ... A: If there is infection but it's too deep for you to see, then you might need to ask the vet about an ... | |
| Causes for elevated eosinophils | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: are you familiar with what could cause elevated levels of eosinophils? I have 3 rabbits, 2 of them ... A: Wow, what a devoted bunny mom! You're the best. On the plus side, whatever you invest in to ... | |
| doe and kits | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: i rescued a pet rabbit it had babies nine of them they are 5wks old this sunday they are healthy and ... A: The babies should have access to mama for eight weeks, during which time she will gradually wean ... | |
| my 9 or ten year old rabbit is in trouble | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: My big girl rabbit has had 2 recent dental surgeries performed on her- the doc removed a broken ... A: I would not be surprised if she has a dental root abscess or other painful dental problem. Though ... | |
| Female won't groom male bunny. | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a male & female bunny that I bonded and they have lived in the same cage for almost two ... A: I hope both bunnies are spayed/neutered, or you'll be in for a surprise. :( As for the grooming, ... | |
| rabbit butt and it bing red | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: i have rabbit that i had for over 2 years i got her from school. i look at her bottom and it was ... A: The redness is due to irritation of having urine and fecal matter sitting on the skin for so long. ... | |
| Is my rabbit in shock?? Please help! | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Last night something tried to get into our rabbit hutch. It is right outside my window so I heard ... A: If he were in shock, he would probably be showing worse signs. But he may be showing something akin ... | |
| "URGENT"SPASMS SUDDEN SEVERE "URGENT" | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: "URGENT" SEVERE SPASMS OR CONVULSIONS STARTED SUDDENLY THIS MORNING. HE BARELY MOVES AND EVERY 15 ... A: There is certainly nothing I can do from here to help! I must ask why this bunny has not already ... | |
| stomach surgery | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: Please forgive the length of this 'question', I know you are busy but felt I needed to give as much ... A: I am so glad your boy is fine! Your vet must be very good at this, and I do know of one vet who ... | |
| bonded rabbits mounting when outdoors | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a pair of bonded (but not from the same litter) neutered male rabbits, both about 4 years ... A: As long as the mounting doesn't trigger a fight, it's no big deal. The mounter probably just feels ... | |
| Rabbit with swollen eye died 24 hours later | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I just lost my 8 years old mini-rex rabbit last Thursday. The night before he died i noticed his ... A: I am very sorry about your loss. The swollen eye could have been due to a retrobulbar abscess ... | |
| Male rabbit missing his mate and lonely. | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I bought a female dutch and male mini lop rabbit last August.The rabbits lived in two separate ... A: Rabbits are very social, and he no doubt misses his beloved mate. There is no reason to separate ... | |
| bun being weird | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: my 3 year old dwarf bun is collecting hay in his mouth, then he just sits there with it. after about ... A: Well, first make sure sure sure he's a boy. This is typical nesting behavior. You might be able to ... | |
| Causes for elevated eosinophils | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: are you familiar with what could cause elevated levels of eosinophils? I have 3 rabbits, 2 of them ... A: Well, this probably won't be news to you, but here's a nice overview of the various causes of ... | |
| Do rabbit's ears pop with elevation changes? | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: Since I live at a higher altitude, when I drive anywhere my ears pop. I was wondering if my bunny's ... A: The rabbit ear is relatively similar in construction to that of any other mammal, so there's no ... | |
| dizzy rabbit, is it the head tilt? | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 1/2 year old male french lop. He's had 2 or 3 abscesses in the past, but he's been back ... A: This does sound like the start of torticollis/head tilt. The combination with urinary tract ... | |
| lumps under lop ears | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: Dana, I recently adopted a rescue bun....he's a 2 year old mini lop and he's developed these ... A: Though the vet saw no sign of infection, such bulges are very typical of a middle ear infection and ... | |
| rabbit deformity question w/picture | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: We have a couple of rabbits making a nest in our yard in MN. One of the bunnies seems to have an ... A: This poor bunny has a papillomatous growth caused by the Shope virus. Fortunately, the location of ... | |
| rabbit urinating | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: My daughter has a very affectionate male rabbit which was spraying everywhere so we had him neutered ... A: This is very unusual for a neutered rabbit. Please ask the vet if two testicles were actually ... | |
| Part hare Or Jack Rabbit.? Lumppp.?.! | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: I Have A Few Concerns Hereee, My Bunny/Rabby Used To Be Like A Light Caramel Tan/ Brown And Now He's ... A: A baby rabbit is usually quite lean, and it's often easy to feel internal organs such as the liver ... | |
| I just need to know: Wild baby cottontails | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 cottontails that are about 21 to about 28 days old. they get fed KRM about 3 to 4 times a ... A: Domestic rabbits cannot live in the wild, but wild rabbits also cannot live in captivity. Once ... | |
| baby bunny | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: there is a little blood in her right ear she does not seem to be using her back legs. she very ... A: It sounds as if the baby is very sick, and must be taken to a vet immediately if he is still alive. ... | |
| rabbit molar spur | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: i have a problem with my rabbit. he is a almost 3 years old Holland lop ear rabbit. he had his first ... A: Molar spurs on the top teeth can be very difficult to file, as they are very close to the cheek and ... | |
| EAR MITE SLIGHT TILT | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE HAD A HARD TIME FINDING A VET TO EXAMINE MY YOUNG HOUSE RABBIT (3 MONTHS). KEEP IN MIND THAT ... A: Please use the list linked here to find a rabbit-savvy vet: www.rabbit.org/vets It will be worth a ... | |
| splay leg bunny | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Hay! this is my question; i have a splayed leg bunnies at home (3 of them, and they all have all 4 ... A: I hope the instructions here will help: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/splayleg.html The braces should not ... | |
| 9 year old femal rabbit and lumps | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: the lumps are soft and not hard. she is thin but has always been smaller than her brother and is ... A: Lesions like this cannot be identified over the internet. They must be seen in person by a ... | |
| feeding rabbits | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I see from the web site that cow's milk should never be given to rabbits. Why is that? My rabbits ... A: Adult rabbits lack the enzymes to properly digest cow's milk, so it can cause gas and pain. If you ... | |
| Lonely rabbit | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I had two rabbits, mix between Rex and dutch, but one of them ran away. My other rabbit looks ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your rabbit. Yes, the first one is very likely grieving the loss of ... | |
| bunny has clear vaginal discharge | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: i have a female rabbit that is of 2 years old and not spayed. Last night, when i was giving my ... A: The clear secretions could be mucous, and not a concern. These could be produced because your bunny ... | |
| Itchy ears, head shake. | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I've been looking all around google for things involving these symptoms, and all I can find is ear ... A: The bump could be a scar, or it could be an abscess, or it could be something else. There's no way ... | |
| Clear up rabbits nostrils | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I don't mean to take up a lot of your time but i was wondering if Vicks vaporub is safe for rabbits ... A: I've never used Vick's for a bunny, though I know a few people who have put a wee spot on the nose. ... | |
| stomach surgery | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Please forgive the length of this 'question', I know you are busy but felt I needed to give as much ... A: > I would like to follow up on your suggestion of an enema and subQ fluids (I certainly would not > ... | |
| stomach surgery | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Please forgive the length of this 'question', I know you are busy but felt I needed to give as much ... A: Questions: 1) I was told by the vet nurse that I was irresponsible for not restricting Ted to a ... | |
| Lost Bunny | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: tonight out lovely bunny Chino decided to break free out of our back yard, he could have been ... A: It's very uncommon for a bunny to willingly leave his territory, and I fear the worst if you don't ... | |
| male neutered bonded rabbits have started fighting | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I have just seperated my 8 month old neutered male rabbits as they have suddenly started fighting. ... A: Yes, the trip to the breeders place could certainly have triggered something here. I'd suggest that ... | |
| leucistic cottontail | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I caught a leucistic cottontail bunny in my yard. I was wondering if it is a first ever? I have been ... A: It's probably not a first, though it's not very common. There's more than one type of mutation that ... | |
| HELP-Introducing 3rd bunny | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I have had pet rabbits since 1993 and consider myself pretty knowledgeable in the bunny area. ... A: I am very sorry about the sad loss of Ebby. I think it's a good idea to try and bond her to the ... | |
| Baby bunnies | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I have five, week and 2day old baby bunnies and they are not getting enough milk from their mother, ... A: Here are instructions for supplemental feeding, if you are sure it's necessary: ... | |
| Urgent question possible med reaction | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 1/2 yr old mini rex house rabbit. He was diagnosis with snuffles at 4-5 months old. He ... A: If he is still itching, ask the vet about a dose of pediatric Benadryl, which will help with ... | |
| All the babies just died, what can I do for the mother? | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: We thought we had bought 2 female bunnies but apparently not. Our bunny just gave birth to 6 babies ... A: I am sorry about this tragedy. The mother's milk will take a few days to dry up, and she will be ... | |
| Coccidiosis | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I am a rabbit breeder and recently upon obtaining a new rabbit almost all of my rabbits have caught ... A: Once coccidial spores are in the environment, it is nearly impossible to get rid of them. All it ... | |
| Found a nest - assume they are bunnies - not sure | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: One of our cats discovered a nest in our garden area. I put the babies back in the nest and covered ... A: A picture would help, but these do sound like cottontails. I hope the cat did not injure them, as ... | |
| Unsure: Diet and Litterbox Questions | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I feed my rabbit forti diet and was wondering i see walmart has manna pro food under the name of i ... A: Marc Forti Diet is fine. Manna Pro is also generally a good brand. Just check the specs, and be ... | |
| Drinking/choking? | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit drinks from her bowl or water bottle, then seems to choke and cough. This happens ... A: No, it's not normal. I think it would be wise to have a rabbit-savvy vet have a look into the mouth ... | |
| Tearing eye etc. ? | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit has a one tearing eye and i trimmed the fur awhile back and i thought it was improving but ... A: Sorry for the delay. I guess I should have kept myself on "vacation" (which is actually code for ... | |
| Bunny Jaw Problem - Urgent | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a serious dilemma that I would like some guidance on. Recently my bunny developed a bump ... A: I cannot see the bunny, so cannot really assess the situation. But this is not a good prognosis, in ... | |
| my bunny: runny nose | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: my bunny is still little. I'm not positive on how old she is but she has some sort of cold or ... A: A runny nose can be serious in a small baby rabbit, and I would strongly urge you to get her to a ... | |
| Our Rabbit | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: We bought a rabbit a couple weeks ago and unfortunatly we did not knw that she was pregnant. We keep ... A: I was out of town with limited internet access, so didn't get this until now. Also please note that ... | |
| Lionhead-uncontrollable biting!!!! | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: she got used to me pretty quick and would lick me a LOT. but in the past few days she's been biting ... A: You don't say how old she is, but if she is reaching puberty, this could be part of the problem. ... | |
| Out of Cage Time | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I appreciate your advise/opinion on what may be causing change in litter box habits. Background: ... A: In my opinion, this is nowhere near enough out-of-cage time. If the larger area is bunny-proofed, ... | |
| Rabbit's diet | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: So she is a mini rex rabbit and is about 2 years old. In the morning she gets a medium sized carrot ... A: That's an awful lot of carrot and not enough fresh greens. For an overview of a good, balanced ... | |
| Itching Ears | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: My buck has lately (for at least a month) been scratching his ears and shaking his head alot. he ... A: Irritation like this can be caused by mites, fleas, bacterial infection (inside the ear or outside ... | |
| Intolerance to antibiotics | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a feral bun who reacted *very* badly to one injection of PenG. He had a bite wound (that ... A: I wouyld not assume that the bout of diarrhea was due to the Pen G. If he was full of pinworms, ... | |
| Rabbit off her dry food | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: i have a flemish/continental cross female house rabbit, she is 16 months old and usually her bubbly ... A: If she is having false pregnancies, it's time for her to be spayed for her health and longevity. ... | |
| Lumps | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that isn't a year old yet. Recently I have noticed two lumps under her nipples (the ... A: It would help if you could send a picture. The location of these lumps make me wonder if they are ... | |
| Deceased 3-week-old HL found with malocclusion | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: I'm in a bit of a dilemma, I went on holiday the 20th April leaving my rabbitry to my cleaner, and ... A: I am sorry about the loss of the babies. If the teeth were severely maloccluded, then it is not ... | |
| rabbit | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit is just over 1 year hes a very active. This morning i have noticed hes not ate much of ... A: Any change of behavior in a rabbit can be cause for concern. Please read: ... | |
| rabbit with fibrosarcoma cancer | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: my precious 9 yr old house bunny Magic had a tumor removed from his shoulder blade 4 months ago. The ... A: This type of cancer is a nasty thing, but--oddly enough--it tends not to be metastatic. This means ... | |
| Rabbit dislocated jaw (URGENT) | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit accidently got kicked in the face by my son 4 days ago. I nursed her overnight but she was ... A: Sorry for the delay. I was out of town and did not have ready access to the internet. Did the vet ... | |
| My rabbit bumped his head | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: hope you are okay. Today my dad was holding Chamomile, and he wriggled so my dad put him down, but ... A: Sorry for the delay. I was out of town with little internet access. I think if he was acting ... | |
| Fat Baby Bunny/Diarrhea | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: I got a 5 week old holland lop rabbit around a week ago from a breeder and when I got her she was ... A: Gaining weight is good, but diarrhea is definitely NOT good, especially in a baby rabbit. It can ... | |
| testicles on the floor | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: WE have 2 pet bucks, litter-mates. They are about 2 1/2 year old. They are molting. Peach's ... A: Your bunnies might have mites causing skin irritation that's affecting the elasticity of the ... | |
| Small lump on stomach | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I noticed today that my rabbit has a small lump on his stomach under his one nipple. It is soft, ... A: If it's moving with the skin, that's better than if it were firmly fixed. But it could be an ... | |
| Recurring GI stasis/gas issues | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a buck who is almost three years old, and for the past year he has had numerous episodes of ... A: Dear Kathy, Chronic GI slowdown/ileus is a big red flag that your bun has some chronic source of ... | |
| Chronic Stasis/Current bout under vet care | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: One of my two bunnies, Mr. Edward Hopper, is currently having gas/stasis, it has been on and off ... A: Chronic GI slowdown/ileus is a big red flag that your bun has some chronic source of pain/stress ... | |
| Vet has been seen; 6 year old Dutch has ileus, won't eat | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help me. I have a 6 year old taupe Dutch rabbit, Booja, that I rescued when he ... A: Has anyone looked at his molars? This is a very common trigger for chronic, unrelenting ileus. ... | |
| amputee rabbit with messy litterbox habits | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a rear leg amputee rabbit. He lives indoors in a 6' by 4'puppy pen with carpet and vinyl ... A: Is the bunny neutered? I'm sure you know that if he's not, this could be contributing to his poor ... | |
| Rabbit's Change in behavior - aggressive | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a male mini lop, Pudding, who is just over 1 year of age and was neutered around 5 months of ... A: Given the circumstances, I think you may be on to something in suspecting that he's being aggressive ... | |
| Rabbit straining to pee | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit has been straining to pee about almost a month ago.Sometimes, he strain nothing comes out. ... A: Your bunny may be suffering from a urinary tract infection, or could have bladder stones (uroliths) ... | |
| baby bunny breathing fast and diahhrea | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: last week my one month year old ( i made the mistake by buying her at a young age) coco would not ... A: It's good that she's eating, but if she is breathing fast and having runny poop, then please see: ... | |
| Urgent - bunny cancer | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: My bunny had a small lump on the bottom of her right hock 3 months ago. It fell off and the vet ... A: Good news and bad news. First the good: Soft tissue sarcomas like this tend not to metastasize ... | |
| Bonding/constant nipping | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have bonded most of our rescues over the years. We still have some singles and I was finally able ... A: I never force a bond if one bunny insists on being nippy. It might be that she's not bondable, but ... | |
| Change in litter habits | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I appreciate your advise/opinion on what may be causing change in litter box habits. Background: ... A: Even though Smokey was spayed, she's still at the age where her "terrible teens" are kicking in. ... | |
| possible heart problems in young rabbit? | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I am a breeder and my nearest "rabbit-savvy" vet is over 70 miles away. I am reluctant to stress ... A: The baby might have some form of congenital abnormality, but whether his heart is involved is ... | |
| breeding rabbits | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: i just got three miniature rex rabbits two females and one male the females had the babies but all ... A: Without knowing the genetic background and environmental factors here, it is impossible for anyone ... | |
| Rabbit choking events | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, Our 8-9 year old Dutch has had several health problems over the years since we adopted her ... A: This really sounds as if she is choking on her food. And if that's the case, antibiotics are not ... | |
| Young Rabbit Lump in Abdomen | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old mini rex female who has so far been very healthy at every vet checkup. I was ... A: Well, this *could* be a kidney. But without palpating it myself, I can't know for sure. If you are ... | |
| Unweaned 4-week-old baby bun | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I am fostering (what I've been told) was probably a 4-week-old baby bunny. The baby was originally ... A: Jody If the baby is doing well and you've been feeding him formula for a week or so, then I would ... | |
| Rabbit choking events | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, Our 8-9 year old Dutch has had several health problems over the years since we adopted her ... A: That video is just awful. Poor bunny! :( We had a bunny with a similar condition, and it did turn ... | |
| Bunnies | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm thirteen years old and am dying to get a holland lop. I don't know if I should get a girl or a ... A: You're very smart to do your homework *before* getting a rabbit. They are wonderful companions, but ... | |
| Head tilt reoccurance | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have been asking you for a few times in the past regarding health issues of my bunny. She is a 10 ... A: Since the cause of the tilt is not known for sure, putting her on Panacur (fenbendazole) ... | |
| soft poop sticking to bottom | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Dana, First of all I would like to thank you for your web site. I own a 11 year old Dutch female ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| Rabbit was fine at night & passed by morning | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: My cat brought home a baby rabbit. I got the cat away from the rabbit as soon as I could. He was ... A: Any time a cat captures a rabbit, even if no injuries are evident, the rabbit *must* be put on ... | |
| bonding bunnys | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2 year old bunny but am thinking of getting a baby bunny. i only have one cage my bunny is ... A: While a bunny may be super nice with other pets and humans, all bets are off when it comes to ... | |
| Young Rabbit Lump in Abdomen | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old mini rex female who has so far been very healthy at every vet checkup. I was ... A: Without feeling this lump, I can't give you a positive I.D. But if you give a few more details, I ... | |
| elder bun help | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Dana, You may remember me from Fritz, the sinus bun, he did not survive. We took him in because his ... A: Dental problems can appear late in life, as a bunny develops osteoporosis. But you didn't mention ... | |
| Exercising my Bun | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have come to the conclusion that my bunny is lazy. How do I get her to exercise and snap out of ... A: A change of scenery might help perk her up. Also, a vet wellness check might help to determine ... | |
| head tilt | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: My bunny has head tilt,she is om meds and has a healthy appetite, she is rolling out of her box i ... A: There's no good way to secure her without causing her distress and possible injury. So the best you ... | |
| rabbit bleeding from bottom | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit seems to be bleeding when she is urinating. she is unspayed and 5 years old. i have never ... A: If she is five years old and not spayed, then the most likely culprit is a uterine hyperplasia or ... | |
| Neutering/Spaying at a young age | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: What is your view on neutering a bunny (male and female) at the age of 2-3 months? I was wondering ... A: Males can be safely neutered as soon as the testicles descend, and there do not appear to be any ... | |
| Veggies high in calcium | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: My 5 year old new zealand was diagnosed with sludge in the urine 3 months ago, he got a ... A: Most experienced rabbit vets (and especially those who are considered experts in this area) no ... | |
| my rabbit's wolf teeth | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit's bottom teeth grow out ofher mouth p toward er nose. Our vet showed us how to clip them. ... A: Your rabbit likely has a congenital (i.e., present from birth) dental malocclusion. It's not likely ... | |
| elder bun help | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Dana, You may remember me from Fritz, the sinus bun, he did not survive. We took him in because his ... A: I am sorry about Fritz's passing. He was lucky to have such a caring "mom." The signs you describe ... | |
| Carafate use for rabbits | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Dana, My rabbit Neala has been battling kidney failure for several months and does not want to eat. ... A: Our vets prescribe carafate at 0.5cc/kg of bunny. But there is a concern that it could interact with ... | |
| bunny sneezing and whimpers | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I Have a question about my bunny, i have noticed her sneezing its not very much, maybe once or ... A: Without hearing/seeing your bunny, it's pretty much impossible for me to tell whether this is a ... | |
| 2nd litter | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: my rabbits gave me a surprise litter almost 5 weeks ago i split them up once i found them but have ... A: She is not likely to kill anyone, as long as she has a stress-free environment and plenty of room to ... | |
| 4 week old Netherlands dwarf | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: i'm guessing her age by doing research, i just got her a week ago i understand she is to young to be ... A: Here is an overview of healthy rabbit diet: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/diet.html With rabbits, it's ... | |
| hair loss | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have two pet bunnies, almost to around a year old. One is white and the other black. The white one ... A: Your bunny is chinning the water bottle to mark it with the scent gland on her chin. But the hair ... | |
| Post operative splayed hind legs | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I am at my wits end. My two female bunnies (2 years old) have both been spayed 3 weeks ago. ... A: It sounds as if your poor bunny suffered bad handling at the vet's office when she was spayed. ... | |
| Growth on Bunny | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: We have a little rabbit, I think a mini-rex, probably around 4 years old. When I went to let him ... A: A growth like this is not normal, and its location suggests that it could be a tooth root abcess. ... | |
| baby rabbit safety | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: my pet rabbit had a litter of bunnies this morning and surprised us!! i had no idea of what to do ... A: I am very sorry for the loss of the baby. They are quite delicate when first born, so it's possible ... | |
| i need help with my rabbit...pleaseee | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: first: my rabbit wont drink any water i tried to give it to him with a syringe adding some sugarless ... A: If your bunny is scratching a lot, he may have parasites that can be treated with ... | |
| bleeding | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: Our 2 year old female rabbit has left a small patch of blood on the carpet approx 1cm wide by 2cm ... A: If she already has been spayed, and no remnant of the uterus was left behind, it is not likely to be ... | |
| Rabbit has no/very small whiskers | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: We recently added a new rabbit to our family. We got this rabbit from a friend. It is a female rex ... A: Rex rabbits have extremely short, wiry whiskers that are hard and coarse. But they are *very* ... | |
| Baby rabbit from accidental incest litter | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: Brother jumped the barrier and impregnated his sister. 6 kits were born one didn't survive, 3 are ... A: It is truly impossible to know whether the babies are exhibiting something related to a recessive ... | |
| New rabbit runny nose | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have had my new 10 week old rabbit for less than 12 hours. He is super stressed by the move and ... A: Clear, wet discharge under the nose under conditions like this would not immediately worry me. But ... | |
| Weight | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a young female dutch rabbit from a well known breeder. She is very sweet, and ... A: It's quite normal for a growing bunny who's very active to be very slim. As long as she's not bony, ... | |
| Why does my doe wee/mark so much?? | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have had my gorgeous doe since november 2010. She is 5 months old and I had her spayed last week. ... A: Alas, your bunny is entering her Terrible Teens. Spayed or not, she will be acting out for a little ... | |
| Lionhead rabbit with head tilt on Baytril | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have been trying to do a lot of research on rabbits with head tilt and the best medications to ... A: I've not heard of kidney toxicity problems from chloramphenicol. The drug is excreted via the ... | |
| Vent disease | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have always been under the assumption that vent disease is caused by a build up in the rabbits ... A: If you are referring to the waxy substance produced by the scent glands on either side of the ... | |
| Rabbit not eating normally | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: Am kind of worryed about my big rabbit she is 2years old. For about 3-4days now she has stoped ... A: If she is still eating her greens, it's probably not a life-threatening emergency. But do ask the ... | |
| EMERGENCY Question: Female Spayed Friday | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: Dana, My vet has "surgery day" on Fridays, not quite sure why that makes any since because Friday ... A: If the incision site is not open, and she is on antibiotics, it might be safe to wait until Monday ... | |
| Vent disease | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have always been under the assumption that vent disease is caused by a build up in the rabbits ... A: The non-specific term "vent disease" is usually used to describe rabbit syphilis, caused by the ... | |
| 4 week old Netherlands dwarf | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: i went to LA last monday and purchased a bunny the was extremely small but it was a impulse buy so i ... A: If the baby has been taken from his mother too soon, the damage has been done. You do not need to ... | |
| baby bunnys and the diets | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have six baby bunnies that had been born at my friends house so there staying there but I baby ... A: I think you know the answer to this one without my telling you. The answer is an emphatic NO if you ... | |
| weight loss and eye problems - been to vet | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a 9 year old rabbit, Stormy, who has lost nearly 1/2 his body weight over the past ... A: Unexplained weight loss can have many different causes, and none of them are very nice. If he has a ... | |
| sounds and middle ear | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: my 4 year old spayed girl was making a gagging noise, a percolating sound and when she runs, a ... A: If your vet did such an incredibly thorough exam as it sounds, I think a nasal culture and ... | |
| follow up question = trouble urinating | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a 7 yr. old, neutered male, that is having trouble urinating. He first had this ... A: If it's easy to express him and he produces urine, then it's probably not too frequent. As long as ... | |
| released calicivirus | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: ) i was just wondering what measures i should take to prevent the calicivirus from getting to my 6 ... A: Protecting them from mosquitoes is the only way to protect them from the virus. I can't believe the ... | |
| illness from rabbits | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: i just a bought a rabbit,i and my girlfriend bought two,when her dad found out we had rabbits he ... A: The term "rabbit fever" is the common term for Tularemia, which is caused by the bacterium ... | |
| Strange, frightening behavior | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old small breed Sallander rabbit, Chubbs, who has exhibited the strangest behavior. ... A: I've been thinking about this one for days, and the only thing I can come up with is that the bunny ... | |
| Multiple pregnancy | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have four pregnant rabbits and i just find out that one or two of them had babies, there is a ... A: There is no easy way to tell which mother had the babies unless you can examine them all and palpate ... | |
| White, glassy eye - cataract? | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a 2 yr old neutered Rex rabbit who has had eye problems for about a year. He ... A: If the veterinary ophthalmologists suspected that your bunny's eye lesion is due to a parasite ... | |
| Can you mix rabbit litters? | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: This happen many years ago when I was a kid. We had some rabbits that we kept up on our hayloft of ... A: You can sometimes put rabbits from one litter into another, but it's wise to somehow mess with ... | |
| Rabbit is sick | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit is about 3 years old. His stomach keeps making gurgling noises. I can't get him to eat or ... A: I am glad you got him to the vet. As my instructions state, when a rabbit is acting the way you ... | |
| Mini Lop Attacks | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a recently rescued male mini lop, who has been attacking my boyfriend's hand whenever he ... A: If you are not sure he's neutered, then he probably is NOT. And this would go a long way towards ... | |
| HELP! bunny tears | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 and a half girl pet rabbit and she's a mixed breed i believe it's called. Today when I ... A: Your bunny may have been slowly developing tooth root problems that have gradually been narrowing ... | |
| dwarf rabbit | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: He keeps lickng his front paws red and tender looking. He also shakes his paws alot. He puts them in ... A: A condition like this should be seen by a veterinarian immediately. He might have mange, but this ... | |
| not eating or drinking | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Dana, Writing to you again on Fritz again, my molar bunny, (possibly impinging on sinus). After ... A: I hope you were able to get Fritz to the vet. The mucus you saw in the stool is a sign of enteritis ... | |
| Doe pregnacy | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: i am a bit concerned about my doe. I mated her with my buck on the 12th of February and still she ... A: If you are concerned about the apparent late birth, then please have her seen by a vet who is ... | |
| Rabbit is sometimes making strange sound when breathing all of a sudden | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: My lionhead rabbit is almost a year old. I thought I heard him sneeze a couple days ago. He sounds ... A: The sooner you can get your bunny to the vet, the better. Conditions like this can worsen ... | |
| My rabbit's nose fell off | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: We have this rabbit for about 2 months now. At first, we decided to keep her inside our house, ... A: I can't see the bunny to know for sure, but it sounds as if she has mange. This requires treatment ... | |
| Rabbit Ear Mites? | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I'd like to ask you another bunny question as your advice has been so good in the past. Again it is ... A: I'm not familiar with "thickening of the gut", so can't help you there. We don't have Canaural in ... | |
| rabbit making loud coughing noises | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I am at my wits end. Charles my big black bunny is having frequent fits of what I would describe as ... A: I think you need to find a very experienced rabbit vet: www.rabbit.org/vets to find the root of ... | |
| not eating or drinking | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: Dana, Writing to you again on Fritz again, my molar bunny, (possibly impinging on sinus). After ... A: If Fritz is mouth-breathing, he needs his nasal passages cleared. Please ask the vet for help ... | |
| Horny Warts? | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I think my rabbit has warts or horny warts he has bumps on ears and body i went to the vet awhile ... A: You need to find a vet who is more experienced with rabbits. You can find one here: ... | |
| Lactulose use when shedding | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: My 4-pound boybun has had repeated bouts of GI shutdown when he's shedding, despite daily brushing ... A: The only problem I know of with regular use of osmotic laxatives is that they can interfere with the ... | |
| Restless, uncomfortable rabbit | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a dwarf rabbit that is about 10 years old. I just noticed today that her behaviour seemed ... A: When something like this happens, refer to this for emergency help: ... | |
| Not urgent - requesting your advise on various health problems with my rabbit | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: First of all I want to thank you for being available to help us with our pets. My dwarf rabbit is 2 ... A: Unless you are sure that your current vet is very experienced with rabbits, I would strongly ... | |
| Ivermectin or selamectin | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: Will you explain what dosage to give a rabbit that weights in at 4lbs and 8lbs? I know I can ... A: We use Revolution (selamectin) pretty much exclusively now. It lasts longer, and is more cost ... | |
| my baby rabbits | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: my baby rabbits are two and a half weeks old. we had to take them away from there mother, because ... A: I hope this article will help you with feeding and weaning the babies: ... | |
| Picking up my rabbit and electric... | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: You have been very helpful in the past and I am hoping you can help me again. I got my rabbit for ... A: A harness should not be anywhere near a rabbit. That's step one. Restraining a rabbit in any way ... | |
| Sudden Death? | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: My 3 year old rabbit died suddenly this morning. I took him in for a necropsy but they said it could ... A: I am very sorry about the tragic death of your friend. As you know, only a necropsy (with ... | |
| Rabbit drinking a lot | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: I saw a answer about excessive drinking and pooping could this also be caused by diabetes and if so ... A: Diabetes can occur in a rabbit, but it is *very* rare. Excessive drinking coupled with copious ... | |
| Binky and then pees | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit (recently adopted, almost 3 mths old already) binky... and then almost immediately pees. ... A: What you describe is not really abnormal. She is just having fun and settling into a routine. But ... | |
| Urgent - using Gravol to help alleviate dizziness in elder bun | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Do you know of anyone who has ever used Gravol (dimenhydrinate) to help relieve dizziness associated ... A: We don't have Gravol here in the U.S., so I cannot comment on its safety or efficacy in rabbits. We ... | |
| bunny with urinary problems | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 9.5 year old rabbit who was straining to urinate yesterday. He would make lots of little ... A: Looks like you lucked out with a good emergency vet! 1. Metacam is safe for rabbits, with the ... | |
| sudden urinary incontinence/no obvious signs ofdiscomfortf | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: My mini rex approximately 4.5 years old has used a litter box and has peed and mostly pooped in his ... A: Your boy is not too old to be neutered, as long as the vet feels he is a good candidate for surgery ... | |
| e. cuniculi | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: My little rabbit was infected by e. cuniculi and has cataracts, I would like to have more ... A: Cataracts can be caused by many things other than E. cuniculi, and the lens lesions caused by this ... | |
| Bunny has been diagnosed with aspergillus | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: She will be 2 in March. She lives with other rescued bunnies . Shestarted having these sneezing / ... A: Aspergillus is rarely a pathogen, except in very immunocompromised individuals. I would wonder ... | |
| 8 yr old bunny drinking lots one day and none the next. | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: i have an 8 year old flemmish giant cross he has started to drink a whole bottle of water one day ... A: Excessive drinking coupled with excessive urination of lots of clear, dilute urine can be a sign of ... | |
| Huge Eater Didn't Want Breakfast.... I'm Worried | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: My three year old holland lop doe, who is normally a very enthusiastic eater and knows her eating ... A: Do not wait to get her to a good vet right away. Please find one here: www.rabbit.org/vets A ... | |
| Tiny Rabbit poops | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Please could you help me, my rabbit has started doing a complete range of rabbit droppings. Some are ... A: First, it is very difficult to assess a rabbit's state of hydration by feel, until the rabbit is ... | |
| I was told not to give water to my rabbit | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: We live in China and our lovely nanny had the idea today, this being the year of the rabbit to give ... A: I am glad this little bunny has ended up in the hands of someone who obviously cares, and is ... | |
| RAbbit's eyes | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: when i got him he was in bad condition. he had urine burn and urine matts on his back end and very ... A: Most bunnies this young don't develop dental problems that cause runny eyes. But if they do, they ... | |
| follow up question re true Rabbit Heimlich | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: your answer to another of 6-15-10 re Mucus pouring from nose described how to do a true emergency ... A: The few times I've had to do this, my hands were firmly supporting both the shoulders and the head, ... | |
| why did my rabbit die | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I just lost a baby rabbit, she was 10 weeks old and is still with her mother. She had diarrhea with ... A: I am very sorry about your loss. This is less common in bunnies who are still nursing. But a 10 ... | |
| Rabbit Giving Birth | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 rabbits in my house i usually put them at my balcony because i am staying in a apartment. ... A: Please read this right away: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html and in case mama does not ... | |
| partail paralasis and severe weight loss in a young rabbit | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: Dr.Dana Krempels, I have a 8 month old mini-rex female rabbit I aquired from the local pet store. ... A: If this were my rabbit, I would certainly be asking about treatment for E. cuniculi. We use Panacur ... | |
| albendazole toxic? | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: Can you suggest to me a body of data including necropsy reports with toxicology results, literature ... A: The data indicating that albendazole is potentially toxic to rabbits (and possibly other mammals) ... | |
| bunny with urinary problems | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 9.5 year old rabbit who was straining to urinate yesterday. He would make lots of little ... A: The signs you describe are consistent with any number of urinary tract problems, from a bladder ... | |
| revolution and E cuniculi | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a rab with e.c. Panacur isn't keeping up with it anymore. I read that revolution can help ... A: I have not (yet) heard of Revolution (selamectin) being effective against E. cuniculi. It is a GABA ... | |
| Bunny having massive sneezing fits with nasal discharge, medication making it worse? Please help! | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I am the proud owner of an approx. 4 yr. old New Zealand white indoor house bunny. She ... A: It might be time to get her to a vet who can look up the nasal passages with an endoscope to see if ... | |
| runny cecals - follow up question | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old spayed female rabbit who has been having several ongoing issues. She has been ... A: Be sure you have a vet who really knows what to look for. Buccal spurs (top arcade) are often hard ... | |
| runny cecals - follow up question | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old spayed female rabbit who has been having several ongoing issues. She has been ... A: Yes, it's still possible that she has molar spurs and is eating normally. Some rabbits tough out ... | |
| Liver Disease in young rabbit | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old bun that was suffering from coccidiosis when I found her 8 months ago. She ... A: Septra would be better than nothing. But how about trying to get Baycox through this vendor: ... | |
| Need help with my bunny | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: i would greatly appreciate it if i could get my question answered a.s.a.p as there are no good vets ... A: It is not normal for a bunny to bleed from the vulva. They do not have menstrual periods. But ... | |
| Found pet rabbit with lump on its neck | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I found a rabbit tonight which looks like it was dumped. She has a lump on her neck. Is this normal ... A: If the lump is under her chin, and is soft and pliable, it may just be her dewlap. This is a cute ... | |
| one week old rabbits | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: one week old rabbits died why? had heat lamp on nest box been very cold in not warm barn. but barm ... A: Dear Lisa, I am sorry about the loss of your babies. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to ... | |
| broken teeth | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: today i observed that my rabbit's upper teeth is half broken.it is in a stage that it cannot eat any ... A: Rabbits are hypsodonts, which means that their teeth grow continually, all their lives. So the good ... | |
| subcutaneous injection problems | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 7.5 yr old rabbit who was always healthy and was diagnosed with a dental abscess in ... A: I wish I could show you how to do this in person. Describing it is very difficult. If the vet is ... | |
| Liver Disease in young rabbit | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old bun that was suffering from coccidiosis when I found her 8 months ago. She ... A: Abnormal liver enzymes can indicate any number of pathologies, from chronic infection to parasites. ... | |
| Early splay leg? | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: My Baby Rabbit is about 6 weeks old. We have an all hardwood apartment and couple nights ago he ... A: He may not have splayleg now, but this condition actually can be *acquired* if a baby rabbit is not ... | |
| Random Questions | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3.5yr old male dwarf lion-head that has been with me over 3 years. He is litter box ... A: You may have to wait until after her spay to have any degree of success with this bonding. He may ... | |
| rabbit started twisting body and screaming | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit had a malignant lump on his heel which we had removed on 6/1/2010. In this time he began ... A: If you are feeling a lump under his liver, it might be his stomach. Or it could be a mass in his ... | |
| sinus bunny again | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I took Fritz to the vet to have his teeth trimmed, they were very long, and he was doing much ... A: It sounds as if something very serious is going on here, such as an abscess or tumor deep in the ... | |
| Splay Leg Splint | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: My rescue group ended up with two litters of babies born 01/07/11 and 01/09/11. The first group is ... A: I've had a few splay leg bunnies since I wrote that page, and I no longer use a cork in most cases. ... | |
| never cut my rabbits nails before | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: please let me know if u have any suggestions for me!! Jenna A: It won't hurt if you avoid cutting the "quick", which is homologous to our fingertips. There is ... | |
| Trouble urinating, have seen three vets | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a 7 yr. old, neutered male, that is having trouble urinating. He first had this ... A: Unfortunately, the sludge may be a lifelong problem for Jack. This is a metabolic disorder, and ... | |
| large jaw lump | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: She hasn't stopped eating and loves her food I realise that it is probably caused by her teeth. Is ... A: If this were my bunny, I would ask the vet about trying a long course of injectable, dual-acting ... | |
| can another course of baycox be given? | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: ...i had the upset of adopting two rescue french lops who were fine and healthy..except one had ... A: We use a slightly different formulation of toltrazuril sulfate, Marquis, to treat coccidia. It's ... | |
| Male Rabbit Urinating after a moving to a new home | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved with my 8 month old Hotot Oswald, who is not neutered, to a new home. This new ... A: The bed smells like YOU, and that means it also smells like his old home. I'm sure he picked it ... | |
| Neutered Rabbit Pee/Poop on Bed | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I saw the question regarding the spayed rabbit peeing on her owner and her owner's bed. I have a ... A: It is *very* difficult to correct a behavior like this. He is marking you (and your bed) as his ... | |
| recovering from gi stasis | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: my bunny eats hay all day long. He eats pellets and bok choy daily and carrots weekly. Timothy hay ... A: You don't say how old your bunny is, nor what breed. But this sounds to me like a possible dental ... | |
| rabbit started twisting body and screaming | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit had a malignant lump on his heel which we had removed on 6/1/2010. In this time he began ... A: I have never heard of violent, screaming seizures in a bunny who has Encephalitozoon cuniculi (a ... | |
| Male Rabbit Urinating after a moving to a new home | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved with my 8 month old Hotot Oswald, who is not neutered, to a new home. This new ... A: You've figured it out without my help. :) Your boy smells the females, and has become the Big Bun ... | |
| runny cecals - follow up question | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old spayed female rabbit who has been having several ongoing issues. She has been ... A: I think it's time for a second opinion from a very experienced rabbit vet. Did you see this vet ... | |
| Rabbit Behaviour | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a bonded pair of rabbits that have been together for 8 years. They are housed indoors in ... A: He is exerting his dominance, and is also probably in love with her. :) You're not really going to ... | |
| Soft Lumps on Rabbits lower Chest | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Over the last 2 days my female rabbit has developed soft lumps around where her nipples are ? She ... A: If she is not spayed, then it could be (1) false pregnancy (though the mammary glands don't usually ... | |
| Baby rabbits dying | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: i have 3 week old baby rabbits, and have lost two in two days from what looks like an illness. what ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html and if the mama is not feeding them, ... | |
| Blood In Urine | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I'm a 15 year-old Mini Rex Rabbit owner. My rabbit has had blood in her urine on and off for about a ... A: Blood in the urine of an unspayed female raises HUGE red flags for uterine cancer. You MUST find a ... | |
| Rex with Tumor - Radiation? | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a male Rex which I rescued about 5 years ago from the local pound. He was probably over a ... A: The only tumor for which I've heard of people using radiation on rabbits is a thymoma (a ... | |
| When can i let my rabbits mate? | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: i have had a small female dwarf rabbit for over a year and i just got her a male 4 year old rabbit i ... A: Please read this, which will tell you all you need to know about breeding your rabbits: ... | |
| My rabbit paw seens to be hurting | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit seems to be folding her paw back as it is hurting, he still moving around but just a ... A: If the bunny is not putting any weight at all on the paw, then it's best to get him to an ... | |
| my new dutch rabbit | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: before I have already sent you a question about pairing and now herbie (polish dwarf bunny, 2 ... A: I doubt Herbie can hurt Hazel if he occasionally gets his foot on her head. She would let him know ... | |
| Rabbit keeps losing balance | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4-year old albino lop-eared rabbit named Lily ( she weighs a bit more than 4lbs), last ... A: The rule of thumb for any risky procedure is: If it won't change the treatment protocol, then don't ... | |
| Bonding a "snuffles" rabbit to healthy bunnies | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: We are a small animal rescue located in Ontario. I have a question regarding the "adoptability" of ... A: If these were my female bunnies, I would go full steam ahead with the blind dates. :) In my ... | |
| so unsure:chronic runny eye and nose | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: Dr. I am back again with some questions for you; Fritz, my dutch has been having a stuffy right ... A: It's not ideal, since rabbits are obligate nasal breathers. You might want to ask the vet whether ... | |
| stringy rabbit poop | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: please can you tell me if it is normal for my rabbit to have hair strung rabbit poop. he is eating ... A: The poops are probably strung together with fur the bunny has ingested during grooming, or possibly ... | |
| rabbit hurt its foot...broken? | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: We recently got a rabbit and it is still getting to know us, when i was handling her the other night ... A: I hope she's been seen by the vet by now. But a good way to gauge the seriousness of an injury like ... | |
| Rabbit with ongoing teeth issue | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a rabbit who has molar spurs. I have to take her to get her teeth trimmed every few months, ... A: I don't have any magic answers for this problem. But you are absolutely right when you say she ... | |
| Bladder Issues | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: We have a spayed lop-eared rabbit who is approximately 6 years old. Her name is Cookie. Since we ... A: There is something odd going on if the bacteria keep coming back after so many different ... | |
| crusty eyes | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: My 3year old male rabbit has a heavy build-up of waxy sleep material on both eyes. How is the best ... A: This can be gently cleaned away with a warm, moist washcloth. Prevention is another matter. It ... | |
| Rabbit ringworm | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: Few days ago, I asked about a question regarding my Netherland dwarf pulling out a chunk of fur from ... A: The darkening of the skin is consistent with new hair growing in. I suspect by now you're seeing a ... | |
| Rabbit runny eyes | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old rabbit and its left eye has been quite watery this past week. Its behaviour ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sneezing.html and www.bio.miami.edu/hare/dental.html This ... | |
| Baby bunny falling backwards when in 2 legs | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a baby toy bunny (she is almost 4 moths now) who suffered some kind of infection around her ... A: It could be a recurrence of the previous problem, or it could just be evidence of damage from the ... | |
| Unknown Reason for Anemia in Rabbit | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: My bun Loki (not quite 4 yrs) is not feeling so good. Over the weekend he had been generally ... A: There are many possible causes for anemia, including (but not limited to) bone marrow problems, ... | |
| cow poop syndrome | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a three-year-old 5-pound lop with cow-poop syndrome (Pooka) and am currently fostering a ... A: In a true Cowpoop Syndrome bunny, osmotic laxatives such as lactulose can help keep the intestinal ... | |
| french lop ears not lopping | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have purchased a 4 month old french lop doe with no pedigree papers but the lady said she is ... A: That breeder was being dishonest with you. Weather has nothing to do with gene expression of this ... | |
| bone cancer / leg amputation / 9 yr rabbit | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: My 9+ rabbit has bone cancer and the tumor is now very large. She has been to 2 highly qualified ... A: The leg is certainly painful this way, so it must come off. And there are worse ways to go than ... | |
| Rabbit mites/fleas | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I'm not sure what my rabbit has and I think its fleas but I've been trying to seaarch online and I ... A: DO NOT bathe your bunny. It will not cure the problem, and it is very dangerous. Please see: ... | |
| Rabbit has a tumor? | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: My rabbit is about 7 and a half years old, and hasn't ever had any health problems. I noticed her ... A: Your bunny needs to be seen by an experienced rabbit vet to have this problem diagnosed so that it ... | |
| bobby bunny's strange head tilt? | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a 7months old bunny named bobby. he was desexed 2 months ago and had stasis for 2 weeks after ... A: Head tilt (torticollis) can have several different origins, including trauma, E. cuniculi, ear ... | |
| Soft Stool | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I'm trying to find some information about my rabbit's condition. Rowan is a 4-yr-old male, neutered, ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| One rabbit ear flopped over, shaking his head, feels warmer than other ear | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have an upright eared rabbit. However, I have occasionally seen him flop one of his ears over so I ... A: Yes, your bunny could well have an ear infection. I would get him to a good rabbit vet for full ... | |
| I was advised to give Sub-Q. Is this necessary when my bun is eating & drinking well? | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Thursday January 14th, my bun was not well. Diag: not eating, closing eyes, meatloaf position, not ... A: I would get a second opinion from a more experienced rabbit vet: www.rabbit.org/vets If the vet is ... | |
| Rabbit's Pellets | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I measured the weight of my rabbit using a weighing scale, and it says there that it is 1/2 ... A: If this is a baby rabbit, offer pellets free choice, unlimited. Once he reaches full size, it's ... | |
| Lethargic rabbit, cannot reach a vet | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 and a half year old mini rex who weighs over 4 pounds. She has been treated for GI ... A: Unfortunately, I was out of town over the weekend (at a vet conference in Orlando) and unexpectedly ... | |
| rabbits breeding | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I've had so many rabbit, but never mated them.. i had two boys and my special one died, the other ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html and find a good rabbit ... | |
| pairing and feeding | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 and a half months bunny and I've been thinking to buy her a friend as I will go to college ... A: Before bringing home another bunny, please read the important articles on bonding here: ... | |
| My spayed female rabbit is litter box trained and just peed on me | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I adopted my pet rabbit, Violet, about 2 months ago. She is spayed, litter box trained, and hops ... A: It may sound strange, but you have received the highest rabbit compliment. Your bunny was marking ... | |
| Persistent scabby nose | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I volunteer at an animal shelter giving the rabbits exercise and socialization. On 10 November, ... A: This does look like a healing syphilis lesion. Was the antibiotic injectable Penicillin-G Procaine? ... | |
| Not eating much of his food and Color change around my rabbits nose | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Dr Dana, My rabbit hasn't been himself today he is only eating a little of his food and wont come ... A: As my instructions clearly state, behavior like this should be considered an emergency, and the ... | |
| rabbit with bumps on ears | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: why does my rabbit have crust/bumps in her ear? she also is a black Netherland dwarf and she has ... A: Please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html to see if the bumps fit the description of any of ... | |
| rabbit not eating | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: my male rabbit is about 8 months and he has stopped eating his pellets he is still eating hes ... A: A sudden change in eating habits like this often signals pain in the mouth. And molar spurs are a ... | |
| my rabbit looks blue | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: he has nothing in his cage that could of coursed it and there has been no change to his diet. is ... A: Have you tried to wash the blue off the fur? If he ate something with blue pigment and then drooled ... | |
| my rabbits feet: thumping | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: nowadays my rabbit is doing many new things.once when we took it up in the night we were amazed ... A: Rabbits thump with their hind feet to signal many different things, and the message being sent by ... | |
| My Rabbit is sick and falling over | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I think my rabbit is sick but it does eat and drink its just his behavior he use to walk around and ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html to get information on how to ... | |
| Possible brain damaged bunnie post op - vets unsure | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: "I have had a rabbit, called Bunnie, for about 2 years. Just before Christmas she was perfectly ... A: It is pretty much impossible to know whether she has suffered brain damage. But I have to wonder ... | |
| One of our two bunny's has sadly died... any advice greatly appreciated | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: On Saturday I found one of our two bunnys laying dead on the floor of their enclosure. He looked ... A: I hope all goes well with the new "blind dates" and that all of your hearts will be healed by ... | |
| not moving and if she does she drags her feet | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: My bunny Mily is a year & a half. She's a normal bunny no especific or fancy breed but I love her ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html If she is not eating and has an ... | |
| One of our two bunny's has sadly died... any advice greatly appreciated | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: On Saturday I found one of our two bunnys laying dead on the floor of their enclosure. He looked ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Food: Healthy Bunny Diet for a Picky Eater | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have tried many different rabbit foods, and it seems that my rabbit is very picky, she will not ... A: Picky eating habits can sometimes mean dental problems, so be sure to have her checked by a very ... | |
| so unsure:chronic runny eye and nose | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: Dr. I am back again with some questions for you; Fritz, my dutch has been having a stuffy right ... A: Take heart in knowing that there are LOTS of rabbits who live with chronic runny/stuffy nose. I ... | |
| Sudden swollen tubes either side vagina | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: My Rabbit has developed pronounced swollen tubes either side of her vagina. That is between her back ... A: As soon as the testicles descend, they will start to make sperm. While it may not be as likely for ... | |
| Dragging hind legs | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 week old Netherland Dwarf bunny - Cotton. I got him when he was 6 weeks old from a ... A: There are several different possible reasons for a rabbit to lose the use of his hind legs, and some ... | |
| Rabbit behavior and sneezing problem | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have two quick questions. My 6 month old female Netherland dwarf was spayed 2 weeks ago. However, ... A: Was your girl exhibiting nesting behavior? The hormones are still not completely out of her system, ... | |
| Paralysis in the hind quarters | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: A kit 4 weeks old has suddenly developed partial paralysis in the hind quarters. The local vet is ... A: This sounds as if it could be a broken back or pelvis. :( The type of stabilization will depend on ... | |
| Paralysis in the hind quarters | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: A kit 4 weeks old has suddenly developed partial paralysis in the hind quarters. The local vet is ... A: FOLLOWUP: Dear Christopher, Rabbits are prey animals, and have evolved an amazing ability to hide ... | |
| Using Ponazuril | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: Krempels, I would first like to thank you for all your research with Ponazuril. I know it has ... A: For coccidiosis, we usually treat for 5-7 days, doing fecal flotation tests every day to see the ... | |
| so unsure:chronic runny eye and nose | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: Dr. I am back again with some questions for you; Fritz, my dutch has been having a stuffy right ... A: A chronically blocked maxillary sinus can have this type of manifestation, and the only way to fix ... | |
| Sudden swollen tubes either side vagina | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: My Rabbit has developed pronounced swollen tubes either side of her vagina. That is between her back ... A: I have some...interesting and possibly bad news for you. Your bunny is a male. Those swollen ... | |
| Keeping them together | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I wanted to ask is there any way to neuter and spay rabbits? I have two rabbits and i don't want ... A: I have no idea what type of injection your vet is talking about to sterilize your rabbit, but I ... | |
| bunny vomit | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: my bunny was inside last night because of mozys and when i got up this morning there was this weird ... A: Actually, it sounds just like pee. Rabbit urine can be quite thick and range in color from yellow ... | |
| Rabbit has a strange sore? | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: this question is a bit odd. I rescue alot of rabbits directly from abusive situations. I've ... A: In answer to your questions: > What could be wrong with him, It sounds as if he injured his ... | |
| Zithromax to treat head tilt. Safe? | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: Patient: Chloe Species: Rabbit Age: 14 years Symptoms: She can not walk a straight line, only ... A: "would it be better to give half the dose of pen g daily instead of the full dose every other day?" ... | |
| peter our rabbit angora/ lapine | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: i got peter from rspca. negeted half shaved. under feed he eats like a horse now. my question is his ... A: If your bunny is an angora, he may need a fur trim to keep his eyes clear of fur, and to prevent ... | |
| Recovery from sludge in the urine | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: We live in San Diego CA, My 4 years old new Zealand was diagnosed with sludge in the urine last ... A: The first thing to make sure about is that your bunny is actually making urine. I'm confused about ... | |
| loud noises from bunny, suspected gas | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: Since you helped save my bunny Vijfje a few years ago when he was suffering from an enormous bladder ... A: If your bunny has gas, then there is a reason for this. And the most common reason for a relatively ... | |
| Persistent scabby nose | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I volunteer at an animal shelter giving the rabbits exercise and socialization. On 10 November, ... A: Without seeing the bunny, it's hard for me to guess. (If you can send a picture, I'll be better ... | |
| post-mortem diagnosis for cause of cecal impaction? | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I just lost my first pet rabbit. He was the softest, cutest and disapproving-est little bunny you ... A: I am very sorry for the loss of your treasured friend. How very sad for this relatively unusual ... | |
| Infection or Liver Problem? | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: Before Xmas I took my rabbit, Jasper a standard size rex to the vets. His tail was wet and I ... A: A chronic infection can cause liver problems, so I agree with the vet to stay on the antibiotics, ... | |
| peter our rabbit angora/ lapine | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: i got peter from rspca. negeted half shaved. under feed he eats like a horse now. my question is his ... A: He doesn't need to be treated any differently than your other rabbit unless he starts to show clear ... | |
| brother/sister mating | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: what happen if a brother and sister rabbit mate together A: Well, for one thing, they could produce babies. And that's not a great thing for all the reasons ... | |
| Moraxella catarrhalis | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have bronchitis and had a sputum specimen done, and it came back positive for Moraxella ... A: Almost all humans are exposed to this common, usually harmless, bacterium at an early age. As we ... | |
| Strange Rabbit Noises - worried please help | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a one year old rabbit called Ernie and he is incredibly social and playful, although he hates ... A: I think in Jacob's case, he might have been making little vocalizations that were louder perhaps ... | |
| Ear Scratching | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: Krempels I have an appointment with my Vet in a matter of hours but I wanted to ask a question and ... A: Holland Lops are prone to dental problems, and picky eating habits can be the first sign. She might ... | |
| EMERGENCY: Amoxycillin poisoning! Was: Worrisome behavior after neutering | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an almost 5 month old Holland Lop little boy who I got neutered this past Tuesday, 12/28. ... A: Okay, you have an emergency if you have given your rabbit ANY amoxycillin. This antibiotic is ... | |
| Rabbit's Eyes | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: You've given me great advice about my pet rabbits in the past- hoping you can help me again! My 6.5 ... A: Runny eyes caused by dental problems are *especially* common in dwarf rabbits. Blocked tear ducts ... | |
| rabbit not standing up | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 months old Netherland dwarf cross that seems to have lost strength in its hind legs and ... A: There are many possible reasons for this, but in a 6 month baby, the first that comes to mind is ... | |
| sick rabbits | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: we have some young 6 mo old rabbits that have been losing their hair on their torso and some that ... A: Without seeing and examining these bunnies, I cannot guess the cause of their death. This is a job ... | |
| Death of my bunny. | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: A month ago, upon a wellness check, I discovered my 3-1/2 year old rabbit had misaligned molar roots ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your treasured friend. Without knowing the whole story and ... | |
| Zithromax to treat head tilt. Safe? | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Patient: Chloe Species: Rabbit Age: 14 years Symptoms: She can not walk a straight line, only ... A: Yes, the tilt could be related to her molar and eye problems. And that means that the infection ... | |
| bunny incontinence | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a one year old enlgish lop buck who is being treated for a bladder infection and sludge. the ... A: Is he on any type of anti-inflammatory medication (e.g., metacam)? Inflammation of his bladder ... | |
| Inguinal canals? Nope. Scent pockets. | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit is 4 and i got very worried that he had to cuts either side of his bits, turns out he ... A: What you have found are your bunny's scent gland pockets. They're probably not filled with poop, ... | |
| old rabbit's health | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: my rabbit is 7 years old and has always had problems with soft poo. he regulally has pro biotics, i ... A: You definitely need a new vet if (1) he thinks a seven year old rabbit is old and (2) occasional ... | |
| Mi conejo orina sangre + Diarrea | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Querida Dana, Ante todo un millon de gracias por el tiempo que compartes ayudando a los demás. A ... A: Estimada Maria, Suena como si su conejito pueda tener un problema severo de la zona urinaria tal ... | |
| peter our rabbit angora/ lapine | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: i got peter from rspca. negeted half shaved. under feed he eats like a horse now. my question is his ... A: If you mean he appears to be "scanning" from side to side, this could just be a congenital thing. ... | |
| Rabbits with possible snuffles | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: We have 4 rabbits that are my daughter's FFA project. Recently they have started sneezing and sound ... A: Without knowing what the problem is, you can't really guess at which antibiotic will work. Upper ... | |
| Insect bites on rabbits. | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 month old rabbits and recently discovered that 2 of the 7 rabbits have red like swallon ... A: These do not sound like insect bites. They sound more like myxomatosis, a deadly viral disease now ... | |
| anesthesia | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: can i produce general anesthesia for rabbit by ketamin and diazepam. with regard A: I would not recommend this. Diazepam is only a sedative, and ketamine is not an anesthetic, but a ... | |
| Mushy cecotrope stool solution difficulty | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: One of my buns has a problem with unformed mushy and sometimes runny cecotropes which I find in the ... A: Without knowing your bunny personally, it's very difficult for me to guess whether her problem is ... | |
| Worrisome behavior after neutering | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have an almost 5 month old Holland Lop little boy who I got neutered this past Tuesday, 12/28. ... A: Wow. I'm surprised that the vet kept him under anesthesia for two hours rather than just ablating ... | |
| episodes of "vomit?" /mucous-y,bubbly discharge from mouth & nose | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: Krempels. I've followed you for years -- you're great! My appx. 5-yr-old dwarf Himmy, Emma, has ... A: Poor bunny! I wish I could actually see what happens when she has these episodes...not that I want ... | |
| anti inflammatory drug | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: Our rabbit injured her leg. The vet said to give her an anti inflammatory drug but he is not an ... A: We use both metacam (meloxicam) and Banamine (the latter is better for soft tissue pain; it does not ... | |
| Rabbit kept outside | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: While visiting relatives I came upon a domestic rabbit being kept outside in a cage. This got me ... A: I have heard this over and over again, and it truly is as ridiculous as it sounds. If that poor ... | |
| Rabbit bleeding | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: My female rabbit is nearly 3 and has been spayed for 3 years. Last night we noticed some blood in ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and find a rabbit-savvy vet here: ... | |
| My bunny is in labor | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: To be honest me and my family know absolutely nothing about giving birth to baby bunnies. We just ... A: Please go here for emergency instructions: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html In a case ... | |
| Rabbit Peeing clear after being neutered! | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: Today I had my two Holland Lop bunnies neutered and they are doing fine but i am concerned because ... A: I would wait another day or two, and if this continues, please contact the vet. Very clear, copious ... | |
| Male Rabbit Becoming aggressive | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that has recently showed very agressive behavior. he is about seven years old and we ... A: Your bunny appears to be exhibiting what's called "cage aggression". It's not really aggression so ... | |
| Bloat? | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a local rabbit breeder that has had lost several rabbits old and young to some type of GI ... A: What you describe is not bloat. If these rabbits were suffering true bloat, they would have hard ... | |
| Dutch hind leg problems | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, Giggles our ~8 year old dutch has developed a problem with her hind left leg. While she ... A: This is really odd, but if the only change has been the Panacur, then I would as the vet to try ... | |
| Mushy cecotrope stool solution difficulty | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: One of my buns has a problem with unformed mushy and sometimes runny cecotropes which I find in the ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| Wooden box for airline travel | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm having a plywood travel box made for my bunny to relocate him by air. I would like to know if a ... A: I would suggest that you instead try to purchase a travel kennel, even if you have to get one ... | |
| 4 year old Rabbit with Corneal Ulcer. What to do? | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: In September, I noticed my rabbit having an irritated eye. We treated him Polysporin drops ... A: Chucki might have been scratching at his eye to soothe the irritation of the eye, and maybe didn't ... | |
| A few questions re: diet of rabbits | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: Greetings! I spoke with a vet today, inquiring about altering our rabbits. She said to make sure ... A: At eleven weeks, the babies are still a bit young to be altered, especially if female. Males can be ... | |
| Rabbit Tumor? | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a five year old rabbit, and for the last two or three weeks I have noticed that one of her ... A: If this is mammary cancer, then the sooner it is removed and she is spayed, the better. DO NOT keep ... | |
| bunny has maggots | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: so our bunny seems to have maggots? they are white/yellow and have burrowed in her skin under her ... A: Get your bunny to a rabbit vet IMMEDIATELY: www.rabbit.org/vets This is a life-threatening ... | |
| Urgent: Rabbit unable to sit on hind end | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I am a rabbit owner of over 15 years and I have a male rabbit that was rescued 5 years ago that I ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/paresis.html and especially the linked ... | |
| 10 mth old Flemish Reluctance to walk | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I'm torn as to what to do or try with my 10 month old Flemish. Let me give you a little history ... A: Angie I don't think I'd start any supplements or treatment without knowing what's going on. ... | |
| Jumping funny | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I just got a rabbit, I have learnt a lot before hand but am still unsure on some things. Is there ... A: Young, happy, healthy bunnies will often do what we sometimes call a "binky". This is a jump or ... | |
| Took Rabbit to Vet, died later | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I had a lionhead rabbit of about 2 1/2 years. Today I noticed him acting lethargic and not eating or ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your friend. If this vet was not familiar with rabbits and their ... | |
| Bunny acting strange - something in mouth Part 2 | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: Just one more question about Cuddles. (that's her name because that's all she does) You mentioned ... A: Whether this can be seen with radiograph or on visual examination depends on the type of abscess, ... | |
| Lionhead Rabbits | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: Dana Research, I'm getting a Lionhead rabbit but I want to do all the research before. My question ... A: The breed is less important than the personality. If these are babies, then you might not know the ... | |
| Baby rabbits age ?? Vaccinations? | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I just got a rabbit, I have learnt a lot before hand but am still unsure on some things. Is there ... A: The best person to judge the bunny's age is an experienced vet who can see him in person. I might ... | |
| coccidiosis (Intestinal) | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: My Flemish giant litter became very sick at about 10/11 weeks. Four of five did not survive. I did ... A: Our vets prescribe treatment with toltrazuril sulfate/ponazuril (Baycox) at 20mg/kg for starters, ... | |
| dwarf bunny not eating or pooping | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: i have a year old male orange dwarf bunny that recently has not eaten, not urining, and not having ... A: You must not wait even one more day to get your bunny to the vet. When a rabbit acts like this, it ... | |
| sebaceous adenitis | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit, Elvis, has been diagnosed with SA via skin biopsy, and we are now giving her medication ... A: It is often very difficult to visualize mites, even if they are present. If this were my rabbit, I ... | |
| Leib and Sarah | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a question to ask you, but a lot of background is necessary. Just to let you know right ... A: Raymond I am so happy to hear about little Sarah. It seems that needy rabbits know they need to ... | |
| sebacious adenitis | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit, Elvis, has been diagnosed with SA via skin biopsy, and we are now giving her medication ... A: SA is showing up more often in rabbits, and I hope the medication keeps her well. But since she is ... | |
| Rabbit litter | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I'm from India. Rabbit litter is not commonly available here so I would like to get your opinion on ... A: Of the three listed here, I think this is the only one I would use: ... | |
| Eye Trouble and Fur Mite treatment | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: It has been very hard to find a good rabbit vet.I hope with your help and my newest vet we can cure ... A: Wow. Poor little Jack has really been through the wringer. :( He sounds like a genetic mess, but ... | |
| Lionhead Rabbits | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Dana Research, I'm getting a Lionhead rabbit but I want to do all the research before. My question ... A: The answer to the bath question is: NO. Never, ever bathe a rabbit. They are fastidiously clean ... | |
| URGENT HRS sick bunny already been to vets | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: The rabbit has been to the vet 3 times already and then another vet for a second opinion with still ... A: I am so sorry. Sometimes even the most heroic measures will not save a bunny who has something very ... | |
| Bunny acting strange - something in mouth | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5+ year old female bunny. She was abandoned and we took her in. Not knowing anything about ... A: "What should I expect the vet to do first - will he do a visual of the teeth or will he take an ... | |
| bonding | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: We have a 1 year old neutered buck and we thought it was time to get him a companion so we got a 10 ... A: Well, now that they're in, don't worry about them. Just keep an eye on those staples for any sign ... | |
| bonding | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: We have a 1 year old neutered buck and we thought it was time to get him a companion so we got a 10 ... A: Well, don't be mad at your bunny boy. It is very common for this to happen, and it's the main ... | |
| babies just born | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: i need help....we got a bunny for xmas for kids and it had babies ast night. 2 are dead mom was on ... A: Welcome to the not-so-wonderful world of pet shop bunnies. :( You do have a situation on your ... | |
| Access to branches and sticks - is it bad for the teeth? | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: My rabbits often get various branches from the trees in the garden that I bring in. But I just read ... A: Perhaps the authors meant by "wood" the type of material from which chairs and baseboards are made, ... | |
| Bunny behavior: aggression or play? | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: We had a family dinner tonight, as it is Christmas Eve, and after dinner we let our pet bunny hop ... A: You are correct, and your mother and aunt need a course in Bunny Behavior and Psyche 101. Rabbits ... | |
| Rabbit Visitor | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: A strange rabbit sits outside my house for six hours a day. It appears well fed. It will not move ... A: He is likely a chinchilla-colored bunny who desperately needs help. They don't climb trees, but ... | |
| Access to branches and sticks - is it bad for the teeth? | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: My rabbits often get various branches from the trees in the garden that I bring in. But I just read ... A: I have never heard that chewing branches is harmful to the incisors. That's a new one on me! In ... | |
| Rabbit with abscess | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a young netherland dwarf that had issues with an infection behind her eye causing her to have ... A: In the days before injectable bicillin, my vet did use a dextrose wet packing in a situation like ... | |
| Rabbits with frozen feet | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm the rabbit volunteer at my local shelter. We took in 2 rabbits that were housed in outside ... A: Wow, poor bunnies. But LUCKY bunnies! Has a vet been able to examine the feet yet? This could be ... | |
| Bunny breathing fast | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I have already asked you a question before and it really helped but i have something else going ... A: Read this right away: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and get your bunny to a vet as soon as ... | |
| Rabbit Visitor | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: A strange rabbit sits outside my house for six hours a day. It appears well fed. It will not move ... A: Your visitor is very likely a rabbit who has been dumped by his previous owner. This happens all ... | |
| Bunny Bath | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: Can you give a bunny a bath because mine is dirty A: You should never bathe a rabbit. It is stressful enough to cause serious illness or death, in some ... | |
| Lionhead Rabbit matting | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I was given a rescue rabbit for my 15th birthday. He is a lionhead rabbit and thus has that ... A: Congratulations on your new pal! What a lucky bunny. This is a tough job, and it's possible that ... | |
| Bunny acting strange - something in mouth | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5+ year old female bunny. She was abandoned and we took her in. Not knowing anything about ... A: Some bunnies can go for months with these spurs without showing much sign of trouble. That's why ... | |
| bonding | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a 1 year old neutered buck and we thought it was time to get him a companion so we got a 10 ... A: Bondings can be very tricky. And despite what many people will say about putting them in a tub or ... | |
| How Did My Rabbit Die? | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a question to ask you, but a lot of background is necessary. Just to let you know right ... A: Your description of dear Lieb got me all choked up. Yes, I know very well how horrible it is to ... | |
| Calming remedies for rabbits | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have been struggling for 6 months now to bond my two males. I have tried everything possible and ... A: Boy, good luck with this. I have to tell you honestly that sometimes it simply is not possible to ... | |
| Pasteurella | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Please feel free to edit this for length or content as to help as many others as possible without my ... A: Wow. Your bunnies are so lucky to have such a caring, wonderful "dad." It's awful to hear how ... | |
| Can my rabbit eat the diamond grass... | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Can my 1 month Angora and Lionhead eat the diamond grass in my yard... A: Common names can be misleading. What is called "Diamond Grass" in Malaysia might not be the same as ... | |
| Strange rabbit ritual | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: This happened around 1978 'esh. I was living in a cabin in the mountains of Oregon. No real roads, ... A: That must have been a very interesting sight! I'm not sure what species you saw, but it likely was ... | |
| splay-legged baby rabbit | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a wk old female rabbit whose back legs are pointing outward, she's moving around well and ... A: There is certainly no reason to euthanize her. She is perfectly happy despite her disability, and ... | |
| Bunny acting strange - something in mouth | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5+ year old female bunny. She was abandoned and we took her in. Not knowing anything about ... A: What you describe are classic signs of molar spurs, and pretty bad ones if they are causing gagging. ... | |
| my bunny: large, oozing bump on chin | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: i have had my rabbit for about 4 years and she just recently got this huge bubble under her chin , ... A: Without seeing it, I cannot know for sure. It could still be an abscess, or it might even be the ... | |
| How Did My Rabbit Die? | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a question to ask you, but a lot of background is necessary. Just to let you know right ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your dear friend, Lieb. The "twisted intestines" thing doesn't ... | |
| urgent; spotted little lite shades of blood in cage | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: today I was cleaning out my rabbits cage to notice that there was a little bit of blood every here ... A: If your bunny is not spayed, then it is imperative you get her to a good rabbit vet right away: ... | |
| no slobbers | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: Dana, it's the sinus bunny again with a new question; One thing I noticed as of last night, should ... A: I can't imagine a connection between the lack of slobbers and the onset of the wheezing. It might ... | |
| Dogs can indeed get sick from eating rabbit poop | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: You need to view this and comment. Your previous statements to pet owners about disease transmitted ... A: I appreciate your sending the video, and it is interesting. It has been a really long time since ... | |
| rabbit chewing carpet | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: how do you make your rabbit stop chewing on the carpet A: First: Is your bunny spayed/neutered? An intact bunny will be much more likely to be destructive ... | |
| Myxomatosis scare | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: We have had our much loved rabbit for about 2 yrs. For the last five days he just hasnt been ... A: If you see any sign of swelling around his face, then you are probably right: this could be ... | |
| tomato leaves for rabbits? | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: i have a short rabbit question to ask you. today i bought some cherry tomatoes for myself. I would ... A: The tomato fruit is actually the only part that is safe for bunnies. Mine love them. But tomatoes ... | |
| URGENT HRS sick bunny already been to vets | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: The rabbit has been to the vet 3 times already and then another vet for a second opinion with still ... A: Well, he's on all the good gut meds. (just fyi, sucralfate isn't for motility; it's to serve as a ... | |
| Bunny Food: Baby vs. Adult | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: Can bunies die if you give them food they didn't have as babies,(I've heard this a lot from people) ... A: No, this is a myth. What is true is that wild rabbits will often not eat a type of food that their ... | |
| URGENT HRS sick bunny already been to vets | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: The rabbit has been to the vet 3 times already and then another vet for a second opinion with still ... A: A little more detail will help me help you figure this out. 1. What antibiotic(s) is he on? 2. ... | |
| molar root? | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: My dutch rabbit has seen the vet for bi-monthly trimmings, had one abscess surgery, now he is on ... A: Well, if he's really wheezing badly, you might ask the vet about having endoscopy done to see if ... | |
| bumps on my rabbits neck | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is only 6 months old but i have noticed he has a two bumps on his neck, one on both sides. ... A: This information isn't much to go on, and without seeing him I cannot diagnose what it might be. It ... | |
| red eye lids in hare | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: We have an 8 pound, 2 year old hare. She suddenly came up with pink eye lids surrounding her right ... A: Sounds as if she suffered some sort of injury to her eyelid (maybe an insect bite or sting?) or ... | |
| weak hind leg | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: My Holland Lop Peter, age 1 1/2, has a weak hind leg these past 3 days. I read your answers and ... A: I think it's a good idea to try the metacam if there's a chance this is from trauma. And it's ... | |
| rabbit will not eat | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit started having eye discharge so we took her to the vet. he gave her some ointment that ... A: If your bunny has pus discharge from her eye and is not eating, she may have a molar root abscess. ... | |
| Litter Box Digging | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is 6 months old and already spayed. She just started digging in her litterbox and dragging ... A: Although she is spayed, she is still very young. The lack of hormones still won't completely get ... | |
| molar root? | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: My dutch rabbit has seen the vet for bi-monthly trimmings, had one abscess surgery, now he is on ... A: The good news is that your other rabbits are not at high risk of catching this. They've already ... | |
| spondylosis in rabbit? | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: My 8 year old netherland dwarf female has been very gradually losing her balance and mobility in her ... A: We have a big bunny with spondylosis who has similar signs to your bunny's. But the further ... | |
| rabbit acting abnormal: hormone rages? | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: Dana, This is a new one on me. I have a male and female rabbit who are both "fixed." They cant be ... A: This is odd. It almost *does* sound as if she is having a false pregnancy. In rare cases, I know ... | |
| Large Flaky Layered growth Above Tail | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: Our rabbit has developed a large (1 inch diameter x 1 inch tall) flaky mass above his tail at the ... A: This could be mites, as this is the most common location where they abide where the rabbit cannot ... | |
| Aggressive Harlequin | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I bought my second Harlequin rabbit at a rabbit show about three months ago. When I first got Leroy ... A: You're not doing anything wrong. Leroy just has a very different personality from Tony. He's a bit ... | |
| Bunny with no feet: suddenly not using the litter box | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a male 1/2 lion head, 1/2 lop bunny. He's less then a year. He is kept indoors. He was ... A: A bunny with no feet could have unusual problems with his joints, since his gait will be abnormal, ... | |
| Rabbit falling over on to his back | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a lop eared rabbit called dave (I believe he is a french lop). He's about 4 years old. He ... A: Large bunnies like French Lops and others can be prone to back problems such as arthritis and other ... | |
| Please help me: bathed baby rabbit is panting and stressed | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is just a small baby bunny. I am not sure how old she is , but she is small. She is ... A: You're right: giving any rabbit a bath is a bad idea, and especially a very small baby. But what's ... | |
| Diminished appetite | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know wether I should start force feeding my rabbit.I have a spayed 5 year old ... A: Oral chloramphenicol is known to cause tummy upset, so this could be the reason she's a bit off her ... | |
| Two months of mushy poop can't get it stopped. | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Kremples, My rabbit Ms. C, a Netherland Dwarf, has never had normal poo since she became my ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| White spot on the skin | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: My 8 year old bun has a tiny white spot on his skin around his chin area. It looks like a white-head ... A: I would have this checked by a vet, mainly because of its location. Rabbits can develop jaw ... | |
| serious sounding noises: bunny is gagging | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: my spayed 3.5 yr old bunny has been doing something weird things. She has been with us for 1.5 yrs. ... A: This *really* sounds like something in her mouth, such as molar spurs, causing a problem. I know of ... | |
| pesticide | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I are expecting to get a pet rabbit on january 17 when he turns 8 weeks. He will be ... A: Ask the pest exterminator to use an environmentally safe/pet safe pesticide. Ask about active ... | |
| dutch hind leg problems | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, Giggles our ~8 year old dutch has developed a problem with her hind left leg. While she ... A: I've never seen a bunny drool from either of those meds. But note that this could be a different ... | |
| Rabbit with a Water Phobia? Not drinking. | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to start off by saying thank you in advance for taking the time to answer my question. It ... A: Many rabbits don't drink much water. Check her urine. If it is very dark and concentrated, she may ... | |
| Aggressive Mother | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: My Bunny is bieng agressive towards her babies she has never done that before she grunts at them and ... A: How old are the babies? If they are about 8 weeks of age, she may be wanting them to stop weaning ... | |
| Corn in rabbit food | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have had lots of people ask me about feeding rabbits corn. I fed rabbits corn and alfalfa and ... A: The hull of a corn kernel is composed of very tough polysaccharides (cellulose, hemicelluloses A, B, ... | |
| orphaned baby hares | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: We are in isolated Australia, we disturbed a nest in hay bales that began to smolder, the mother ... A: You can find the instructions for what we used to feed our baby hares here: ... | |
| Rabbit wet chin | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6yr old Dwarf Lop Rabbit who currently has a very wet chin, is grinding his teeth & is ... A: Drooling/wet chin are classic signs of dental problems. Prime suspects, as you already know, are ... | |
| determining sex | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: At what age is it possible to determine the sex of my rabbits? A: A very experienced person with good eyesight can sex a bunny as early as 4-6 weeks. But unless you ... | |
| fleas | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I'm hoping you can help my house rabbits who have a case of fleas. I have 4 house rabbits ... A: 1. NO FRONTLINE!!!! This product is deadly to rabbits and must NEVER be used on them!!! 2. ... | |
| dutch hind leg problems | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, Giggles our ~8 year old dutch has developed a problem with her hind left leg. While she ... A: The combination of previous head tilt and current hind limb weakness/paresis raises a red flag that ... | |
| Rabbit tail wet and stinks of urine | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has always had noisy breathing, so I didn't become concerned about her until recently I ... A: Please get your bunny to a good rabbit vet immediately: www.rabbit.org/vets She may have a urinary ... | |
| Rabbits - Sludge - URGENT - is it really a death sentence? | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I know - it is a long shot to ask you now - since I have only a few hours left to decide what to do. ... A: Short answer: NO, this is not a death sentence. I'm sending this immediately so you won't make an ... | |
| my bunny: large, oozing bump on chin | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: i have had my rabbit for about 4 years and she just recently got this huge bubble under her chin , ... A: This is an abscess, and it needs to be drained and flushed by the vet. You can try to express some ... | |
| seven baby rabbits that had not evens had for 4 days died | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: hi my name santi would like to know why my baby rabbits al died an the last two of my rabbits died i ... A: You have not given me very much information, so please tell me the following: 1. Were these ... | |
| Cold Weather Exercise | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I live in Essex in England and we have been experiencing one of the coldest winters i have known in ... A: I'm probably not the best person to answer this, since I think the bunnies would be safest indoors ... | |
| Rabbit help | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: i have a mini lop male rabbit in a fairly large cage in the house, im worried that he is lonely and ... A: Rabbits do thrive with the companionship of others. But until your bunny is neutered, it could be ... | |
| chronic diarrhea in adult rabbit | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I am a member of the yahoo group eThump. One of our members has a bunny named Norman. Poor Norman ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| Don't know much about bunnies... | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: My 5 year old daughter and i just got a bunny thats a floppy ear and im not quite sure his age but ... A: Bunny was just being a bit defensive. Most rabbits don't like to be held and carried, so if he ... | |
| Our Rabbit | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: We have a Flemish Giant rabbit that we adopted from a rescue. When we brought him to the vet's for a ... A: I would use Revolution, too, as it lasts longer than ivermectin (and is topically appliedO). But ... | |
| mammary cancer | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: . I recently(last monday)brought my rabbit(female-about 6 years old and unspayed) to catnip and ... A: I'm glad you have a good vet who knew exactly what to do. And yes, the prognosis is certainly ... | |
| Eye boogers. | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an adult Flemish Giant Rabbit that seems to have eye boogers but one eye is starting to miss ... A: This is a relatively common problem, and it usually indicates a blockage of the tear ducts. This ... | |
| I don't know if my new baby is sick or docile? | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I just bought my sons 3 baby dwarf rabbits 4 days ago, 2 of them are lively and adventurous.. Mario ... A: It is not normal for a baby rabbit to have a messy bottom, and diarrhea can quickly become fatal for ... | |
| help with baby rabbit, already visited vet. | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is 6 weeks old. Over the last week I noticed he was playing less and less and I didn't ... A: If he is not producing poop normally, please also see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/ileus.html If he's ... | |
| bunny strictly living outdoors and it is suppose to freeze this week | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit who is kept strictly outside in a 10 x 10 foot cage. He has 2 dog "houses" and a ... A: To be on the safe side, I would bring bun indoors during the cold weather. We're down in Miami, and ... | |
| Advice needed ASAP for ileus treatment/recovery | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I'm writing to you about my poor little Mina again. She's the 10-11 year old female who got a ... A: I disagree that the vet you're seeing is your best bet. Any vet who would refuse pain management ... | |
| Question on Blood results of a rabbit | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: my 2 1/2 years old rabbit had candida albicans and the vet prescribed him to take Grisoral... After ... A: I've never heard of a rabbit with pathogenic levels of Candida in the mouth. Enterobacter is a ... | |
| Rabbit with Cancer on Prednisone - need Pain Relief | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: My vet is closed tomorrow Sunday. Rabbit, 9 or 10 years old, has been on Prednisone for 1 month+ 2 ... A: Our vets commonly prescribe Tramadol (2-6mg/kg) for pain in rabbits. We suspend it by crushing a ... | |
| help with baby rabbit, already visited vet. | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is 6 weeks old. Over the last week I noticed he was playing less and less and I didn't ... A: If your bunny is in the care of Dr. Carolyn Harvey, she is in very good hands. The Critical Care ... | |
| I didn't know! Bunny had babies. | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: Well i have two bunnies that live outside in a big cage, and i saw that my girl bunny had made a ... A: First thing to do: Get the male bunny neutered right away. Mama is probably already pregnant again ... | |
| Hysteria/Fear | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: just wanted to ask a question on how to improve a situation with my bunny's fear.I have a really ... A: Rabbits react this way to fear of the unknown. The sound of the dishwasher makes her afraid because ... | |
| Advice needed ASAP for ileus treatment/recovery | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm writing to you about my poor little Mina again. She's the 10-11 year old female who got a ... A: I'll tackle each question in turn: 1. Do you have any other suggestions to make her more ... | |
| Question on Blood results of a rabbit | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: my 2 1/2 years old rabbit had candida albicans and the vet prescribed him to take Grisoral... After ... A: Both of these values (GPT/Alanine aminotransferase and GOT/aspartate aminotransferase) are elevated, ... | |
| rabbit started twisting body and screaming | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit had a malignant lump on his heel which we had removed on 6/1/2010. In this time he began ... A: If the neurological damage is severe, the signs may not be completely reversible. But treatment ... | |
| Chewing Noise Emergency | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: My bunny is 7 years old and has been experiencing multiple dental problems. I have spent close to ... A: It's not as likely that the source of your bunny's pain is the intrusion of her molar roots. It's ... | |
| Rabbit Tooth Problems | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have an emergency. My 8 1/2 year old Holland Lop has been afflicted with what appears to be a root ... A: I already answered you privately about this question, so I won't reproduce the answer again here. I ... | |
| Suspected Pnemonia | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is a mini lop named Maxine. She started breathing heavy and has lost about a pound in ... A: I would not use the albuterol on the bunny without your vet's advice. But you *can* get her on a ... | |
| molar root? | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: My dutch rabbit has seen the vet for bi-monthly trimmings, had one abscess surgery, now he is on ... A: FOLLOWUP: Hi, Robin Your bunny isn't at all old at this age, so don't despair. The zithromax ... | |
| "Pseudomonas (formerly Flavimonas) Oryzihabitans" | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Four weeks ago on October 29th. I came home from work to find my rabbit "Basil", a four yr old ... A: [Four weeks ago on October 29th. I came home from work to find my rabbit "Basil", a four yr old ... | |
| my bunny is not eating | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: My bunny (10 months old male) quitted eating veggies about a week ago. He always has huge choice of ... A: When a bunny is hungry and wants to eat but can't, the prime suspect is dental problems. Please ... | |
| bunny died after spay | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: my bunny Mimi died last week just 7 days after i had her spayed. She was a 6 month old Flemish mix. ... A: I am so sorry about the tragic loss of your girl. Sadly, sometimes there is no clear reason for a ... | |
| rabbit started twisting body and screaming | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit had a malignant lump on his heel which we had removed on 6/1/2010. In this time he began ... A: JEEZ, that must have been a terrible scare. The bunny is obviously having some kind of pain in his ... | |
| water consumption | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: we have two mini lops. one male neutered, one female spayed. we've recently provided more veggies ... A: I'm more concerned when a rabbit drinks excessively than when they appear to not drink enough. Some ... | |
| Sick Rabbit | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a blue eyed Dwarf rabbit and he fell recently on his foot. I've been meaning to take him to ... A: This could signify any number of things, from a head injury to breathing problems. I would strongly ... | |
| Rabbits and corn | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I know that corn is bad for rabbits and was very disappointed to find that the food I normally buy ... A: I'd pick out the whole kernels, but finely milled corn shouldn't be a major problem. It should pass ... | |
| Dislocated Rabbit elbow question | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: (some background) 4-5mo male dwarf hotot, hurt the right foreleg escaping pen (jumped onto box and ... A: First off, I have to say that without seeing your bunny moving in the cast, it's hard for me to ... | |
| Bloody Urine !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: Approximately 4yr old female bloody urine, 1st time I've seen this. She acts fine, no pain, eating & ... A: If your bunny is not spayed, then the most likely cause of the blood is a uterine hyperplasia or ... | |
| Rabbit food: Halloween Pumpkin? | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: for halloween im going to be getting a pumpkin i was wondering if its ok to give my rabbit either ... A: The seeds will be too high in fat to be healthy for the bunny, except as an occasional treat. You ... | |
| Rabbit putting no pressure on paw | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old male rabbit (Mini Rex). He hasn't been putting much pressure on his front ... A: Two possibilities come to mind: 1. A soft tissue injury that is taking a long time to heal 2. A ... | |
| Bunny blindness- please help! | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I am very worried i have a 3 year old holland lop rabbit. in his right eye, there is a white ... A: Please get your bunny to a good rabbit vet right away for preliminary evaluation: ... | |
| my buny eats his normal poop | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I heard that it's normal for bunny to sometimes eat his own poop , and this kind of poop looks ... A: A bunny sill sometimes eat normal poops in addition to the cecotropes, and no one really knows why. ... | |
| rabbit behaviour | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I have two rabbits one aged 11 weeks i was told it was a male but the vet seemed unsure, i had his ... A: The behavior you describe is aggressive. The babies should be introduced more gradually, but note ... | |
| My mini lop | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit gave birth yesterday to six healthy babies and then today she delivers a stillborn is ... A: Sorry for the delay, due to some family emergencies... Giving birth to a final, stillborn baby is ... | |
| Wet-nosed bunny | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old dwarf rabbit (Charlie) and I bought him about 3 weeks ago. When I bought him, ... A: Vet exam costs vary by location, so I can't help you there. But call around to rabbit vets near ... | |
| Low globulin | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I have quintuplet bunnies (4 M/n, 1 F/s), seven years old, who ace their well-bunny vet reviews; ... A: Hmm. If they are healthy, then this might not be a problem for them. And to tell you the truth, ... | |
| calcium in bladder? | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Just now I happened to visit your profile. I didn't realize that is how the ratings and comments ... A: You have been referring to the bunny as "he", but I think I might need to ask what might seem a ... | |
| What bedding should I use for my Rabbit? | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I am getting a hutch with a wipe proof bottom what bedding should I use and should I give my rabbit ... A: I'm not a big fan of slippery-floored hutches, as they cause all kinds of health problems. Since ... | |
| Collapsed Lung on Bunny | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Her history is at your last answer you gave me at ... A: If the mass is located cranial to the lungs, it could be a thymoma pressing against her lungs from ... | |
| living quarters/indoor cage | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I keep my bunny (dwarf singlemane lionhead) in an approx. 2 x 4 foot cage (indoor). I have placed ... A: I hope you let your bunny out for daily running for at least 6-8 hours, because that cage size is ... | |
| Sneezing rabbit | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that is about three years old. He has pine bedding and is in a cage in my house. He ... A: If a bunny has chronic sneezing, it's always best to get him to a good vet for a check up: ... | |
| Seizure and death in rabbits | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: this isn't priority, I'm just curious. My rabbit died on Sunday morning. On the Saturday I gave her ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your bunny. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ascertain ... | |
| URGENT URGENT NEED IMMEDIATE RESPONSE FOR RABBIT!!! | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: My white lop rabbit has been twitching its head and eyes since last night. He is trying to eat and ... A: Your bunny may have an incipient ear infection causing him to be dizzy and have nystagmus (the ... | |
| White rabbit feet | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: Its nothing to worry about i dont think, but just to set my mind at rest, why does my new white ... A: I've seen very few white rabbits who didn't have somewhat yellowish fur on the bottoms of their feet ... | |
| tummy growling. | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: You have helped me before with my little girl. She is about two years old. Last wednesday i started ... A: It sounds as if your bunny is very gassy. You can help her pass this gas by giving her pediatric ... | |
| Spaying at age 10 to combat cancer | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: Dana. I wrote to you last month regarding my pet rabbit, Mina. She had a lump on her tummy, which ... A: This is a very tough call. I'll try to analyze this as if she were my bunny. What would I do? On ... | |
| Smelly Rabbit Poop, Why? | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: Strange question but my female dwarf rabbits poop smells very strongly. She is about 10 months old ... A: Your bunny may have flatulence when she's doing her biz, or you may smell her cecotropes, which are ... | |
| Rabbits Eye is Red | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: My female dwarf rabbits eye has been red for the past couple of days. (The actually eye ball itself ... A: Since I cannot see her eye, I can't judge what is causing the redness. It could be broken blood ... | |
| Questions about sudden death of rabbit | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit was almost 8 months old before he died last night. He was always extremely active and ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your bunny. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ascertain ... | |
| go to the bathroom on the floor | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2.5 year old bunny that lives in the house and has mostly free range in the house. He has ... A: Several questions come to mind: 1. Is he neutered? If not, then this could be related to hormones ... | |
| Emergency vet could not help, waiting till tomorrow to see his vet/URGENT | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I was told to ask you about a problem my rabbit is having from a forum I've been using. I will try ... A: The problem with a volunteer service like this is that I'm not always online, and sometimes get so ... | |
| something is wrong with my rabbit! | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: puffy and watery and is also losing the fur round them. one is completely shut he has had this ... A: I do not know how prevalent myxomatosis is in Norway, but what you describe sounds as if it could be ... | |
| what's wrong with my bunnies | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: hi there i had bought 2 netherland dawf bunnys and today found one dead and the other bearly alive ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your bunnies. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| calcium in bladder? | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: Just now I happened to visit your profile. I didn't realize that is how the ratings and comments ... A: "The vets response is that the bacteria found in rabbits generate cultures when cultured. The ... | |
| 5 week old bunny | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago I bought two rabbits and a week ago one of them passed away, so yesterday we went ... A: Any change in diet or life (e.g., coming to a new home) can mean a change in intestinal flora that ... | |
| Not sure what to do | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is 9 years old and she has sneezed off and on for her entire life, nothing bad just every ... A: All of your questions can be answered by a veterinarian who can do an in-person exam of your bunny ... | |
| Rabbit acting different? | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I recently found out that my rabbit has fleas. I immediately went to the vet and bought Revolution ... A: Please get him back to the vet and have the vet check to see if bun is anemic. A severe flea ... | |
| 5 week old bunny | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago I bought two rabbits and a week ago one of them passed away, so yesterday we went ... A: Yes, white chalky residue is not uncommon, as rabbits excrete excess calcium in the urine. Hope ... | |
| Rabbit acting different? | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I recently found out that my rabbit has fleas. I immediately went to the vet and bought Revolution ... A: I have never seen this type of reaction to Revolution, so it could well be something else. Please ... | |
| Severe Jaw Abscess | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I have read the online articles regarding jaw abscesses and successful eradication with PenG ... A: Removing the teeth *might* remove the nidus of the infection and allow the antibiotics to kill off ... | |
| 5 week old bunny | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago I bought two rabbits and a week ago one of them passed away, so yesterday we went ... A: You are wise to monitor his poops, as this can be the first sign of trouble. Be *very* vigilant for ... | |
| absesses, eye infection, dislocated leg diagnosed as cancer! | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: My daughter brought her miniature dwarf of 5-years old to my home only two weeks ago. She seemed to ... A: I am glad you opted for care instead of euthanasia. The effects of neglect can be overcome, and I ... | |
| Chronic Mucous/Jellylike Excretions | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I am a first time bunny mom and adopted my sweet little bunny Pikachu 3 months ago. He was a stray ... A: If you're with Dr. Harvey, you are certainly in good hands. Coccidia can shed sporadically, so ... | |
| urgent nodular myxi group of 12 giant lops | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a group of 12 giant french lop rabbits that were all vaccinated against Myxi 3 months ago. On ... A: At least the bunnies are vaccinated, which should improve their chances of full recovery. Poor ... | |
| Rabbit Tooth Problems | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have an emergency. My 8 1/2 year old Holland Lop has been afflicted with what appears to be a root ... A: It's actually not unusual for a vet to approach a molar from the outside, since the rabbit mouth is ... | |
| Rabbit has chronic Pseudomonas need advice | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old dwarf rabbit named Brownie. He's a happy bunny eats, drinks, and plays a lot. ... A: With a chronic URI like this, sometimes the problem is not the bacteria, which are just ... | |
| help: peanut baby? | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: Your Question Edit Question hi, my rabbit has had babies about 2 weeks ago, 2 of them are big and ... A: I hope the little family does well. If mama and papa are together still, then expect another ... | |
| WHATS WRONG WITH ROXY? | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 18 month doe called Roxy, for the past 2 days she has not been eating as much food as ... A: Please read this now: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html for emergency instructions. But note ... | |
| Deaf rabbit. Could be due to earwax buildup? | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a lop eared dwarf lop of 1 and a half years. He is deaf and has to be approached from a ... A: Lops are, indeed, prone to ear problems. I've not heard of ear wax puncturing the ear drums, but I ... | |
| Reglan prescribed with Buprenorphine | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a Dwarf Hotot, which I brought to the vet because she was not eating or producing ... A: The two drugs can sometimes act synergistically, each one increasing the effect of the other. With ... | |
| help: peanut baby? | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: Your Question Edit Question hi, my rabbit has had babies about 2 weeks ago, 2 of them are big and ... A: If she's a peanut, there's not much you can do but watch and wait. Some "peanuts" live longer than ... | |
| excessive shedding | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My 8 1/2 year-old rabbit has been excessively shedding for the last year. I took him into see the ... A: Though you're not believing this is due to mites, the signs all point to Cheyletiella parasitivorax. ... | |
| irritated gentital | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I noticed that my 3 year old spayed bunny was cleaning her genitals vigorously. I brought her to her ... A: If your bunny had rabbit syphilis (Treponema cuniculi) and was showing signs enough to make her bite ... | |
| my 8 week yr old female holland lop is loosing hair around under her neck and behind head | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: Ir is pick she is fluffy everywhere else. It is always wet too even behind her head. she also ... A: A jaw abscess could certainly explain the drooling and wetness, and this must be treated ... | |
| Rabbit with Serious Chronic URI--Any Other Treatment? | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Krempels, I volunteer for the House Rabbit Society and am helping care for a sanctuary rabbit ... A: The percolater sounds mean there is fluid in her lungs. And if her elbow is swollen, it could mean ... | |
| coco: runny stool and falling over | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is approx 6 years old.He has been to the vets twice and they do not appear to know what is ... A: You will need the help of a veterinarian who is very experienced with rabbits for this. I hope you ... | |
| Rabbit urinating | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old, spayed, doe house rabbit. Recently she has been peeing on my husband and on ... A: This is a bit odd, since scent marking is more common in intact rabbits. Is it possible that the ... | |
| Help Jaw Abscess | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Hello! My bunny is 7 1/2 years old, male. After his 1st year of age had front teeth problems and I ... A: As long as the bunny does not get *oral* penicillin (which could kill her--NEVER use oral ... | |
| Rabbit with Serious Chronic URI--Any Other Treatment? | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Krempels, I volunteer for the House Rabbit Society and am helping care for a sanctuary rabbit ... A: If she has nasal discharge blocking her sinuses, then ask the vet about trying a gentle nasal flush, ... | |
| Rabbit pulling dewlap fur: false pregnancy? | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit was spayed and I think that the rabbit has falls pregnancy, because rabbits will start ... A: It's not impossible for a spayed rabbit to show signs of a false pregnancy, but if that's really ... | |
| 2 Male rabbits - will they ever be friends? | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: My fiance and i started out with a male rabbit, Geoff, having the intention to get him a female ... A: It is much more challenging to bond two rabbits of the same sex than an opposite sex pair, but it's ... | |
| Miraculous rabbit kittens | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I was rather shocked to see our mother rabbit burying its babies and see in your site that it is ... A: If the babies were just born, then there was a male rabbit in the vicinity in the last 28-31 days. ... | |
| Young boy rabbit | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit makes a light wheezing sound while he runs, this is a recent development I believe. He is ... A: If this is something new, I definitely think he should be examined by a rabbit-savvy vet who can ... | |
| my 8 week yr old female holland lop is loosing hair around under her neck and behind head | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Ir is pick she is fluffy everywhere else. It is always wet too even behind her head. she also ... A: It's extremely odd for a bunny this young to have dental problems unless they are severe and ... | |
| Rabbit Foot Problem | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I was told to ask you about a problem my rabbit is having from a forum I've been using. I will try ... A: I have seen rescued rabbits who have come from a bad situation develop small abscesses on their feet ... | |
| Mammary tumor? | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: My pet bunny Mina is a 10 year old unspayed female. I'm unsure of her breed, but she has never ... A: If it grew that quickly, it's quite possible that it was an abscess. That would be easy to check: ... | |
| I have a family of rabbits, i have some questions about their health. | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a family of mini lop rabbits, they live together despite some people's views, the mama has ... A: This is obviously not normal, and the bunnies need the attention of a good rabbit vet: ... | |
| weird growths | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I just got this rabbit and i never noticed but he has two growths by his privates i assumed they ... A: They sound like....balls. Yep. That's what testicles do. He retracts them to keep them safe from ... | |
| Spaying - aftercare | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 bonded female Mini Rex's called Sausage & Beans that will soon be 5 months old so I plan to ... A: Right after surgery you'll want to limit their movement a bit, though they will probably be in ... | |
| bunny hardly pooping | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure what to do. My 4 year old male rabbit developed what we thought was ileus about a ... A: Chronic GI slowdown and ileus are usually a result of incorrect diet: ... | |
| Is bunny scared of thunderstorm? | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have two bunnies. There was a big thunderstorm happened on Friday. During the thunderstorm I ... A: The thunderstorm might have frightened him, but if he's still not acting himself, please read this: ... | |
| URGENT - rabbit treated, but still not eating/pooping | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: About two weeks ago, I took my rabbit, Daisy, to the vet because she hadn't been eating or pooping. ... A: I think your vet is wise to be conservative here. Chronic GI slowdown is often due to dental ... | |
| i think my rabbits leg is broken | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: my brother accidentally stepped on my rabbit and his back leg is in the air when he runs! is it ... A: It could be broken. But you must get the bunny to a good rabbit vet *immediately* to be sure, and ... | |
| The flooring for a Mini lop rabbit. | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Dana, I am wanting a Mini Lop rabbit, but before I get one I want to make sure I have everything ... A: The very best information and overview of housing and all the things you'll need for your first ... | |
| Rabbit Litter | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I was just wondering if rabbits could use cat litter if the litter is separated by a grate like the ... A: If you're using a cage like the one pictured, then I would use 100% cotton bath mats with traction ... | |
| inguinal ? hernia | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: is it possible to reduce an inguinal hernia with possible intestinal protrusion with massage? 3.5 ... A: I have not heard of anyone trying to massage such a hernia to get the intestines to pop back in, but ... | |
| Mammary tumor? | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: My pet bunny Mina is a 10 year old unspayed female. I'm unsure of her breed, but she has never ... A: If the lump is really hanging very loosely, and is not attached to underlying tissue, I wonder if ... | |
| Baby Rabbits | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 adorable Lop Dwarf Bunnies which had a litter for the 1st time last month. Mummy Bun ... A: This isn't rare. In fact, it happens more often than not if papa is with the mama when she gives ... | |
| Fleas on 5 month old Dwarf Netherland | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: My 5 month old (born April 17, 2010) bunny has some fleas. What is best to use on her, that is safe ... A: Followup: If you are here for advice on how to properly care for your rabbit, you're in the right ... | |
| Older Rabbit and Pelleted Feed | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: My oldest rabbit is approximately 7 years old. Over the past two years he has lost about a pound ... A: Amberly The Cetyl M should have no interaction with the metacam, and I've heard of bunnies being on ... | |
| PS :pet rabbit with 'skin tags' ADD'l INFO | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: PS Sorry...Wanted to add: The 'skin tags' are not ticks, they are his pink skin. A: This still warrants an in-person vet exam. The skin "tags" might not even be the source of the ... | |
| 10yr old rabbit, itching - has 'skin tags'? | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a white rabbit about 10yrs ago from a chihuahua in my front yard. The bunny has been ... A: If the tags are itchy, then they are probably due to something that needs to be examined by a good ... | |
| Fleas on 5 month old Dwarf Netherland | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: My 5 month old (born April 17, 2010) bunny has some fleas. What is best to use on her, that is safe ... A: Sevin dust is *nasty* stuff, and I would not get it near the bunny. Instead, get to a good bunny ... | |
| Flystrike - rabbit has been treated by vet but more maggots appeared | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: It is spring here in Australia and the weather is getting warmer. My 3 year-old male dwarf lop ... A: Unless there is really extensive tissue damage, your boy should be fine. This was a bullet dodged, ... | |
| Pale rabbit | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a five-year-old male bunny. He is currently not showing any signs of illness, however, I ... A: You need to get your bunny to *any* vet to check his blood and prescribe treatment, as necessary. ... | |
| Flemish giants eyes wetter than usual. | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I adopted a 10 month old Flemish giant about two weeks ago. Recently, we noticed ... A: Runny eyes and sneezing can be caused by various things, so please read: ... | |
| Rabbit Diet: White residue in urine | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: Recently I have been noticing some white chalky residue in my rabbit’s urine which I have researched ... A: White, powdery residue in the urine is not abnormal. Rabbits excrete excess calcium salts in the ... | |
| New Mum & babies - nesting & cleaning the hutch | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: We rescued a rabbit a few weeks ago, last night she delivered 4 kits. She has a nest box but ... A: Sorry for the delay. I was offline all weekend without internet access. :( If the babies are ... | |
| Sludge - URGENT time to be PTS? | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: my 3 year old rabbit fonzi suddenly developed bladder problems about 4 weeks ago now. He lives in ... A: I would not stop trying if the only antibiotic you've tried is Baytril. There are *many* others to ... | |
| poop stuck to butt | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit is only a year old and she ALWAYS has poop stuck to her butt. even wen i give her a spot ... A: This article will give you the full explanation of what is going on: ... | |
| death | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I had a pet dwarf rabbit, and she died 4 days ago. She was 6 and a half years old. She was healthy ... A: I am so sorry about the loss of your friend. At the age of six, she was not old. But cancer can ... | |
| Bunny's molars in peril | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a dearly loved mini-lop who is 8 years old and in good health except for his cheek teeth. We ... A: Euthanasia isn't the answer for a toothless bunny. You can prepare food for him that he can prehend ... | |
| Diet: Hamster food for a rabbit? | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: Besides timothy hay and pellets my rabbit is absolutely nuts about this hamster feed I buy at the ... A: While pelleted pine sawdust litter is safe, shavings of cedar and pine can be very irritating to the ... | |
| idiopathic cystitis | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: This is a follow up question regarding a bunny that presented with clumps and clots of blood in ... A: "Is there any benefit in doing a combination of Baytril and metronidazole?" Possibly. It's a bit ... | |
| Sludge - URGENT time to be PTS? | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: my 3 year old rabbit fonzi suddenly developed bladder problems about 4 weeks ago now. He lives in ... A: I doubt that this condition is cause for euthanasia. Many rabbits have urinary tract sludge, and ... | |
| Diet: Hamster food for a rabbit? | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: Besides timothy hay and pellets my rabbit is absolutely nuts about this hamster feed I buy at the ... A: My opinion is that you should restrict his intake of this tasty junk food to very small amounts, and ... | |
| bunny hardly pooping | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure what to do. My 4 year old male rabbit developed what we thought was ileus about a ... A: Actually, I'd cut back on the spinach. It's the only vegetable I won't give my rabbits, as it's the ... | |
| rabbit getting fat quickly and suddenly | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: We have a English Lop/Rex 2 year old neutered male, Oslo. He has been an inside rabbit his whole ... A: For a rabbit that size to gain 2lb (4.4kg!) of fat in a week is pretty much impossible. I worry ... | |
| what is my bunny's breed? | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I got a very cute bunny from my friend but have no idea about his bred. Could you please tell me ... A: Only a DNA test would tell what breeds he might be, IF there were genetic databases for rabbit ... | |
| Bunny is making weird noises and falling over? | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has been making strange noises when she humps. She always humps my leg when I watch TV ... A: I have known two different cryptorchid bunnies to have "ambiguous" genitalia that could be mistaken ... | |
| what is my bunny's bred? | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I got a very cute bunny from my friend but have no idea about his bred. Could you please tell me ... A: Your bunny looks like a healthy hybrid. Without knowing his size, I can't really make a guess as to ... | |
| Redness and swelling of neutered rabbit's genitalia | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a six-year-old neutered Holland Lop rabbit. His penis is red and swollen and due to this ... A: For temporary relief, you can try a sitzbath with epsom salts. Clean a bathroom sink well, then ... | |
| Bunny very thirsty after neutering | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit just got neutered Wednesday after noon and he is feeling allot better. But I can hear him ... A: If you've ever had surgery, you'll know that one of the after effects of being under anesthesia is a ... | |
| newborn mini rex caring for mom died | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: what do i need to feed and do to keep it surviving? the mom died a day after it was born i've been ... A: Instructions for rearing orphans can be found here: http://www.rabbit.org/faq/sections/orphan.html ... | |
| follow-up. | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: i have pet rabbit (weight: 1300g, 9 months old, male) it has developed abscess( with multiple ... A: If the abscesses are large enough to cause pain, it might help the bunny to de-bulk them if they are ... | |
| NO RABBIT VET IN TOWN. PLEASE HELP. | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: i have pet rabbit (weight: 1300g, 9 months old, male) it has developed abscess( with multiple ... A: It is good that your father is a surgeon, as he will have access to medications that can help your ... | |
| idiopathic cystitis | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: This is a follow up question regarding a bunny that presented with clumps and clots of blood in ... A: It might not be a bad idea to try a broad-spectrum antibiotic that has efficacy against anaerobes, ... | |
| URGENT - Care for rabbit following still birth | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I am part of a rescue group in Ontario. We took in a very pregnant rabbit on Friday. She settled in ... A: If she has no babies to nurse, I would think she could be spayed in a week or two. The vet will be ... | |
| Thank You | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: for saying such kind words regarding my Sugarcookie (Sept 13, 2010) they were so warm and soothing. ... A: I am glad I was able to give you some small comfort. I know no one will ever replace your baby. ... | |
| bunny hardly pooping | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure what to do. My 4 year old male rabbit developed what we thought was ileus about a ... A: A stenosis (narrowing) of the intestine would be unusual, but not impossible. We have seen this in ... | |
| my rabbits foot fell off. Urgent | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a pet rabbit and he likes to run in circles. A few months ago he was doing his circles and ... A: Wow, what a terrible tragedy. I am so sorry! But don't blame yourself. Angora bunnies have such ... | |
| 8 month old doe, sneeze issues | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hotat doe, Little 'Bit, who has sneezed more often than any of my other rabbits but not so ... A: I'm in Florida, too, and I have never had a rabbit positively diagnosed with allergies. More often, ... | |
| Gastrotomy | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: we spoke last week about my panting and I really appreciate your thorough explanation about ... A: What was cultured? Nasal discharge? Pseudomonas can be a contaminant in nasal cultures because ... | |
| Chronic Urinary Sludge | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old male rabbit. I got him from a rescue and had been known to have had trouble with ... A: If given the choice between urinary discomfort and death, your bunny might choose the former. There ... | |
| Rabbit Mange | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: My bunny is suffering from mange. We only found out today what it was. His eyes, ears and nose are ... A: There is no cure for mange that you can give at home, but you can treat the symptoms and make bun ... | |
| URGENT - Care for rabbit following still birth | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I am part of a rescue group in Ontario. We took in a very pregnant rabbit on Friday. She settled in ... A: As long as she is eating well, pooping and acting normal, she will likely be fine. Keep an eye on ... | |
| Sick Rabbit | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: A few days ago I noticed that my rabbit was behaving strangely,(not as active or responsive) but he ... A: Not only is "seing the vet is the best thing," but in a situation like this it is the ONLY thing. I ... | |
| Wierd Behaviour From My New Rabbit. URGENT. | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I had a 2 year male rabbit, Jacko. Then I got a new 1 and half female rabbit, name Ebony. I'm ... A: Unless Jacko is neutered, you must NOT let him near the new female, or you will be up to your ... | |
| help with rabbit spots under her fur | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: my mini lop is five months old.I noticed she has some dark spots/patches on her skin under her fur. ... A: I can't really know for sure without seeing these patches myself. But it is shedding season, and ... | |
| Healthy rabbit food? | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: is this a good food? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Small-World- ... A: It's not the worst I've ever seen, but it's not particularly good. Not very high in crude fiber, ... | |
| Is it possible for rabbits to be in heat? | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I have 5 month old sister rabbits..atleast when we had them sexed we were told they were both ... A: Domestic rabbits don't really have estrus cycles. They are receptive and sexual year 'round. So ... | |
| Bunny is making weird noises and falling over? | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has been making strange noises when she humps. She always humps my leg when I watch TV ... A: Are you absolutely *sure* your bunny is female? What you are describing sounds like a male rabbit ... | |
| Clear discharge/ Sore hocks/ Urinating | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: Dana I heard about you from Etherbun and from a friend of mine who used to run a chapter in US - I ... A: Sorry for the delay. Hellish week! The clear discharge from the eye may be a sign of a blocked ... | |
| two little black flies? | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a female white dwarf house rabbit who lives with me in an apartment. A few days ago I found a ... A: I can't identify the insect you saw without seeing it, but the most likely culprit is a flea. ... | |
| Rabbit ribs | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: are rabbit ribs round or flat A: Rabbit ribs are neither completely round nor completely flat in cross section, and it depends on ... | |
| Proper dosage of Benedryl for 5lb. rabbit | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: My vet told me to give my rabbit 5ml. of Benedryl because she weighs 5 lbs. Is this correct? It ... A: I have never used Benadryl for my rabbits, and so cannot give you any dosage information. But if ... | |
| Growling | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: Our rabbit makes a sound like grow/snort type of sound when we first greet her in the morning. Do ... A: Rabbits make many types of vocalizations, and each has its own meaning. If I could hear your ... | |
| What breed is my rabbit? | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know the breed of my older sister's rabbit, her rabbit's name is Lucy, she is white ... A: The only way to know the breed of your rabbit is to ask the breeder. The color you describe can ... | |
| Rabbit Abortion? | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: we just bought two rabbits, assuming they were female. After we got them home, we realized one was a ... A: I would not try any herbal or other abortifacients, as you cannot predict any bad side effects. But ... | |
| Problems after sterilization - not urgent situation. | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: .... I got my first two rabbits in springtime this year. They live in our house and garden as free ... A: Wow. It does not sound as if the vet who did this surgery was very experienced with rabbits. I ... | |
| Four month old bunny gave birth | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: my 4 month old bunny just had babys 1 week ago and today had to clean the cage out along with the ... A: Four months is incredibly young for her to have given birth, and this is very stressful and ... | |
| Ponazuril | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: About three months ago you told me about Ponazuril for EC rabbits, I just ordered the Baycox ... A: If the Baycox is the usual 5% solution (about 50mg/ml), then the vets who prescribe this for our ... | |
| urgent - eye problem | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Ted has had three eye infections (twice in the right eye, once in the left) since April. The vet ... A: I think a culture and sensitivity is the right next step. And no, it's not cheap. :( But you want ... | |
| Rabbit skin problems | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I am currently treating him with revolution for a small issue with fleas. I have noticed this last ... A: The flaky skin and waxy ear gunk could be the death of mites from the Revolution. Fur mites ... | |
| baby rabbits with scabs on ears | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: what causes scab sores on baby bunnies ears A: It could be overgrooming by the mother or each other, or it could be mange. Please read: ... | |
| my rabbit URGENT!!! | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: skin. and his mothers private is pink and swollen.and our other rabbits private is swollen and red. ... A: Without seeing the bunnies, I cannot know what is wrong. But one possibility is that they have been ... | |
| Molting/Licking | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 and a half year old dwarf lop house rabbit. He's malting at the minute and he has ... A: For tips on how to handle his molting, please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html When a ... | |
| Molting | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: We have two 5-year-old Dwarf Himalayan males. They are completely outdoor bunnies, and live in a ... A: Please read this for a complete overview of the various causes and treatments of abnormal fur loss ... | |
| Mass/ lump in dewlap | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I asked you a question previously regarding my rabbit's bulging eyes (periodic). Thank you for your ... A: If the lumps are soft and pliable, I would not worry too much at this point. Many bunnies develop ... | |
| My rabbit is sleeping all day and losing hair. | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I lost two of my rabbits during a heat wave, one was his brother and one was his girlfriend TWO ... A: Don't assume his behavior is just depression. He may be sick. Please read: ... | |
| further treatment for mange | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: My bunnies have mange and i have revolution to treat it but i wondered if i will i have to do a ... A: We have found that Revolution is the best treatment for mange. After about a week, the crusts will ... | |
| Has my rabbit got epilesy? | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old angora crossed lionhead that I rehomed from a rabbit shelter a few months ago. ... A: These could be panic attacks of some type. I have heard of only a few rabbits who do this, and no ... | |
| i think my bunny has a tumor | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: "Hi,my name is Angela and i am from buffalo NY and my bunny is a male that is only 4 months old. He ... A: If it is at his groin, it may well be a testicle. But it concerns me that there is only one. There ... | |
| bonding rabbits | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in the process of bonding my two male Lion Head rabbits (both of whom have been ... A: Only the bunnies know if it's safe for them to be together overnight yet. I would not put them ... | |
| Dwarf Lop Front Bottom Teeth | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: Just wondering if you could tell me why a baby Dwarf Lop Rabbit bottom teeth would cross over each ... A: Your baby bunny has a congenital dental malocclusion, and it will be a lifelong problem. She may be ... | |
| multiple rabbits with gi stasis in same household | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: first I have nearly memorized your article on gi stasis over the years. Thank you! I am going ... A: GI stasis is a symptom, not a disease, as you already know. So the important thing is to determine ... | |
| Bonding a new bunny | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: i have an 18 week old rabbit that we got together with another rabbit which died from diarrhea ... A: Only time and experience will let the little one know that your bunny means her no harm. Let them ... | |
| urgent - eye problem | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: Ted has had three eye infections (twice in the right eye, once in the left) since April. The vet ... A: If the vet thinks Pasteurella can't be treated, you need to find another vet. No, the bacteria may ... | |
| Ear Flushing for infection | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: My lop, Chloe (7yrs), has recently developed an ear infection. The first vet I went to put him on ... A: Wow. I've never heard of a $700 ear flush. That sounds beyond excessive. I do agree with the vet ... | |
| Five week baby bunny died | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: In answer to your questions, the baby was 5 weeks old on that very day. We noticed no signs that it ... A: When a baby rabbit shows signs of breathing trouble, things are very serious. And, like adult ... | |
| 7yo Rabbit in GI STAIS - been to vet and need 2nd opinion | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I mailed you a couple of weeks ago regarding Tater and the use of zithromax for her URI and just ... A: If your vet is using the ketamine as a pre-anesthetic, and not the only anesthesia for this ... | |
| Regarding a previous question | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I apologize that this isn't a direct question I just didn't know any other way to contact you. I ... A: Jen If your bunny weighs 7lbs, that's about 3.2kg. If you're using the standard 1.5mg/ml solution ... | |
| he just died | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: September 13, 2010...MY rabbit Sugarcookie was almost 2 yrs old. Recently neutered about a month ... A: When someone is blind-sided by a death like this, the only thing we bystanders can say is: I am so ... | |
| 2 Female Lop Bunnies: One aggressive and one nice | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 lop Eared rabbits from the same litter and i am wondering if it is a good idea to separate ... A: If the two bunnies are bonded and friends with each other then do NOT NOT NOT separate them! This ... | |
| bunny stopped moving his right hind leg | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: all of a sudden my bunny, Marshmallow doesn't want to use one hind leg. He is eating fine and acting ... A: Your bunny may have injured his leg, either fractured, dislocated or just sprained it. But if it's ... | |
| My 3 month old bunny | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: My pet bunny has protruding lump (could be cut/scab skin ) on his nose... Has been there for a few ... A: There are so many possibilities here that it's impossible for me to guess without seeing the bunny. ... | |
| rabbit fur and hay in mouth | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: Our female rabbit was sitting in her cage today with a big clump of fur,hay and shavings in her ... A: It sounds as if she's trying to build a nest, and so may be having a false pregnancy. That means ... | |
| 7yo Rabbit in GI STAIS - been to vet and need 2nd opinion | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I mailed you a couple of weeks ago regarding Tater and the use of zithromax for her URI and just ... A: Why is the vet using ketamine for this? That's pretty...retro. Our vets always use isoflurane gas ... | |
| poorly rabbit | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: my son's rabbit is almost 3yrs old and has always been happy and healthy, eating well, lovely thick ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, which is fully explained here: ... | |
| Recurring uppper respiratory tract infection | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Krempels: I have a 7-8 year old male rabbit who is generally in good health but over the last ... A: Unfortunately, bunnies with chronic URI often have a physical problem that makes them more prone to ... | |
| my rabbit has this pimple | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: Good day. I would just like to ask for some medications for my rabbit. He has many of this small ... A: You might be able to find a good rabbit vet via the international listings at the site I gave you ... | |
| sick wild rabbit | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: female rabbit was raised in house since found as a baby 2 yrs ago. This AM, found her just sitting ... A: As with a domestic rabbit, signs like this mean she is very sick and needs to be seen by a good ... | |
| Silvery skin scales on ear surfaces | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has an inch patch of these scales across the middle of the outside of her ears, with some ... A: Yes, I've seen this. I think it's usually caused by fur mites (Cheyletiella parasitivorax), which ... | |
| aggressive eating | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is about 2 ½ years old and male. He got neutered and has his teeth filed down about half a ... A: This is a new one. I have to wonder if he was so miserable with molar spurs before that he's making ... | |
| Rabbit Nutrition | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that was born with paralysis in her hind legs. When she was first given to me she ... A: You may first need to find out if there is a medical reason for her weight loss. I would get her to ... | |
| Baytril may not be the answer, although the vet said it was. | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: Bugs Bunny is my 3 year old rabbit. I moved on the 28th of last month and he became very ill. He ... A: I think you might need to find another rabbit-savvy vet for a second opinion. I can't hear Bugs to ... | |
| Ongoing Eye Problem | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit, Tinkerbell, has been suffering with uveitis for nearly a year. You were extremely helpful ... A: In answer to your questions: "Would you have any other medical recommendations, especially if this ... | |
| My Rabbit Hair Loss | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I want to enquire about my male rabbit condition. He is loosing his fur at the back of his right ... A: I cannot see clearly from the picture, but I hope this will help you figure out what is wrong with ... | |
| Mini Rex colours and diet | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: i am wanting to concetrate on breeding orange and fawn mini rexs,any help in regards to that would ... A: All the best information I can give you about rabbit care can be found here: www.rabbit.org/ and ... | |
| Need information on serious eye concern | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I have a lionhead rabbit named Leo with a serious eye concern. For about three months Leo ... A: I can't see the bunny in person, but this looks like a severe corneal ulcer that has gone for a long ... | |
| my bunny is thumping non stop. we got a new kitten this evening! will she stop fhumpig? | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a fairly new lopp eared bunny approx a year old. we have had her approx 2weeks. this evenig ... A: Your bunny is alarmed by the presence of a predator in the house, even if it's just a baby. ... | |
| Ongoing Eye Problem | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit, Tinkerbell, has been suffering with uveitis for nearly a year. You were extremely helpful ... A: I can't see Tinkerbell in person to really make any kind of judgement here, so I am having to go ... | |
| Question about rabbit URI | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit died over the weekend despite being taken to an emergency clinic. She stopped eating, and ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your friend. I cannot tell you about the likelihood of ... | |
| my rabbit has this pimple | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: Good day. I would just like to ask for some medications for my rabbit. He has many of this small ... A: Without seeing the bunny, I cannot begin to guess what might be causing this problem. It could be ... | |
| feeding | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I just recently adopted a rabbit. I got a list of approved veggies from my vet. My question is: is ... A: They jury is out on whether pellets are bad or good. We give a very small amount of pelleted food ... | |
| Rabbit Swollen Eye | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: Have already made an appointment at the vet but the earliest I could get in is Monday. I have had ... A: Without seeing his eye, I can't really guess what is wrong. But there are some things you can ... | |
| Gastrotomy | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: we spoke last week about my panting and I really appreciate your thorough explanation about ... A: I have not seen her radiographs, nor have I been able to see your bunny in person. I have a lot of ... | |
| Potty training an old rabbit | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I want to give my rabbit more free space to run around in, but she pees and poos everywhere! Do you ... A: The first step is to have your girl spayed. Not only will this improve her litterbox habits, but it ... | |
| Is my 'rescue' a Flemish Giant | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: This is more of a feeding issue and a curiosity. We just adopted another bunny and have no idea of ... A: This is a tough call, since it's nearly impossible to tell the age of a young adult bunny. If she ... | |
| Gastrotomy | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: we spoke last week about my panting and I really appreciate your thorough explanation about ... A: All I can tell you is that if this were my rabbit there is NO WAY I would allow a gastrotomy. I ... | |
| Rabbit hair loss | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I just had a question concerning my rabbit. He is about 7 months old and he is losing allot of hair ... A: This could be a normal shed cycle (it's that time of year), but just in case, please read: ... | |
| Fluid in lungs. | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I was syringe feeding my dwarf rabbit, after I got done she started to cough, and choke. She could ... A: Get your bunny to a good rabbit vet immediately. If she aspirated anything, there could be a nidus ... | |
| Little feral rabbits in the yard. | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have 2, 6 month old rabbits in my yard. we know their mother was domestic %26 father wild (or ... A: I disagree with whoever told you not to bring them inside. These are clearly domestic/feral rabbits, ... | |
| Spinal Problem w/Rabbit - Attached X-Rays | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I’m searching all over the internet for advice concerning my Dutch mini-lop rabbit, Hearsay. (His ... A: If he's showing no trouble moving, then those supplements might not help. But as he ages, the weird ... | |
| Wild baby rabbit caught by cat | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: My cat brought a baby rabbit home today. I took the tiny thing from the cat and now I guess it is ... A: G. My instructions have information on what to do if a baby wild rabbit is found, and especially if ... | |
| flemish with ear crud | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: What do i use for emmas ear crud ? The drops i got at the feed store do not seem to be helping. We ... A: Drops won't help if this is ear canker (caused by parasitic mites). The only real solution is ... | |
| I'm worried kits aren't getting enough milk! | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: My holland lop rabbit gave birth to seven kits three days ago. She had given birth to a stillborn ... A: The only way to find out if she's producing milk is to part the fur around her mammary glands and ... | |
| Older Rabbit and Pelleted Feed | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: My oldest rabbit is approximately 7 years old. Over the past two years he has lost about a pound ... A: The mounting will stop the longer they are together, so don't give up. Just provide them with a BIG ... | |
| Rabbit | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: sorry to bother you, last week my rabbit was attacked by a fox which broke into her cage in the ... A: Wow, this is an amazing and terrible story. Your bunny is lucky to be alive! I'm a little alarmed ... | |
| Rabbit bleeding after giving birth | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My female doe that is around 1 1/2 years old has given babies for the 3rd time.However, this time I ... A: Sometimes a mother bunny will not make her nest until after the babies are born. This is more common ... | |
| Older Rabbit and Pelleted Feed | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My oldest rabbit is approximately 7 years old. Over the past two years he has lost about a pound ... A: 1. Is it okay to start adding in a little alfalfa hay/pellets occasionally at his age? As long as ... | |
| Rabbit bleeding after giving birth | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My female doe that is around 1 1/2 years old has given babies for the 3rd time.However, this time I ... A: Please get her to a vet experienced with rabbits immediately. You may be able to find one with the ... | |
| need to what went wrong: rabbit bleeding at death | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: . I am writing this query after 2 days my sweet Tintin (male rabbit) died. I had actually no clue ... A: Yes, it is possible. Rabbit calicivirus/VHD has been reported in India, though I do not know the ... | |
| Help! In Peru without a good vet and I think my rabbit has Pasteurella Multocida | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in Cusco, Peru and have had my first pet rabbit for two weeks now. It is a weaned ... A: To answer your most important"If you were in my situation, what would you do?" 1. Get him OFF the ... | |
| My rabbit is drinking a lot of water - is that a problem? | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: Dana One of my rabbits is drinking a lot of water in the last 1-2 weeks. He is a bit more than 2 ... A: Normal water intake (including in the food) for a mammals is about 90-110ml/kg per day. If your ... | |
| Planting a bunny garden, what's best? | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I've recently adopted a mini-lop bunny from a rescue center. I have an enclosed patio that has a ... A: If a flower is safe for human consumption, it's likely to be safe for bunnies. Here's a good ... | |
| Planting a bunny garden, what's best? | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I've recently adopted a mini-lop bunny from a rescue center. I have an enclosed patio that has a ... A: A good, basic browse for bunnies is...grass! If you want something easy and fast to grow, get a bag ... | |
| Spinal Problem w/Rabbit - Attached X-Rays | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I’m searching all over the internet for advice concerning my Dutch mini-lop rabbit, Hearsay. (His ... A: Holy cow! That is some *serious* scoliosis! Hard to tell at this stage whether it was from an ... | |
| Burying baby rabbits | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I was rather shocked to see our mother rabbit burying its babies and see in your site that it is ... A: Yes, it's normal for a mama bunny to close the entrance to her burrow to hide her brood from ... | |
| need to what went wrong: rabbit bleeding at death | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: . I am writing this query after 2 days my sweet Tintin (male rabbit) died. I had actually no clue ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your friend. You do not say where you are located. But if you ... | |
| Rabbit- In need of second opinion and a solid diagnose | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I have an older rabbit, just turned nine recently. Since last year, he had been diagnosed with ... A: You might want to find a very experienced rabbit vet for a second opinion: www.rabbit.org/vets If ... | |
| Weening off baby rabbits | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a male rabbit and a female rabbit. The male rabbit was fixed about a month ago and my female ... A: This is a hard time. The babies should be *at least* eight weeks of age before they are weaned, and ... | |
| (No rush.) Litter box waste question. | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I have four rabbits. After spending more than an hour every day, cleaning their six litter boxes, I ... A: Wow, you must have a lot of litterboxes! :) No, we use plastic, too. And rabbit being herbivores, ... | |
| Change affecting rabbit | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: Good Evening, I think you've helped me in the past with my rabbit, thank you! We have a new ... A: I think you hit the nail on the head when you guessed that he's reacting to the change in his ... | |
| Arthritis and kidney failure | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old rbbit who has suffered with dental disease, arthritus and spodolosis of the ... A: 1. he has metacam for his pain but have now stopped this beacuse of his kidneys...would it be safe ... | |
| BUNNY SUDDENLY LOSING ALOT OF HAIR | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a female cottontail, just over 5 years old. Lately she has been indoors alot because of the ... A: Please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html It sounds as if she might have a case of fur ... | |
| inbreeding | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I asked several questions about my pet bunny before, however, three months ago she died from a bad ... A: I am very sorry about the loss of your friend. A pet store situation isn't a great venue for ... | |
| build up of wax | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit had a build up of wax last year.I took her to the vets and they gave me Canaural ear ... A: Please still read the article above. I think you'll find it interesting. Note also that unspayed ... | |
| (No rush.) Litter box waste question. | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have four rabbits. After spending more than an hour every day, cleaning their six litter boxes, I ... A: You could probably bury it safely. Rabbit waste is pretty benign, and actually makes great compost. ... | |
| bleeding | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: i got up this morning to feed Oreo, my rabbit of 13 months old and there was a large pool of blood ... A: It might be a urinary tract infection. But it might not. I've never seen that much blood from a ... | |
| SAFETY OF LONG TERM USE OF ZITHROMAX ON RABBIT | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old english angora spayed female who has lived with chronic sneezing, runny eyes, ... A: Staying on long-term antibiotics of any kind isn't a great thing, and should be done only if the ... | |
| Worried about a bladder infection | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old, non-spayed female dwarf rabbit who has been acting quite different in the ... A: I sure hope no one got "cute" and introduced the male rabbit to your female. If this is possible, ... | |
| Worms??? In Bunnies?? | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: Just today I was cleaning my bunnies cage and when I finished, she went over to her bathroom corner ... A: I do not know of anyone who uses Wazine (piperazine) for treatment of nematodes in rabbits, so I ... | |
| Snuffles/Pasturella in part of my dwarf herd | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: 3 weeks ago I brought a young (4 months?) lionhead home after seeing him in a pet shop for ... A: Fortunately, respiratory pathogens actually do not readily pass from rabbit to rabbit, even in very ... | |
| 3yr old female bunny - now on drug chlor-palm for eyes/nose and feet sores | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My poor bunny Chicklet has been through everything! History - She had to get her front teeth ... A: The chloramphenicol (Chlor Palm) is safe for rabbits, though given orally it can sometimes cause ... | |
| build up of wax | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit had a build up of wax last year.I took her to the vets and they gave me Canaural ear ... A: Ask the vet about using a disinfectant ear flush to really clean out the ear canals. Also you might ... | |
| Could it be an upper respiratory disease? | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: .. I have a much loved 10 year old male lop who has had discharge from his eyes & nose as well as ... A: Chronic upper respiratory infection (URI) is miserable, and if it will improve Tovi's quality of ... | |
| My rabbit is not eating before or after giving birth!!! | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit just gave birth for her first time and didnt eat for 3 days before hand,but I heard they ... A: Any time a rabbit refuses to eat or drink, it is cause for concern. Please read: ... | |
| Bonding baby to adult | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: despite of her loneliness being the only rabbit at home, so I had got her 1 baby rabbit 2 days ago. ... A: Yes, it sounds as if introductions should be made gradually. You can find tips here: ... | |
| Is watermelon safe for rabbits to eat? | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: can my daughters rabbit eat watermelon A: Watermelon is very sugary, so should be limited to very small treats. But it's not poisonous, or ... | |
| My sisters lilac rex rabbit | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: My sister has a lilac rex rabbit hes 4 years old. I noticed something odd under his chest behind his ... A: I can't see it to really know for sure. It would be best if you could attach a clear picture and ... | |
| bleeding | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: i got up this morning to feed Oreo, my rabbit of 13 months old and there was a large pool of blood ... A: Yes, you should be concerned. Although it's less common in young rabbits than older ones, uterine ... | |
| Road Trip | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if it would be okay/safe for my rabbit to go through a 16 hour drive. For my ... A: I think that given how long you'll be away, Luna would be happier to endure the drive and the new ... | |
| Vet app't on Weds - Runny Eye | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: My lop Ella is 5 years old. Over the years she has had a runny eye 3 times. My vet has prescribed ... A: This is a very common problem, and the proximate cause is a blocked tear duct. But the cause of the ... | |
| bunny diet | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: i just got a bunny by surprise so i looked up info i chopped it little pieces of carrots and it ate ... A: She'll need more than carrots, of course. Here's a good overview of a healthy rabbit diet: ... | |
| Chamomile is moulting ...? | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I can't remember if the worm/maggot was embedded in the poop or not, but if it is flystrike ...! ... A: Melissa You can figure out if his fur loss is normal or not here: ... | |
| Bonding baby to adult | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: despite of her loneliness being the only rabbit at home, so I had got her 1 baby rabbit 2 days ago. ... A: Actually, what you describe is more promising than if there were open hostility. As long as they ... | |
| What is wrong with my rabbit | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is a brown and white butterfly rabbit. I have had her for about 6 years now and I think ... A: Please read this right away: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and find a good rabbit vet here: ... | |
| Rabbit droppings & urine in carpet | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have two domestic bunnies. Two months ago I got another rabbit to keep my first bunny company. ... A: Boy, if you find a way to solve this problem, I'm all ears. We have a few bunnies who just don't ... | |
| Brown Yellowy dirty butt | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I recently got my seven year old bunny and after a month or two i have realized that he is ... A: You don't specify whether his messy butt is due to urine or poops. But if it's urine, then please ... | |
| Ayuda!! Mi conejo tiene lastimado su ojo derecho /: !! | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: Hola ^^!! tengo un conejo de nombre Cans y hace unos dias un gato le araño su ojo derecho!! please ... A: Estoy utilizando Babelfish para traducir esto, así que espero que trabaje. Su conejito se debe ver ... | |
| How can I improve/speeden the recovery of my rabbit after stroke? | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: 10 days ago my rabbit started suddenly to feel and look very bad - he could barely stay on his own ... A: Wow, what a terrible scare. Very strange; I have not heard of signs like this in a bunny before. ... | |
| Help! In Peru without a good vet and I think my rabbit has Pasteurella Multocida | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in Cusco, Peru and have had my first pet rabbit for two weeks now. It is a weaned ... A: Baytril can be given either orally or by injection, but be *very* cautious about injections because ... | |
| Panting | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: My 3 1/2 year old himilayan dwarf rabbit (2.2lbs) has been panting for about 3 weeks now. It is ... A: Without seeing your bunny, it's hard for me to make a judgment about this. It's possible that ... | |
| Treatment for e. cuniculi | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old mini lop, the last of a litter of 6, who I took to the vet Friday. He has ... A: The cataract lesions caused by E. cuniculi in rabbits look quite different from other types of ... | |
| Panting | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: My 3 1/2 year old himilayan dwarf rabbit (2.2lbs) has been panting for about 3 weeks now. It is ... A: The echocardiogram is meant primarily to detect defects in the heart itself, and in heart function. ... | |
| Re: Jack still not doing well | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: First, I would like to again thank you for all of your excellent advice. I wrote last week about my ... A: If he ate something toxic, he may be slowly recovering from a severe insult to his liver, and that ... | |
| is my rabbit pregnant? | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: i feel my rabbit's stomach is bigger and also she was very active once but she keeps lying down ... A: Normal rabbit gestation is 28-31 days, so if she is close to that, she may be starting to exhibit ... | |
| Panting | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: My 3 1/2 year old himilayan dwarf rabbit (2.2lbs) has been panting for about 3 weeks now. It is ... A: Since the vet noticed what appears to be an enlarged heart on radiograph, my top suspect would be a ... | |
| loose poo | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: the female rabbit is a bit overweight and always has poo stuck to her, over the past couple of ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| Candle in the whiskers | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit got a little too curious about a candle and burned a few of his whiskers. They are not ... A: The whiskers don't grow continuously as the teeth do. But they will eventually shed out and be ... | |
| Worms??? In Bunnies?? | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: Just today I was cleaning my bunnies cage and when I finished, she went over to her bathroom corner ... A: FOLLOWUP: Hi, Hannah If your bunny is bonded to another bunny, DO NOT separate them! This could ... | |
| Re: Jack still not doing well | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: First, I would like to again thank you for all of your excellent advice. I wrote last week about my ... A: Stacy I'm sorry Jack is still ailing. It's been a while, so please forgive me if I ask questions ... | |
| TYPE OF RABBIT | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I FOUND A RABBIT THE FRIDAY BEFORE EASTER AND BROUGHT HER HOME AND HAVE TAKEN CARE OF HER EVER ... A: It's not possible to know her complete heritage from her appearance, and I suspect she is a hybrid. ... | |
| Sneezing house rabbit | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: we have a house rabbit, he is 6 months old. We have noticed that he sneezes quite a lot and ... A: Any time a bunny acts more quiet than usual, it's cause for concern. Here are instructions to help ... | |
| I think Chamomile has flystrike! | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I can't remember if the worm/maggot was embedded in the poop or not, but if it is flystrike ...! ... A: If your bunny has fly strike, it is an emergency. The most common place the maggots would be found ... | |
| Brown rabbit teeth | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I just have a general question regarding brown teeth. Is that something that could be ... A: We have used Revolution successfully and with excellent results on baby rabbits, hares, and ... | |
| Brown rabbit teeth | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I just have a general question regarding brown teeth. Is that something that could be ... A: I have seen many older rabbits with brown-stained teeth, and it could be related to diet, as well. ... | |
| Cecal dysbiosis and Florentero | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a neutered male Holland Lop who leaves frequent giant cecal piles. He is about four years old ... A: It might be partly territorial, though scented fecal pellets are more often the mark of choice for ... | |
| My rabbit's fur | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is shedding fur but it looks spotie in places he never goes outside and live in a very ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html to check the most common causes of normal and ... | |
| likely lymphoma | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit who was just diagnosed with probable lymphoma. Tiki is an angora mix between 5-8 ... A: Dang. I was hoping it was a dog vet who was making assumptions. From your post, it sounded as if ... | |
| Just got a young rescue;how much to feed | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: it's been awhile since any of our rescues were this young and a large breed bunny. Can you update ... A: There's no reason not to start introducing fresh greens now. Just do them a little at a time so her ... | |
| blood work results | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: We have 9.5 year old spayed Holland lop, kept indoors. She looks really good for her age. Recently, ... A: You can find a good table of rabbit blood serum chemistry values here: ... | |
| my rabbit is not lactating | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit had a litter of 5 6days ago, but she did not fed them and i found them scattered all over ... A: A new mother may not lactate for many reasons. Her hormone levels may not have been appropriate, ... | |
| Chamomile has got worms!!! | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: Chamomile was playing with his willow ball today in the house and he suddenly made two strange ... A: To guess how he got the worms, you'd have to get a positive identification of the worm species. It ... | |
| Does a rabbit need the companionship of other rabbits? | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I was recently allowed to buy a rabbit, which is great since I've always wanted one. My main problem ... A: Rabbits do love to have rabbit companionship, but this will work only if both rabbits are ... | |
| likely lymphoma | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit who was just diagnosed with probable lymphoma. Tiki is an angora mix between 5-8 ... A: Unless the vet who did this diagnosis is psychic, I think s/he might be overreaching in assuming the ... | |
| Red Rabbit Penis-no vet check yet | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 16 month white jersey wooly buck. I noticed that he seems to be raising up off hind feet. ... A: Your bunny may have a case of myasis (fly strike), and the "worms" you removed could be maggots that ... | |
| rabbit help | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: i have two male rabbits ( confirmed at vets today) we originally thought one was a girl though. They ... A: Your bunny has suffered both physical and emotional trauma, so he will need lots of cuddling and ... | |
| Chamomile has got worms!!! | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: Chamomile was playing with his willow ball today in the house and he suddenly made two strange ... A: Get bun up on a secure tabletop on a towel, hold his bum in the crook of your left arm (if you're ... | |
| Is coconut meat safe for rabbits to eat? | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have found a low fat, pumpkin based healthy treat for buunies that contains coconut shreds. Is ... A: Coconut fiber is mostly cellulose and some lignin, and should be harmless if ingested. But I ... | |
| Rabbit-bulging eyes + cataracts | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have noticed for some time now (1-2 years, but getting more frequent) that my rabbit's eyes seem ... A: Yes, this type of presentation could indicate a thymoma, a cancer of the thymus gland. It is ... | |
| Rabbit licking other rabbit's eye | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I have two neutered male rabbits around 3 years old. For the past 2 years they have had ... A: The grooming is a sign of support, and is very sweet. :) It may actually even help, especially if ... | |
| mammary lumps | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: We are a small, fledgling rescue located in Ontario dedicated to finding homes for "last chance" ... A: If the mammary gland enlargements are soft and pliable, she may be lactating due to a false ... | |
| Cecal dysbiosis and Florentero | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a neutered male Holland Lop who leaves frequent giant cecal piles. He is about four years old ... A: Some rabbits just leave their cecals. No one really knows why, but some suspect it's because ... | |
| Urgent q. about corn hygiene pellets | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I just bought my bunny some corn hygiene pellets. These are his 'toilet' pellets, but the problem is ... A: I would not put them back. If he is eating them, it could cause a major problem. Corn contains an ... | |
| URGENT: Side effects of medications? | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: Our bunny, Scissors, is a 3 year old dwarf hotot. I had to leave my pets in the care of a neighbor ... A: It's difficult to say exactly what is happening with poor Scissors, but I would be more suspicious ... | |
| to fix or not to fix | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I've have 2 altered house rabbits (Female mini rex and male lion head) and recently bought a ... A: You are wonderful to care more about your bunny's welfare than what the judges might think. In ... | |
| My bunny has HUGE tumors. Please help. | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: ! A friend of mine suggested that I ask you for some advice. My bunny, Joe Schmoe, is an indoor ... A: That's just it: There are no common rabbit tumors that move freely with the skin. If the vet you ... | |
| thank you Dana | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: Just waned to thank you for all the advise you have given online. It helped me so much in the ... A: Wow, how wonderful that you are able to give the little blind cottie a safe sanctuary. I hope he ... | |
| urgent! 4month old with large lump on underside | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4month old rabbit that has a very large lump on his underside running more to the left side ... A: I'm glad he's on the Penicillin-G Procaine (I hope that's what he's on, since this is really the ... | |
| urgent! 4month old with large lump on underside | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4month old rabbit that has a very large lump on his underside running more to the left side ... A: If bun is hiding, then he's probably in discomfort. And because it's so very unusual for a bunny ... | |
| 8 week old mini lop | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a baby mini lop he's approximately 8 weeks old. One of his ears has not yet flopped over and ... A: A lop bunny's ears will start to droop any time between the ages of about 6-11 weeks of age. The ... | |
| pregnant rabbit | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: she started pulling her fur out madly about 8 days ago just for 1 day made a nest but every thing is ... A: Sometimes a mama bun will make a nest very early, but this is the exception, not the rule. If she ... | |
| My bunny has HUGE tumors. Please help. | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: ! A friend of mine suggested that I ask you for some advice. My bunny, Joe Schmoe, is an indoor ... A: If the vet told you that "rabbits are not very good when it cojmes to dealing with pain and surgery" ... | |
| pregancy in my doe | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: My doe frencays later french lop was bred and on the 35th day she built her nest from fur ect. a ... A: It is possible that she gave birth when she built the nest, and you didn't find it until now. Or ... | |
| Drooping ears and off -and-on runny cecals | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old spayed female rabbit who has been having several ongoing issues. She has been ... A: Question 1: Are there any specific disorders these symptoms might point to? What about e. cuniculi? ... | |
| calcium stone in uretha of male rabbit - surgery required | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I just had my 2 year old male lionhead to the vet. He has a calcium deposit in his uretha right by ... A: If the only choices here are 1. Leave the painful stone and do nothing 2. Surgically remove the ... | |
| Re: HELP! 9 yr old bunny with stasis | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: My bunny Jack is nearly 9 years old. He's never had stasis in the past but nearly 3 weeks ago, he ... A: First, let me set your mind at ease about the cisapride and Baytril. Both are very safe for rabbits, ... | |
| Possible causes of head tilt? | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I read your column a lot, and thought you might be the best person to turn to for this. I have a ... A: "Since the article also said that many bunnies carry E. cuniculi without suffering from the ... | |
| Weight and General Health Issue | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: Can I seek your advise on the following questions : 1) Is a rabbit of age 7 consider very old? Or ... A: 1) Is a rabbit of age 7 consider very old? Or is just senior? He's not old. He's sort of in ... | |
| Bunny help with handling | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I recently adopted a bunnny i have a few questions. 1. i bunny is not doing very well being litter ... A: 1. i bunny is not doing very well being litter trained he was litter trained before i got him but is ... | |
| my rabbit Buggsy | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: My white, pink eyed rabbit died recently. The vet said he could feel some lumps when pressing her ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Introducing rabbits | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a male neutered rabbit of approx 6 months who I want to home with its unspayed mother(approx ... A: Bonding rabbits is rarely a one-date affair. It must be done over the course of a few weeks, and ... | |
| Recurring problem of Rabbit not eating (constipation?) | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: FIRST: Our rabbit Bowie is being seen by a vet and has yet another appointment this afternoon. ... A: First, please see: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html and find an experienced rabbit vet here: ... | |
| Rabbits & Cats | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I am considering adopting 1 or 2 rabbits. I have a well behaved dog and 6 cats. Will a rabbit ... A: :) "Will a rabbit share the same litter boxes as the cats?" I don't have cats, but everyone I know ... | |
| Excessive scratching of ears | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: My one year old rabbit has been scratching at her ears much more than normal the last couple months ... A: Excessive scratching is never normal, and the thinning of the fur on her ears could be another sign ... | |
| Rabbit health: bloody discharge | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: do rabbits have a bloody discharge. A: No, a bloody discharge is not normal, no matter where it's coming from. If this is from the vent of ... | |
| Should My Rabbit Have Surgery? | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is nearly 6 years old. I found him as a baby after he had been set on fire and then ... A: What a lucky bunny. How sad and horrible that he had such a terrible start, though. If you are ... | |
| White film over rabbit's eyes | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: First of all, I just want to thank you for your recent advice, I really appreciate you getting back ... A: If the film is moving around, it's likely just a bit of mucus, perhaps with some fur in it, stuck to ... | |
| My rabbit vet says she is at a complete loss as to why Daisy is so sick (III) | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: i would like to also add that the vet thought she saw inflammation in daisy's bladder. daisy also ... A: I am very sorry to hear of Daisy's passing. I really doubt that a diet of carrots and kale would ... | |
| Is coconut meat safe for rabbits to eat? | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I have found a low fat, pumpkin based healthy treat for buunies that contains coconut shreds. Is ... A: coconut is not overtly toxic, but it's very high in fat, and that's not good for a strict herbivore ... | |
| Rabbit heart beat | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My bunny is an indoor 2 year old boy. I would just like to know if it is normal for his heart to ... A: It is really unlikely that you can see his body move from his heartbeat (which is normally over 200 ... | |
| URGENT --> Rabbit has sudden loss of appetite. (still eating, details inside) | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is not herself today. I let her out of her cage for her usual run and offered her a piece ... A: Nowhere in your email do I see that you've considered taking her to the vet. If you've checked ... | |
| 3 week old Bunny has balding head! HELP! | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit had 5 babies and now they are 3 weeks old. the Littlest one has a bald spot on its head, ... A: If you can get a good rabbit vet to have a look, that would be best. Bring everyone, including ... | |
| Toxic Plants | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, My husband and I recently purchased a house, which has all kinds of plants in the back ... A: This is a tough call. In most cases, rabbits won't be eagerly eating toxic plants, as they have a ... | |
| handraising baby domestic rabbits | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: we are currently handraising 4 dwarf lop bunnies that the mum rejected(her 1st time she didn't have ... A: I'm sort of a fan of adding a bit of colostrum to the milk until the babies are eating solid food ... | |
| PLEASE HELP ME ABOUT MY NEW BUNNY NOW!!!c: | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: At 6:30 this morning, I rescued a baby cottontail rabbit who's nest had been disrupted and four ... A: The baby's best chance of survival is for you to get him to an experienced wildlife rehabilitator ... | |
| sudden death of bunny; blood around nose and mouth | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: My bunny died and had blood around her nose and mouth but seemed healthy when i got her. she ate ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| No one can answer my rabbit question. Help! | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: We have a 5 month old mini rex. Male. Lately we have noticed he is not gaining any weight. ... A: What are you feeding him? Please check proper rabbit diet here: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/diet.html ... | |
| Choosing a dog breed for my 2 rabbits | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Dutch mix boy and a 2 year old Cashmere Lop girl who have bonded. They are ... A: A lot really depends on the personalities of both the dog and the rabbits. It is possible for dogs ... | |
| handraising baby domestic rabbits | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: we are currently handraising 4 dwarf lop bunnies that the mum rejected(her 1st time she didn't have ... A: You don't need much cecotrope to "seed" the intestines of the babies. And actually, when babies are ... | |
| died | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: My 2 year old rabbit was nibbling on the cage and then started screaming and laid down in the cage 5 ... A: I am so sorry about the terrible loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to ... | |
| Hurt paw and decreased appetite | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit Cooper is a 3 year old dwarf holland lop. Late last night while he was eating, mucus ... A: My primary concern would not be the broken nail. That will heal, in time, though it is probably ... | |
| Bunny losing weight | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: A few months ago, I decided to let my bunny run loose in the house all day instead of just a few ... A: First, you need to be sure that she is actually swallowing the food she is eating. Sometimes a ... | |
| ? pregnant | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a wild rabbit, she has been pregnant a few times, what I need to know is , can they have a ... A: It would help if I knew where you are located, so I could find out what species of wild rabbit you ... | |
| Six year old female rabbit having seizures. | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: We have had a female rabbit "thumpers" for almost 7yrs. she has been in perfect health up until ... A: If Thumpers has been inside in the air conditioning since her heat exhaustion crisis, then that's a ... | |
| mini lop 2 years old: Why peeing on my feet? | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: Why does my rabbit pee on my feet? A: If s/he is not spayed/neutered, then you should consider this a great compliment. S/he is marking ... | |
| ec treatment/appetite off | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: Have you ever seen rabbits appetite drop with the treatment of Panacure and totrazuril. I am on ... A: I always find it odd when vets are selective about what they consider "anecdotal." Most of the ... | |
| Two male rabbits fighting | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 male rabbits, 10 and 11 months old, who have just begun to fight. I have seperated them but ... A: Neutering is a must, and both must be given 2-3 weeks of recovery and time for the hormones to wear ... | |
| Hanging nail? | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: It's me again remember with the food well my rabbit flailed while i had him picked up and i think ... A: Once it has a scab, and if you see no sign of inflammation, then it's best to leave well enough ... | |
| ec treatment/appetite off | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: Have you ever seen rabbits appetite drop with the treatment of Panacure and totrazuril. I am on ... A: Once in a while the fenbendazole seems to cause a bunny to feel a little "off". It might not be the ... | |
| vent disease in rabbits | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: When a rabbit gets vent disease can u cure it for good and can you use your stock for breeding again ... A: Rabbit syphilis (caused by Treponema cuniculi) can be safely treated with *injections* of ... | |
| Kidney problems | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: Hallo! My rabbit is approximately 7 years old lionhead. He’s been having different health issues ... A: If your bunny's kidneys are failing, the only things you can provide are palliative care and ... | |
| Hanging nail? | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: It's me again remember with the food well my rabbit flailed while i had him picked up and i think ... A: It's good that the nail came off. That will mean the healing process can start without pain. Be ... | |
| Pet rabbits and HUMAN pregnancy, babies | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I have four wonderful pet rabbits, all females, and they are a part of our family. I have a five ... A: It sounds as if you are well aware of the need to protect the bunnies from overeager children, and ... | |
| Baby bunny has cloudy eyes | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: today it is day 16. I have noticed that one of the baby bunnies has partly cloudy in both eyes does ... A: Please get the baby to a good rabbit vet for evaluation immediately. The cloudiness could be ... | |
| my bunny's poop | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: Hey Dana, i've talked to you before and you were a lot of help. i was just wanting to ask a question ... A: The slight stickiness of the ointment won't bother him, though he might try to groom it off. That's ... | |
| Hanging nail? | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: It's me again remember with the food well my rabbit flailed while i had him picked up and i think ... A: If an accident happens, you need to be ready to get your bunny to the vet. And this is one of those ... | |
| i want to show my rabbit can you help? | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: .. I have a rabbit that I hot from an after Easter sale this year. I would like to show her but ... A: Please reconsider showing your rabbit. Fairs and rabbit shows are not only stressful and hard on a ... | |
| vent disease in rabbits | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: When a rabbit gets vent disease can u cure it for good and can you use your stock for breeding again ... A: The term "vent disease" is not really a good medical term, but more of a breeder term that may not ... | |
| bunny soiling | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help... I have a 6 month old male mini lop who is a house rabbit. He has been ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| my bunny's poop | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: Hey Dana, i've talked to you before and you were a lot of help. i was just wanting to ask a question ... A: If the area is inflamed and has poop stuck to it, then before you put sticky ointment on it, wash ... | |
| Rabbit food? | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I took my rabbit to the Vet because he sneezes constantly and has many bumps on his body and a ... A: Instead of getting a different type of pellets to make up for the lack of fresh green leafy ... | |
| Excess Edema in Lowell's stomach, hips and legs | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: You've been such a great help in the past, and I am hoping that you can give your best guess as to ... A: Wow, that's a very senior bunny! Kudos to you for keeping him well and happy for so long! Edema in ... | |
| Why does bunny lick walls, corrugated boxes | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering why 1 of our bunnies, Hunnybun who's age I'm not sure of, has begun licking more. ... A: No one knows why some rabbits do this licking behavior. It almost seems as if it's just relaxing to ... | |
| Rabbit Post Pregnancy Complications!!!! | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit gave birth to one baby rabbit two days ago but it was still born and she didn't release ... A: A rabbit can have anywhere from one to 14 babies in a litter, so this is not unheard of. If you ... | |
| safely getting rid of fleas on a rabbit | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: My golden retriever just got groomed a few days ago and my groomer found a couple of fleas on her. ... A: Both Revolution (selamectin) and Advantage (imidocloprid) are safe for rabbits. DO NOT use ... | |
| rabbit injured back right leg | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I hope that you can help me. I have had my small lopped eared rabbit for six years. He injured his ... A: Herbal remedies for pain relief are dicey and unproven. I really cannot recommend anything like ... | |
| Rabbit Bleeding from anus, straining, and then back to normal. | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I was referred here from Binkybunny.com to see if you perhaps had an answer for a strange situation ... A: Poor little guy! But the vet is quite right about the metacam: not a good idea to give this when ... | |
| Rabbit Discharge | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased two 7 week old rabbits. this morning i noticed a white discharge in the hutch ... A: Rabbits do excrete excess calcium salts via the urine, so if this discharge dries to a white powder, ... | |
| Don't want to put bunny down | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I've had a bunny who is now over 7 yrs. old and he's a Netherland Dwarf. He's one of our rescues ... A: We have the same problem with our bunny, Kali. She's drooling like mad, just had her molars ... | |
| new zealand white bunnies | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: We have a mixed liter of New Zealand white rabbits and wild rabbits. All born from the same mother, ... A: How old are the babies? They should not be weaned any younger than eight weeks of age, lest they ... | |
| (urgent)GI Statis , no vet nearby | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: My bunny suffers from GI Statis . And there ae apsolutley no vets around since Im on a vacation . So ... A: Please read this article completely: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/ileus.html It contains both veterinary ... | |
| my fiance's rabbit | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: My fiance has had a rabbit for about a year but we cant figure out what type of rabbit she is. The ... A: From the picture, she looks like a mini-lop (if both ears are down). If only one ear is down, she ... | |
| Rabbit food? | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I took my rabbit to the Vet because he sneezes constantly and has many bumps on his body and a ... A: Oxbow rabbit foods are very good and of high quality. But there are other brands that are also ... | |
| Eye color changed? | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, My 4 year old english spot holland lop mix's eyes have recently changed from blue to now a ... A: No, I don't think those drugs would do the trick. It is a little strange. But if all else is fine, ... | |
| Don't want to put bunny down | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I've had a bunny who is now over 7 yrs. old and he's a Netherland Dwarf. He's one of our rescues ... A: I am not sure how you got the idea that I was saying you were irresponsible, because I re-read my ... | |
| Weight Loss | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: In March of 2008, we adopted an adorable lop rabbit from our local Humane Society. They said she ... A: If the culture was not taken from her urine, where were the staph and strep found? Does she have ... | |
| too much water? | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have had this rabbit for about 3 years and he drinks from a 12 oz sipper bottle. he is a dwarf ... A: Normal water intake for a mammal is about 90-100ml/kg per day, including what is in the food. If an ... | |
| Yellow root fur found on rabbit HELP urgent | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have been to the vet but they said it is alright just some gland secretion. But i am not sure ... A: This isn't life threatening. Many rabbits develop these little, crusty nodules, which may be very ... | |
| Weight Loss | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: In March of 2008, we adopted an adorable lop rabbit from our local Humane Society. They said she ... A: Depending on the results of the culture and sensitivity test, the following antibiotics could be ... | |
| Snorting Rabbit | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a 4 yr. old rabbit (male) he's had the snuffles before like 3 months ago, just teary eyes. ... A: If your bunny sounds as if he's having trouble breathing (lifting his head, chin up; chest heaving, ... | |
| Don't want to put bunny down | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I've had a bunny who is now over 7 yrs. old and he's a Netherland Dwarf. He's one of our rescues ... A: Don't even *consider* euthanasia for a problem like this! A mouth problem is not a death sentence, ... | |
| coccidia and lysol | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: We were at an event this week and some rabbits got sick. One had wry neck and one had coccidia. ... A: Quoting your message: "My other question is that we took both of the rabbits that got diarrhea to a ... | |
| Tucker Bunny -urination outside box | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Tucker Bunny is doing well after his 2nd bout with EC in December. He is now 6 years old (dwarf male ... A: If you need to allow him to navigate across the hardwood, you might consider purchasing some ... | |
| Strange spot in eye + pupil is uneven | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me out with an eye issue. Last week I noticed a strange spot in my ... A: Since the ocular problems associated with E. cuniculi are pretty devastating, if these were my ... | |
| Weird growth, potentially mastocytoma | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Last week we took one of our rabbits, Richard (around 6 or 7 years old as far as the vet can tell), ... A: I think it might be wise to get a second opinion. You can find a listing of experienced rabbit vets ... | |
| Increased thirst and urination coupled with anemia and elevated wbc | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: My 2 year old holland lop had recently started drinking and urinating excessively ( about 4 days ... A: PU/PD (polyuria/polydypsia, or excessive urination and excessive drinking) can be a warning sign of ... | |
| Rabbit urine cause blindness in children | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: I heard that rabbit urine can cause blindness in children. I'm about to adopt a rabbit from the ... A: Wow, that's a weird one. Nope, can't say I've ever heard that before, and I can tell you that it is ... | |
| Rabbit scabbing | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2 yea old dutch cross rabbit and ive recently started noticing small white scabby areas on ... A: AllExperts recently changed their format back to their old style, so I think your photo didn't ... | |
| Chamomile sneezed? | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: Chamomile was playing with his willow ball today in the house and he suddenly made two strange ... A: A rabbit can get an upper respiratory infection any time of the year. They don't get colds. Please ... | |
| Rabbit Neck Sores | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1-yr old doe who lives with her 3 offspring, and there is no fighting amongst them. I ... A: That your father would suggest killing this rabbit because of a treatable wound is beyond disgusting ... | |
| Rabbits not eating pellets 6 days after spaying | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: We had our 15 month old Netherland dwarf bunnies spayed 6 days ago. They are eating some timothy ... A: If the vet who spayed your rabbits won't even talk to you in person for something like this, then ... | |
| Possible causes of head tilt? | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I read your column a lot, and thought you might be the best person to turn to for this. I have a ... A: The best source I can give you for complete information on this common problem is this one: ... | |
| Tucker Bunny -urination outside box | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: Tucker Bunny is doing well after his 2nd bout with EC in December. He is now 6 years old (dwarf male ... A: This could be related to the E. cuniculi. Hind limb weakness can make him less willing to jump into ... | |
| Blue Eyed Holland Lop | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: my newest Holland Lop baby is all grey and has eyes that are an ice blue, almost blind looking is ... A: All Holland Lops are related somewhere down the line, as they are a purebred variety. So while they ... | |
| False Pregnancies | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a male rabbit and a female rabbit. The male rabbit was fixed about a month ago and my female ... A: Yes, it's normal. Give her unlimited food now, rich in calcium. She needs all the calories she can ... | |
| coccidia and lysol | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: We were at an event this week and some rabbits got sick. One had wry neck and one had coccidia. ... A: I know you may not agree, but maybe the best thing that's ever happened to your rabbits is for you ... | |
| Rabbits in our bonfire pit | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: My family and I have a bonfire pit. We haven't used it in years so we put a bunch of not needed ... A: I cannot say whether they all got out. I hope they did. I hope they didn't have a nest of babies ... | |
| Nerve problem in hind leg | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I am very concerned about my pet bunny who had a dislocated hip on the right which in turn leads to ... A: Unless this is being caused by his favoring of the dislocated hip, I would wonder if this might be a ... | |
| Eye color changed? | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, My 4 year old english spot holland lop mix's eyes have recently changed from blue to now a ... A: This is unusual, but not impossible. There are some medications that can cause eye color to change ... | |
| rabbit eyeball infection,please help! | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: contacted you before regarding Timmi the rabbits eye problem.He has been treated for e cuniculi with ... A: Don't give up on him. Even a blind rabbit can live a perfectly happy life, but let's hope it ... | |
| Holland Lop breathing rythm | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have just bought my very first Holland Lop the other day. It looked rather playful in the pet ... A: It might actually be good for her health and progress if you could find it in your heart to buy one ... | |
| Rabbit Eating Baking Soda | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I use baking soda for odor control and general cleaning around my house. I have noticed that Bosco ... A: That's pretty weird. But he probably likes the salty taste. Eating a *very* small amount of baking ... | |
| mucoidal enteritis | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have had a spell of Mucoidal enterits among my rabbits this summer particularly affecting the kits ... A: Yours is the second letter like this today, and both are from the U.K. It makes me wonder if a ... | |
| baby rabbit | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: i was told he was 6 weeks old then i took him a pets at home store about his difficulty to go the ... A: DO NOT give the baby puppy milk or any other type of formula. This will only make the situation ... | |
| ec treatment | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I finally have the panacure and the torazuril to treat the EC. The following is based on a dose ... A: Yes, the Baycox volume is pretty large, so no worries. It sounds as if you have the right formulas. ... | |
| rabbit's first long roadtrip (urgent) | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I am planning to go on a trip tomorrow , and I want to bring my bunny with me , since I'm gonna be ... A: Bunnies are pretty good car travelers, and I've gone on many long trips with my bunnies. So if you ... | |
| already saw vet additional question/advice | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have been dealing with my rabbit bun-bun being ill this week and wanted to ask someone who has ... A: Without seeing your bunny in person, I can't really make a judgment about his condition. Wheezing ... | |
| rabbit: urine scald? | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: hi i have rabbit and last night i came home and i seen her leg kept twitching and thin this morning ... A: Don't try to diagnose this yourself. This could be something other than urine scald, and even if it ... | |
| rabbit death | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I took my rabbit to the vet with drooling, lump on the lower left jaw, and watering left eye. My vet ... A: I wish there were a crystal ball we could use to see the future health of our companion bunnies, but ... | |
| Lionhead rabbit | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I took my beautiful healthy six month old male Lionhead named Gizmo to the vets two days ago to be ... A: I am so sorry about the tragic death of your friend. If the vet who neutered him does this ... | |
| claws | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: just recenty, i noticed that some of the tips of a few claws had snapped off. they were still ... A: We use the guillotine-style nail trimmers you can get at any good pet supply store. Cut the nails ... | |
| Rabbit Parasite | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: Our pet rabbit has been acting sluggish. She has had clumpy pellets and then recently diahrea. The ... A: I cannot see the rabbit to be sure, but this sounds terribly like fly strike. Your rabbit's messy ... | |
| Bonding with an Adult Rabbit | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I just adopted a 4 year old female Rex rabbit from a family that was giving her away for free. The ... A: This should help you gain your bunny's trust: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/shybun.html It will take some ... | |
| Rabbit Health: Older bunny slowing down? | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have had my rabbit, Hoppy for about 6 years. He is about 8 years old. The last few months he has ... A: No, it's not really normal for him to be lethargic at the age of eight. He's not that old. But ... | |
| Young rabbits developing digestive problems and dying at 8 weeks | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have had rabbits for two years, Californian and new zealand. I have been breeding for the table ... A: I have to scratch my head over the fact that you breed "for the table" but they are your "pets first ... | |
| Devasted by rabbits death, need some answers | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit(male Netherlands dwarf) died recently and we have no clue what could've been wrong. A ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Doe impregnation- NO CONTACT w/ ADULT MALE | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: My sister and her fiance bought two rabbits off kijiji- a boy and a girl. They were in separate ... A: That's pretty weird. Rabbits don't store sperm, so I wonder if the bunnies somehow got together. ... | |
| Black critters and red & bloody spots on my rabbit's pack | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: Well over a week ago I noticed that my rabbit had something on the back of his neck that looked like ... A: It's hard to overdose with Revolution. With the 60mg/ml solution, we give 0.1cc/kg, but you can ... | |
| Lethargic Mini Lop - Starvation? | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: and thank you for hearing my question. I have taken 1 of our 2 bunnies to the vet, she is still ... A: Did you actually watch the little one eat? Sometimes a bunny will *try* to eat, and appear to be ... | |
| Rabbit genotypes | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: Good evening Dana. Ive already asked one Expert, and Im hoping you can help! Im trying to figure out ... A: Given these genotypes, the babies could have the following genotypes at each of the five loci: ... | |
| Nerve problem in hind leg | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I am very concerned about my pet bunny who had a dislocated hip on the right which in turn leads to ... A: Do you know for certain that your bunny has a dislocated hip? How was this diagnosed? If the vet ... | |
| Scooter update | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: after I wrote you about Scooter's issues he basically stopped eating and stopped pooping. So I took ... A: I'm glad you didn't have to agree to surgery, which is most often a death sentence. Only a really ... | |
| Bold spot on top of bunny's head | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old Lion Lop Doe. She is loosing the fur on top of her head. I was told it is caused ... A: There are many differen reasons a bunny can develop bald patches, and the most common are outlined ... | |
| Strange spot in eye + pupil is uneven | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me out with an eye issue. Last week I noticed a strange spot in my ... A: Sorry for the delay. I was finishing up a middle school ecology program that sort of swallowed up ... | |
| sick wild bunny | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: 2 nights ago the motion sensor light came on in my back yard. I saw a bunny, and then I saw it was ... A: This bunny's only chance for survival is to be cared for by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. My ... | |
| Aggressive, biting rabbit | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I got a rabbit last week of someone as they were not looking after him very well, he was nice for ... A: The bunny may feel threatened and displaced, and he's acting out of fear. The first thing that must ... | |
| Holland Lop breathing rythm | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have just bought my very first Holland Lop the other day. It looked rather playful in the pet ... A: I hope your little pal has settled a bit now. I am sorry for the delay, caused by my being engulfed ... | |
| Pasteurella | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a male rabbit 10 years.I haven't sterilized him.The last 4 years he has the symptoms of ... A: It sounds as if your bunny has a tooth root abscess. This may or may not be caused by Pasteurella, ... | |
| rabbit behavior change | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I have had a rabbit for 4 months. His age is approximately 6 and he is a dwarf. I recently had him ... A: I would take him to a good rabbit vet for blood work to check his liver and kidney function. If ... | |
| Rabbit hitting maturity | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a female mini lop who is about 5 months old now. Although she is very friendly and comes ... A: The simple answer is: No. Until she's spayed, she will be crazy horny. She's still a little young ... | |
| GI Stasis? Will only eat pellets | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I have been researching the internet for everything I can to help my bunny through this and have ... A: Still trying to catch up here... If he's still not eating normally, I'd ask the vet to have another ... | |
| My Rabbit Vet Says She is at a Complete Loss Why Daisy is so Sick (II) | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: i would like to also add that the vet thought she saw inflammation in daisy's bladder. daisy also ... A: Dark clots of blood *could* be caused by very sharp stones. But I really would suspect uterine ... | |
| Adding a new rabbit to the hutch | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: About two weeks ago we bought a Liohead female 8 week old bunny. We had previously picked out a ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| rabbit death | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I took my rabbit to the vet with drooling, lump on the lower left jaw, and watering left eye. My vet ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Injured baby rabbit help pleasee!!! | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: i know you said in any emergency to get the rabbit to the vet but i wanted to ask you about this ... A: Here are some emergency instructions if this is a very small baby: ... | |
| bunny favoring front foot | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: i just noticed my 4 year old bunny is favoring (not really limping) on her front left foot. She had ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| My Rabbit Vet Says She is at a Complete Loss Why Daisy is so Sick (II) | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: i would like to also add that the vet thought she saw inflammation in daisy's bladder. daisy also ... A: Has the vet done any radiographs to determine whether Daisy's bladder is full of sludge (causing ... | |
| hard folds of skin, bad dandruff and shedding | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I would like to ask for your feedback and advice regarding my pet mini lop rabbit. We adopted him ... A: Without seeing your bunny I cannot know for sure. But this sounds like mange, which is caused by ... | |
| Adult Rabbit Has "Ripped" Off 3-4 Front Toenails | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: Hey Dana, So I let my 2-year-old black male out to play today. I put him on the bed because he ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| rabbit parasite? | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: A week or so ago we found a spot on our bunnies neck. It at first looked like a small cut. I just ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| my rabbit drinks water a lot, is that too much? | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm Erine and I had my bunny rabbit Latte for about a month. She loves to drink water; sometimes she ... A: First, be sure that the water bottle isn't leaking. That's a very common source of the "mystery ... | |
| My Rabbit Vet Says She is at a Complete Loss Why Daisy is so Sick | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: i just got back from my 6th visit to the vet's office, i've been seeing them for 3-4 weeks, now. my ... A: If Daisy is not spayed, there could well be a uterine problem. But it's not great to try spaying ... | |
| rabbit | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: my bunny had her first baby 4 days ago then she had one the next day out of the cage it was dead ... A: No, it's not normal. She is having trouble giving birth, though the reason isn't clear. She needs ... | |
| Guessing the age of a rabbit | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I adopted my holland lop from a rabbit rescue society in April 2010. At the time of the adoption I ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| Rabbit screamed during vet visit | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I went to the vet today to get my rabbit's nails trimmed and he is usually really good at the vet ... A: Good grief! It makes me wonder what might have happened to him before at that vet's office to be so ... | |
| Rabbit genotypes | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: Good evening Dana. Ive already asked one Expert, and Im hoping you can help! Im trying to figure out ... A: There's a very good overview of rabbit coat color genetics here: ... | |
| coccidiosis is killing my rabbits | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: what medicine can be used and were can i get to save my pets thank you, Belle A: You must first be certain that the cause of death is coccidiosis. Many things can cause runny ... | |
| my rabbit | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: not the usual happy hopping bunny. Well i picked him up and put him on the carpet but he didn't move ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your friend. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| pregnant rabbit over due | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: i breed my lionhead at the end of april and she hasnt had any babies yet. Is it possible that she ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| Hair Loss on Back Near Hips | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: My bun is loosing hair in clumps near his hip area on his back. He has not shown any signs of ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| My pet Ruby | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 1/2 month old female rabbit, Ruby. I brought her home from a pet shop when she was merely ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| weepy eye due to molar root intrusion | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has had weepy eye for two and a half months now. My vet tried to flush the tear duct but ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| bloody nose baby wild rabbit what do we do??? | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: In are back yard we discoverd 4 baby wild rabbits that were just born 2 were killed from drowning in ... A: Here are emergency instructions for initial care of the baby cottontails: ... | |
| False Pregnancies | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a male rabbit and a female rabbit. The male rabbit was fixed about a month ago and my female ... A: P., Uh oh. No, a bunny should not have a larger belly with a false pregnancy. And if the vet ... | |
| Black critters and red & bloody spots on my rabbit's pack | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: Well over a week ago I noticed that my rabbit had something on the back of his neck that looked like ... A: These sound more like fleas than mites, and it sounds as if your poor bunny is badly infested. ... | |
| Rabbit losing weight | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 71/2 year old desexed male rabbit, George. This past 6 months he has been losing weight. He ... A: Did the vet do a complete blood chemistry in addition to the blood count? If not, I would strongly ... | |
| Revolution for Fleas Rabbit, dosage, skin broken? | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I recently moved into an apartment which it is now apparent, is infested with fleas. I have some ... A: The Revolution is very likely just fine if it expired only a month ago, especially if it's never ... | |
| diarrhea | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has diarrhea, so I took her to the vet, he proscribed nystatin for a yeast infection. Now ... A: Please read this immediately: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html Your bunny has more going on ... | |
| uveitis and other eye issues | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: S. may have contacted you about Prince Romeo in the past. His white cloudy eye that had and ulcer, ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| eye infection? Wild baby cottontails | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: About four weeks ago I ruined (cutting grass) an American Cottontails nest. There were six baby ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| sick bunny- pasteurella? | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: Hey There Dana, My self and my boyfriend have been the proud owner of our bunn Truffles since ... A: I apologize for the delay. Unexpectedly, a middle school ecology outreach program I was running ... | |
| Rabbit Bite | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a young rabbit (3 weeks old) and he has been bitten by my older female rabbit (about 5 ... A: A deep bite is cause to get bunny to the vet if not for sutures, then to see if the bunny needs ... | |
| My bunny looks like he has seizures. | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: My bunny has just been put on antibiotics because they said he had an ear infection. I took him in ... A: These are not seizures, but your bunny may be experiencing vertigo from an inner ear infection. ... | |
| runny eyes with white liquid | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old female rabbit, she recently have runny eyes (both eyes), and with a light ... A: Your bunny may have blocked tear ducts. These are often associated with upper respiratory infection ... | |
| Bunnies changing color | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: Our black bunny had a white strip on her left side. This bunny got out of the yard and was missing ... A: This is very likely a different bunny. Be extremely cautious about introducing her to other ... | |
| bunny sex and pregnancy | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: Recently, my boss brought their bunny over for me to bunnysit. I have a female bunny about 5-6 ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering. A middle school ecology outreach program I was running just ... | |
| 6 month bunny toes bitten | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: we have called vets [no one open] my sons bunny was attacked thru cage bottom and the toes were ... A: I am sorry for the unavoidable delay due to an outreach program that has kept me insanely busy for ... | |
| Rabbit Plancenta Stuck? | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit(3 years) recently gave birth to one stillborn kit. She was in distress 2 days prior to and ... A: I would no way mess with this yourself. Please get her to the vet ASAP, as this could be a ... | |
| My rabbit won't eat hay!! | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I got a rabbit from a rescue centre 6 months ago, he is 6 years old. When i got him, he was slightly ... A: Your instincts seem to be better than those of the vet. This is very likely a tooth problem, and ... | |
| Doe impregnation | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: My sister and her fiance bought two rabbits off kijiji- a boy and a girl. They were in separate ... A: An eight week old baby is too young to impregnate anyone. But a female rabbit who gives birth can ... | |
| Blue Eyed Holland Lop | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: my newest Holland Lop baby is all grey and has eyes that are an ice blue, almost blind looking is ... A: The blue eyes are due to a recessive mutation of the brown-eye gene. This means that your bunny had ... | |
| OK to Use Pine Litter? | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have read that pine litter has oils that are toxic for rabbits to inhale. I saw in one of your ... A: Wood shavings have high surface area for evaporation of volatile oils that can be irritating to ... | |
| Mini Lop with a bump on his back | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: My mini Lop has a bump on his back -pinkish in color, a little scabby, . my mini lop had its mouth ... A: The photo is far too blurry and grainy for me to make anything out. But a bump like this could be ... | |
| Neutering | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm really sorry to bother you with another question and thank you so much for all your help, but I ... A: Melissa Chamomile is circling out of sexual excitement. This is the way a bunny approaches his ... | |
| bloody discharge from both eyes | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: one is worse than the other. She lives with her sister and they never fight. What is wrong with her ... A: Get her to a good vet immediately. This is an emergency, and the internet is not the right place to ... | |
| My bunny is bleeding and, she's pregnant. | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old Mini Rex bunny. She's pregnant and I'm not sure how long she has been. I didn't ... A: As my instructions clearly direct, please don't write to anyone on the internet for advice in a case ... | |
| Bunny nail rip and bathing? | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: My Bunny ripped his nail completely out. He's bleeding quite a bit. I dipped his paw in flour. Is ... A: Sorry for the delay. Our middle school ecology outreach program took over my life for the last ten ... | |
| baby rabbit-is it pregnant? | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: im not sure how old a rabbit has to be before it can conceive??? we brought a baby rabbit two weeks ... A: Females usually can't conceive before the age of about five months, but it's not impossible for them ... | |
| fur pulling | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit is pulling her fur out, i am trying to breed my rabbits but this was before or a little ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| castrated rabbit behaviour | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: We have a male rabbit that had been castrated for 3 weeks before we got him a female friend. They ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| abscess on/in neck | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: Good morning, I have an approx. 3 yr old spayed female regular ole rabbit. She is 6.25 lbs. ... A: Jaw abscesses are about the hardest thing to treat in rabbits, and they can be a chronic, horrible ... | |
| Our Dutch Bunny | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Our 4.5 yr Dutch bunny, Belly has not been well. Her neck is totally cocked to the right side and ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| Two bonded unsprayed rabbits now fighting? | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: We have two female bunnies at 5mths old who have not been sprayed. One is a black dawrf lop, the ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| Does my rabbit need a new mate? | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: About three weeks ago I lost my male. So that just leaves me with my female Azumi. A friend of mine ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| Ileus? | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I am writing you about my dwarf rabbit Scooter. He is about two now and is having some digestive ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, a condition not uncommon in rabbits ... | |
| GI Stasis? Will only eat pellets | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I have been researching the internet for everything I can to help my bunny through this and have ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| rabbits and diseases | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: What is the symptoms and cure in pasterella disease in rabbits? A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| Rabbit's eye has red above the pupil. | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit's eye has a line of red above his pupil, in the sclera. He's mostly acting normal, but he ... A: Sorry for the delay; I have just finished an excruciatingly busy middle school ecology outreach ... | |
| scrotal hernia in elder bun | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 12.5-13 yo neutered male who has recently developed a scrotal hernia (vet confirmed). ... A: This is truly a case where you're caught between a rock and a hard place. You might want to ... | |
| is straw bedding ok for dwarf rabits to eat | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: if my dwarf rabbit eats straw bedding will it cause a blockage to where it will plug her up so she ... A: Straw is safe to eat, as long as it's clean, dry and fresh. For bedding, we use 100% cotton mats, ... | |
| Wounded wild baby bunny | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: A cat attack this poor baby cottontail bunny and it has 2 wounds. I managed to get it into a box, ... A: This baby's life is in terrible danger from any cat wound. He needs to be put on antibiotics ... | |
| fleas | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: well i did have to go get some new stuff and i put it on him and he still has them! they gave me ... A: Fleas have to bite the host before the Revolution kills them, so you may be seeing fleas that are ... | |
| weepy eye due to molar root intrusion | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has had weepy eye for two and a half months now. My vet tried to flush the tear duct but ... A: It's not a silly question. The roots don't actually grow up. It's more a case of the bones ... | |
| Rabbit ate plastic, what to do? | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, We removed the door and handle of our rabbit's (Franklin) pet carrier and put it in his ... A: I would not worry too much. Hard plastic is generally chewed into very small bits if the bunny ... | |
| My rabbit had a seizure and died | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit started to get aggressive to me and my children and would attack us when we put our hand ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your bunny. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ascertain ... | |
| Found baby rabbit | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: My cats were chasing a baby ginger rabbit this morning he or she isn't injured but very scared i ... A: Here is some information to help you deal with the baby. Your little baby is likely a European ... | |
| Bunny acting strange. Pregnant? | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I love my rabbits very much (I watch and play with them every day for about 3 or 4 hours (No joke)) ... A: It's almost impossible to tell if she's pregnant, and you can hope that she's having a false ... | |
| faulty gene? | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a female netherland dwarf and a male otter dwarf. I breed them very occasionally but have ... A: It does sound as if there is some congenital, linked condition with the otter coloration. But it ... | |
| GI Stasis? Will only eat pellets | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I have been researching the internet for everything I can to help my bunny through this and have ... A: I am betting that if there is a spur sharp enough for them to notice, this is the source of the GI ... | |
| Pregnant Rabiit...not sure if she's ready to have her babies.. | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a doe that i left in the same cage with the male for four days. she's due anytime this week, ... A: No, there's nothing more you can do besides palpating. And as you say above, that doesn't always ... | |
| MARMADUKE OUR HOUSE LORD RABBIT | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: tWO QUESTIONS CAN OUR HOUSE RABBITS NIBLE ON CARD BOARD BOXES WILL IT HARM THEM I NEED A 100% ... A: Clean cardboard boxes that have been glued into their shape (no tape or staples) are quite safe and ... | |
| Gut motility/gas in stomach | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old German lop who over the last 2 years has become very prone to GI stasis/bloat. ... A: I agree with you that this really sounds like a dental problem. The drooling and picky eating are a ... | |
| Rabbit periods | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I'm worried so please contact me as soon as you get this e-mail as i am a first time pet owner!!! ... A: Blood coming from any orifice like this is certainly cause for concern. If there is a lot of blood, ... | |
| weepy eye due to molar root intrusion | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has had weepy eye for two and a half months now. My vet tried to flush the tear duct but ... A: I would not even begin to consider extracting his teeth. Removing his molars will not guarantee ... | |
| Pregnant Rabiit...not sure if she's ready to have her babies.. | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a doe that i left in the same cage with the male for four days. she's due anytime this week, ... A: Yes, it's possible that this is something related to imminent birth. But I cannot see it to know for ... | |
| Rabbit Twitching/Coughing | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit that I purchased 3 months ago, he is believed to be about 7 months old. Tonight I ... A: He might have choked on a bit of hay, if this was a one-time, transient event. But if he's still ... | |
| bonding 2 females | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: i have 2 females that i would like to become bonded, Rosie and WIllow, they are aggressive to one ... A: If the girls are already spayed and still aggressive towards one another, this might be difficult. ... | |
| age of an outside rabbit! | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: the people i live with have had an outside rabbit. he was adopted when the neighbors left him behind ... A: A well cared for house rabbit can live well into his teens. An outdoor rabbit usually has a lower ... | |
| Odd behavior in rabbit | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a three year old neutered male English lop. As of late, he has picked up some odd behaviors. ... A: Okay, there is one word for that. Weird. I know of only one rabbit, Gypsy, who did *anything* like ... | |
| pregnant rabbit | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: hi i found a stray male rabbit a month ago and let it in the run with my girl and they realy went 4 ... A: Please read all these very important articles for help with this situation: ... | |
| Rabbits eat meat? | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: It was Kinda weird a few weeks ago I was eating breakfast in the run with my rabbits and all of a ... A: Technically, rabbits are not carnivores. But you'll find the odd bunny who just loves the taste of ... | |
| Bunny question | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a m/n mini lop. He is about 4.5 years old. Just recently he has started urinating and ... A: Is the vet you saw very familiar with rabbits? How did he identify the crystals as struvite ... | |
| Help please! Cut on lip! | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit has a cut on her lip just below her nose i really need help because she cant eat or drink ... A: Yes, of course she will suffer if she absolutely cannot eat or drink. If the cut is severe, it may ... | |
| Pregnant Rabiit...not sure if she's ready to have her babies.. | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a doe that i left in the same cage with the male for four days. she's due anytime this week, ... A: I would get her to a good rabbit vet to be sure she has not developed a pyometra (infected uterus), ... | |
| Congested Nose | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I've heard questions similiar to this, but here goes anyways; My rabbit makes a congested nose ... A: Pneumonia need not be a death sentence, but this will require aggressive treatment with antibiotics. ... | |
| rabbit making rattling breathing sounds | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: last week my daughter's 4 year old female rabbit started making almost like a rattling sound ... A: Rabbits are *very* subtle about signs of illness, and if you hear respiratory noises, I would ... | |
| Rabbit's Bite! | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: Today I was cleaning my rabbit's cage and I took him out and put him under his cage.. and after I ... A: First, are you sure of the rabbit's sex? This behavior is very much like that of a female suffering ... | |
| Rabbit jumped out of my arms. | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit is only 9 weeks old, last night she jumped straight out of my arms but she seemed fine, i ... A: My advice would be to get her to a good rabbit vet immediately for evaluation. It's good that she's ... | |
| Why does my rabbit keep biting at her leg? | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I noticed there was a cut on Daisy's leg Monday night. Its a big pink raw spot above her left hind ... A: I think you need to find a vet who will take more time to properly diagnose the problem so it can be ... | |
| Bunny ear bump | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: Rabbit had a bump in his ear, about the size of a pea with a white sort of scab on top. I pulled off ... A: I would gently flush the crater with dilute povidone iodine to make sure all bacteria are killed ... | |
| Urination Frequency | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old mini-rex male, kept in doors most of the time. Fairly often he will drink over ... A: Excessive urination and excessive drinking can be a sign of renal disease. I would get your bunny ... | |
| 3 week old baby rabbit very week cant stand up n lathargic | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: i am a rabbit breeder of holland lops for 8 year. My doe had 9 babies, 2 were dwarfs n died the ... A: It is not possible for me to know whether this baby has congenital problems that are interfering ... | |
| Occasional sneezing/coughing | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old dutch bunny, Willy. The past week Willy has been sneezing and coughing on a ... A: When a bunny is exhibiting signs like this, I wouldn't consider a vet visit unnecessary. He may ... | |
| Mosquitoes | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: Krempels, I was reading an answer you had given concerning protecting your rabbits against ... A: I would not feel confident about putting anything like eucalyptus or citronella on a bunny. The oil ... | |
| 10 week old rabbit just died | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I had a 10 week old baby rabbit and it was smaller than the rest of the litter. It was eating and ... A: I am sorry about the loss of your baby bunny. Sadly, there is absolutely no way to confidently ... | |
| Cataract in one eye | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: Today I noticed our 2 yr old male rabbit has one eye that is completely opaque (looks the same as ... A: Any abnormal appearance of the eye should be immediately checked by a veterinarian with at least ... | |
| pregnant rabbit? | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: how can you tell if your rabbit is pregnant other than it starts building a nest? A: The short answer: sometimes, you can't. Until a rabbit is really far along, the only thing you ... | |
| Introducing male rabbits | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3year old neutered male rabbit who lives free range, hutched by night. 2 days ago I adopted ... A: Ohhhhh, good luck with this one. First, don't even try to bond them until the little one is ... | |
| Gut motility/gas in stomach | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old German lop who over the last 2 years has become very prone to GI stasis/bloat. ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/ileus.html Also, while the triggers of GI stasis/ileus are not ... | |
| protecting his eye injury from himself | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a large lop eared bunny named Benny who got a cat scratch on his third eye lid a couple weeks ... A: Rabbits do not do well with E-collars, so I would not recommend that. And I would not assume that ... | |
| fleas | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: my rabbit is about 3 1/2 months old and i noticed a couple fleas. i have some revolution that i had ... A: We've used Revolution on very young rabbits with good results and no adverse side effects. But if ... | |
| mushy bunny poop | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: we have three bunnies all girls and lately one of them has mushy poop that isn't in pellets and ... A: Your bunny appears to be suffering from chronic cecal dysbiosis, which is fully explained here: ... | |
| When will my Lionhead rabbit get a full Mane? | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old Lionhead bunny and I have noticed that when I look at pictures of other ... A: The boutique rabbit du jour seems to be the Lionhead Hybrid. Turns out that most purebred lionheads ... | |
| rabbit's feet are urine stained | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I've heard that there are ways to get urine stains of the rabbit but, never heard how. I would just ... A: I know of no *safe* way to clean urine stains off a bunny's feet. The fur on the bottoms of the ... | |
| 6 weeks old rabbit shivering | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: my family have just bought a baby angora a few days back. we have noticed that it keeps ... A: Baby rabbits will breathe very rapidly, especially if it's hot. Bunnies need a cool refuge, and if ... | |
| Sudden rabbit death | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: One of my 20 day old rabbit babies has been sick since 2days. It is not able to use its hind legs. ... A: I am sorry about the loss of the baby. Yes, it's possible that the mother killed the baby if it had ... | |
| cleft lips and hairballs in rabbits | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: My sister and I were riding our bikes today and had seen a wild bunny in someone's yard. We stopped ... A: He was likely someone's pet, and they just dumped him. How cruel. As good as your intentions were, ... | |
| Male making a nest? | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male rabbit. I know beyond a shadow of a doubt he is male since I had him ... A: Wow, that is really a weird one. I have to say I've never heard of this before. There is a remote ... | |
| Reoccuring mucus droppings | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: Gracie, our 8.5 year old,rabbit. Weight is 1.82Kg. Her right rear leg was amputated over 6 years ... A: Chronic, low-grade enteritis (inflammation of the intestinal lining) can cause the signs you ... | |
| baby rabbits | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: yesterday i had saw a big rabbit get hit by a car and i had found the rabbits babys so i broung them ... A: If this is a wild rabbit, please find a wildlife rehabilitator here: ... | |
| Congested Nose | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I've heard questions similiar to this, but here goes anyways; My rabbit makes a congested nose ... A: There are many different rabbit sounds, and one of them is a sort of "oinking" or "honking" sound a ... | |
| My vet diagnosed my rabbit with hemophilia. | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: My rabbit savvy veterinarian did a blood test on my dutch mix rabbit just before she was to be ... A: Your rabbit may have blood that is congenitally slow to clot, but if she had true hemophilia, she ... | |
| Litter boxes in hutches | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: We have just "received" a rabbit in an outdoor hutch from a moving friend. Whereas it is not ... A: A litterbox might give him a nice place to hang out and eat his hay, and will also be better for his ... | |
| Neutering | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm really sorry to bother you with another question and thank you so much for all your help, but I ... A: I think Chamomile is lucky to have such a perceptive, sensitive "mom". You shouldn't feel shy about ... | |
| facial paralysis? | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago I took my girl to her bunny savvy vet for a re culture for a light growth pseudomonas in ... A: It sounds as if you have a very good vet who is not only thorough, but also honest about the ... | |
| bunny sneezing, but seems fine otherwise--does he need a vet? | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: Our bunny has been sneezing and making odd sounds like he is trying to get something out of his ... A: Chronic sneezing is never a good thing, even if the discharge is clear. It would be a good idea to ... | |
| Neutered Rabbit Orgasm | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male rabbit that has been neutered for over half a year. I recently adopted a ... A: I have seen a neutered rabbit have an orgasm before, so it's not impossible. And what you describe ... | |
| rabbit mammary tumors | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: We have a pet lop rabbit. She will be 7 years old in Sept. We found a growth near her chest and ... A: If she is otherwise healthy, then I feel that surgery might be the best option. Spaying her will ... | |
| Urgent Help Needed Please | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 dwarf rabbits & im sure the female is pregnant. The problem im having is that the male ... A: You must separate the rabbits at once, so the little female can have some peace! To help prepare ... | |
| 3 month old holland lop pregnant??? | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: what will happen if she is since she is so young? also what will happen since it was brother and ... A: It's not impossible for a 3 month old baby to become pregnant, but it is definitely not good for ... | |
| Please help Accidental Pregnancy Not Sure | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: a female. We went to go get another one and we were told that it is A GIRL too. So we thought, "okay ... A: It is very difficult to tell if a rabbit is pregnant until a few days before birth, and even then it ... | |
| Bunny Bon Bon | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: First, I have to thank you for your help in the past. It was the difference between lifesaving ... A: I might want to have a good veterinary ophthalmologist have a look at bunny's eyes, to be sure she's ... | |
| my bunny's poop | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: Hey Dana, i've talked to you before and you were a lot of help. i was just wanting to ask a question ... A: You are likely seeing both fecal pellets and cecal pellets. This is normal, but having them stick ... | |
| Pimple | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: Why does my Dwarf Rabbit have a white pimple thing on a fold of skin on his private part? A: Bunnies sometimes get small "pimples" on their privates because of a clogged sebaceous gland. The ... | |
| my rabbit | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a rabbit named Charlie. I think I had him for like about 6 weeks old. Well at first she was ... A: If Charlie has lop genes, he might eventually drop one or both ears. This is due to the genes that ... | |
| Is my rabbit pregnant? | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I got two rabbits that were 6 weeks old on April 14th of this year. They are Hotot/LionHead crosses. ... A: She's still a little young to be pregnant, but it's not impossible. No way to know for sure without ... | |
| Rabbit food | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: 29p and dont if i should give her that food or not because it contains all the vegatables and its ... A: It's not a good idea to buy a pet without having done any research even to the degree of knowing ... | |
| Cottontail nest too close to our pool | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: We have an in ground pool in our backyard with a privacy fence around it. Yesterday, I noticed a ... A: I think your idea of a fence is a good one, but instead of putting it around the nest (which might ... | |
| My rabbits leg has gone lame, every thing else seems fine. please help!. | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: My rabbits leg has randomly gone totally limp. It's for sure not broken and there are no sores or ... A: Please read: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/paresis.html But if this is only one leg, the information ... | |
| is my rabbit sick | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: he is around two and a half months and he wont eat properly and doesn't play around like the rest ... A: Please read this: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sickbun.html for instructions on how to tell if your ... | |
| Bunny bruised? or just skin discolored? (not seemingly in pain) | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old Harlequin mix. He is orange and grey/black and looks like a calico cat. Today ... A: Unfortunately, I can't diagnose something like this without seeing it. It could be a scrape/scab ... | |
| Pregnant rabbit trouble | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently breeded my english spot rabbit with my mom's lop/rex mixed rabbit, and she already built ... A: Please read this right away: www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html and even more importantly: ... | |
| ec trreatment | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I have talked to several vets in my area regarding what their treatment protocol might be regarding ... A: Almost all the drugs we use on rabbits are used "off label." For a pharmaceutical company to have ... | |
| lionhead & albino | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: We have 2 rabbits, both female, the lionhead is 3yrs old and the albino about 6 mths old. I would ... A: Indoor rabbits should not have an objectionable smell, and I think you could solve this problem by ... | |
| Holland Lop's ears | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an 11 week old Holland Lop that has had his ears completely flopped ever since I got him, ... A: Holland Lops often don't have ears that lop completely down, as they're very small ears. So I have ... | |
| My bunny has the collarbone fracture!!! | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: ..My name is Melissa and I have a beautiful bunny like a pet,the problem is that yesterday in the ... A: Well, if the vet has stabilized the bone, there's not much more you can do except wait for the bone ... | |
| terrible molars | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old German Lop. For the last 3 years he's been having terrible teeth problems. ... A: While it's unfortunate for a bunny to lose his teeth, it's not a death sentence. I've known many ... | |
| Urgent question regarding odd bunny behaviour | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: A little while ago my roughly 3 month old mini rex suddenly acting odd while she was running around. ... A: It sounds as if your bunny had some source of irritation either in her mouth or ear, and the chewing ... | |
| My Lop Rocks her Head SideBy Side | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: My Lop Rabbit Seems To Sit Alone & In the corner alot even though at times the other rabbits smother ... A: Some rabbits are "scanners" by birth. No one really knows why they do this, but they gently move ... | |
| Buffered Protonic acid - Safe for rabbits? | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering if compressed timothy hay bales which are sprayed with buffered protonic acid as a ... A: There are many different kinds of protonic acids; a protonic acid is any acid that forms hydrogen ... | |
| skin irritation | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I have an in tact male rabbit, i rescued two years ago, i recently took him indoors as a storm ... A: Without seeing the lesions, I can't really tell what they are. Could be mange, or insect bites, ... | |
| rabbit licking fur off front legs | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: My netherland dwarf has started to excessive lick her front paws and legs, which i think has caused ... A: I really doubt this is boredom. Parrots overgroom from boredom, but rabbits do not. More likely, ... | |
| small black dots on male rabbits penis? | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: i have a male desexed castor mini rex and when giving him a once over for health, when i checked his ... A: A bunny, like a human, can develop pigmented spots and moles on various regions of the skin with ... | |
| rabbit is bleeding... | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: . i have just been out to feed my rabbit who is roughly 5 yrs old, there is blood all over the ... A: If you had blood coming from your nether regions, I think you would immediately get yourself to a ... | |