Sick Rabbit *updated with pics*

[areias]

Remember this: bunnies are not as far along domesticated as dogs and cats are. Therefore, in the wild, they cannot be seen as sick or another animal may notice this and they will be more prone to be eaten. By the time the rabbit is showing obvious symptoms of being sick...its usually very sick. It's good that she's active though. I would suggest not giving her a bath...there is probably a reason she smells that way. Get her to the vet or someone who knows about rabbits...depending on where you get her you might be able to call them. Or even call a petstore that carries rabbits. They'll be able to tell you something.

[jackie]

She is still eating and acting normal. I have been keeping a close eye on her all day, and everything is as normal, just the soft stools and runny nose.

I cannot take her to the vets until monday, when we get a car, at the moment we only have the motorcycle.

[buttercup132]

taxi?

[Karen]

You can clean just her bottom with a damp washcloth, that'll help her be more comfortable and less stinky, but it won't be as stressful as a b-a-t-h. Just keep telling her you love her.

Has her diet changed at all recently?

[jackie]

Nope, she is eating the same pellet and veg diet I have had her on since I got her about 6 months ago. I keep watching my other rabbit for signs of illness, but he is he same old grumpy self. I have them apart now, just to be safe.

[jackie]

I just gave her a quick wipe down, and it didn't seem to help much. She is white and her bottom is stained brown now, I think that may have to grow out. One thing I noticed is that her vagina has swollen balls almost like testicles. Is that normal??? Maybe she is in heat?

[Karen]

How old is she? Has she not been spayed? Cut out the veggies for now, and just give her pellets, see if her poop firms back up.

Never give a bunny pharmacy medicine without a veterinarian's orders. Bunnies have very delicate digestive systems, and cannot throw up.


To the vet Monday in any case!