Rabbits are sensitive creatures that need a lot of care. It’s important to always be cautious if you notice anything different with your bunnies.
Sudden head tilt, paralysis, uncontrollable spinning and rolling – these are the most common signs of a parasitic infection called E. Cuniculi (EC). It is said that a high percentage of rabbits have actually been exposed to the parasite, but only a few show signs of illness. The parasite can lie dormant for months and even years, and when the rabbit’s immune system weakens, it … Continue reading E. Cuniculi
A rabbit’s teeth never stops growing, which is why it is important that they eat hay to constantly trim them down. While pellets and other chew toys can take care of their front teeth, the only way to trim down their molars or back teeth is to eat hay. A rabbit with no or little hay in his/her diet will be more prone in developing … Continue reading Overgrown Teeth
GASTROINTESTINAL STASIS: Gastrointestinal Stasis (G.I. Stasis) is a common but very serious and life threatening condition wherein the rabbit’s digestive system slows down or stops. Rabbits experiencing G.I. Stasis look more or less normal, therefore making it hard to notice right away. The first sign of stasis that is the most commonly noticed is when your rabbit suddenly refuses to eat (even his favorite treat!) … Continue reading G.I. Stasis
Rabbits are sensitive creatures and they can contract several different health issues. Here are common illnesses that we’ve also experienced first-hand. If you do encounter similar issues with your rabbit, please consult a rabbit-savvy veterinarian first before taking any action. WOUNDS: If your rabbit is wounded, the first thing to do is to check if it’s deep or not. For minor wounds, you may clean the … Continue reading Health & Illnesses
Spaying and Neutering – you might have heard of these before, but they’re more commonly done for dogs and cats. This is the procedure in which the reproductive organs are surgically removed to prevent aggressive behavior and certain diseases. In the Philippines, most rabbit owners and even pet shops don’t know the importance of spaying or neutering a rabbit. When we had Bonbon, we were … Continue reading Spaying and Neutering
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