A little worried..seeking advise

[FuegaNetsah]

First off all I would like to put up a disclaimer that I might be worried over nothing.

So I have a bonded pair who have recently turned 5 years old. We have also recently moved from the west coast to the east coast. They have adapted to their new living area pretty well, i think. I have started noticing that they look a little thinner than usual. However, they were a little plump to start off with (not obese but had some nice rounded bellies going on). I am sort of worried why this is. Could it be middle age? Could it be location? I asked the girl if she had a tape-worm, but she just looked at me. They are still eating, still get excited over treats. I think most of the worry is coming from it is a colder winter out here and i would think they would be mowing constantly because it is getting colder already. It is mostly the girl that it is more noticeable in. Any advise?

[Sam and Lady's Human]

A few clarifying questions…
What girl did you ask who just looked at you?
What is mowing?
Is their diet exactly the same as the west coast?
Have you taken them to the vet recently?

[FuegaNetsah]

Sorry..the girl bunny. I like to have these health discussions with her but she doesnt give much feedback.

Mowing..like chowing down with great gusto.

Their diet is pretty much the same. I did have to change their brand of food because the east coast doesnt have it. I think it has more fiber because their pellets have gotten bigger.

No, I have not taken them to the vet as of yet. Funds are limited at this time.

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

See a vet Any change could be a health issue. Since it’s in both, a parasite could be possible. You can then compare the weights (they’ll weigh at the vet) with previous weights and you’ll know if you’ve imagined it or are noticing something of concern.

Also-you may want to invest in a large food scale, that way you could weigh them frequently and monitor.

[RabbitPam]

It’s a good idea to have them both checked by a vet because you want to establish a relationship with a new one in your new home anyway.
So, bring their records so she can know what their weight was, and any other information such as what shots they’ve had, etc.
If you need help finding a good vet for bunnies, ie. Exotics, go to http://www.rabbit.org (HRS site) and use their vet finder for your location.

Girl bunnies don’t like to talk about their weight, so it’s not surprising she didn’t respond.
Depending where on the East coast you are, I would recommend two brands of pellets to try: either Oxbow Bunny Basics-T for adults, or a brand I used in New England called Big Red Rabbit Food. Both can be found at either pet stores, feed stores or your local vet can order.

[Beka27]

Is your girl spayed? I am assuming she is because she has a bonded mate, but I’m asking because of the high risk of cancer in unspayed females… which as it progressed, would lead to noticeable weight loss. This would not explain the weight loss in your male, however.

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