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BINKYBUNNY FORUMS > DIET & CARE > no eating or pooping since spay!!!
Last Post by BB at 09/07/2012 09:40 PM (15 Replies)
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User is Offline bullrider76543
Joplin MO
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09/05/2012 01:48 PM
OK my vet said Baby did really well durring the surgery. but Since she has been home she has not pooped or eaten, I havent seen her pee or drink either. am I panicing?????? She is my first one I have ever had issues with, I am afraid to let her lapse into status!!! how long should I wait untill I call the vet??
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User is Offline Sarita
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09/05/2012 01:57 PM
Wasn't the spay this afternoon? If so then you are panicking. It can take 24 hours for her to want to even start eating. It is best to just leave her overnight and not fuss with her - make sure she is not in a drafty area either.

User is Offline bullrider76543
Joplin MO
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09/05/2012 02:01 PM
ok ty, she is just laying in the recovery cage in the living room near me so I can watch her. yes it was this morning, and she is my first girl I had done. all the boys were eating before they got home.
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User is Offline Sarita
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09/05/2012 02:04 PM
Females do take longer to recover - could be 48 to 72 hours for her to feel better. Boys do bounce back quickly.

User is Offline bullrider76543
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09/05/2012 02:06 PM
thank you so much, I just worry they are my babies lol ya this soldier has a soft spot fot his bunnies lol
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User is Offline Kokaneeandkahlua
Edmonton, Alberta; Canada
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09/05/2012 07:13 PM
{{{Vibes}]} Dump the litter box and vacuum everything-that way your poop/pee watch will be more accurate. And wait until tomorrow later to start panicking I'm currently on the poop watch tonight too, so sending {{poop vibes}} your way
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User is Offline jerseygirl
Australia
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09/05/2012 07:20 PM
They are to easy to worry over!
It is a but harder on the girls so normal that she's not doing much yet. I do want to ask though, did she eat prior to surgery? ( important rabbits do). Her normal amount of food?
Also, did they give her pain meds after? Some vets use a long lasting med so they don't send you home with any. But they may give you some in case.

I hope you see her rally soon. I agree with others though, this is normal at this stage. Baby is lucky to have attentive human
parents fussing over her. : )

User is Offline LittlePuffyTail
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09/06/2012 01:05 AM
How is Baby today? If she still doesn't have much of an appetite, try offering some fragrant herbs like mint, cilantro or parsley.

It is difficult dealing with a post spay bunny. They just look and act so pitiful. Olivia was pretty bad after her spay. I spent the night laying in her condo with her, we honestly thought she was going to die. She was super lethargic and looked to be in a lot of pain. She was eating and hopping around some by the next day. Drama Queen Olivia.
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User is Offline Beka27
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09/06/2012 01:40 AM
It can definitely take a full 24 hours, and I ditto having some fresh herbs on hand and scatter some hay around. What has also worked for some bunnies is gently poking (tickling) them in the mouth with some soft hay or herbs. Sometimes out of annoyance they'll take a bite, causing them to continue to eat.
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User is Offline bullrider76543
Joplin MO
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09/06/2012 02:36 AM
no eating yet, I caught her sipping some water though. they used long lasting meds so she didnt need any, and said if she was in pain to call. she has moved around a little more but is still sleeping a lot. I am going to try the mint or cilantro since that is one of her favorites.
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User is Offline bullrider76543
Joplin MO
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09/06/2012 02:39 AM
OMG TY TY TY TY TY She is eating some cilantro!!! not a lot but she ate a few peices!!
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User is Offline LittlePuffyTail
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09/06/2012 02:46 AM
Glad to hear it!
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User is Offline Theresa
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09/06/2012 03:55 AM
So glad to hear she is eating a little bit, bullrider!!!!

User is Offline bullrider76543
Joplin MO
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09/07/2012 07:11 AM
she is eating small amounts and pooped a little bit. I let her out of her recovery cage to see Blue and she perked right up. she seems to be doing well today. thank you everyone.
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User is Offline Skipper's Mama
Florida
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09/07/2012 12:50 PM
I'm glad Baby is doing better! =]

User is Offline BB
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09/07/2012 09:40 PM
Nibbling is good! Her appetite should continue to increase. Keep us updated!
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