RIP Baby Daisy xx

[Daisy&Poppy]

Hi All,

Im new to the forum and I wanted to share my story tp see of anything similar happened to anyone else and to make sense of this sadness I feel. 

My darling Daisy went in for a spay and that evening the vet said it was textbook amd she was doing well and even eating. Next morning I had a voicemail and assumed it was about picking her up. The vet had said daisy had not pooped through the night as she should and they were worried about her. Also she was hunched im the cage. They hooked her up to oxygen. I burst into tears I couldnt bear to thimk of her alone and in pain in the surgery over night. Shes so timid amd shy and I knew she would be fretting. They called back an hour later to say she has suffered convulsions and passed away. I have not stopped sobbimg since I cant accept ill never see my baby again. She was my world and I doted on her. I cant eat or sleep and im full of guilt. 

Her bonded partner is simply devastated. Hes so lethargic ans pining and hes normally the most boisterous of buns. It turns out daisu had a peptic ulcer and it burst after her op. Most likely from stress. This kills me I cant bear to think of her in pain.

Im so heartbroken and i miss her soooo much already I cant function

Has anyone experienced the loss of their bun during or post spay?

[mijOok]

Sorry I have no experience to share, but I did just want to say I’m so sorry for your loss. I know finding out from a vet call like that post surgery feels absolutely devastating, but I hope you and Daisy’s bonded partner will find strength and heal with time.

{{{Binky Free Baby Daisy}}} <3

[LongEaredLions]

I am so sorry. You did what was best, sometimes things just happen. She knows you love here. Sending bunny kisses to you and your other bunny. (((((BinkyFreeDaisy)))))

[Deleted User]

How upsetting – I am so so sorry you lost your Daisy (beautiful name for a beautiful girl). I haven’t lost a bun, my Henry is my first and I couldn’t imagine my life without him either. But I lost my eldest dog after 15 years and my mum (best friend) and even though it’s been a few years now I’m still recovering. Your Daisy will be no different – but I can promise you as you get through each day, it does get that little bit easier. I didn’t think I could, but with time I can again enjoy everything wonderful, smile and even laugh again – especially when I think of my Molly and my mum. Take the guilt away, that doesn’t do anyone any good. Just think everything wonderful – think Daisy! Take care.

[JG8]

Sorry for you loss, losing a close pet is so sad.
You bun is probally grieving as much as you are…My old rabbit had a guniepig for a mate and when he died my bunny was so sad and she grieved for quite a long time. The same happened to my old pet kakariki bird when my dog passed away. He lost feathers and wasn’t himself. Animals grieve as we do so I’d suggest just giving your bun a lot of attention and making sure he eats.
Dont feel guilty there is nothing you could have done! Take care

[RabbitPam]

My condolences on the loss of Daisy. A spay is a more risky procedure since it is internal than a neuter, and it is not unheard of. Like with humans, any time you have surgery there is a risk of other things happening, and I have heard of this, sadly, Rabbits are really very tiny, and it takes both skill and luck. I’m sure your vet is devastated as well.

Both you and her bonded partner need comfort, and what better way than to have you snuggle each other and pay extra attention in this terrible time.
{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}

[Daisy&Poppy]

Thanks so much to everyone for your kind words and thoughts. It means alot to share this sad experience with other bunny owners. Its hard to gain peoples understanding about the grief losing a beloved bunny causes esp if they are not a pet owner.

The question now is how soon can I rebond pops. He is pining terrible how do I know if we are both ready for a new bun in the house or how do I keep him from being lonely. We both miss Daisy so bad. Even my boyfriend does too

[Jessie1990]

My rabbit Korra died the day before Easter from complications with her spay. It was very sad and frustrating because the vet that spayed her told me to wait it out and that it was just her being a normal rabbit after being spayed. So I waited a day. The next day she began grinding her teeth. I called the vet and she gave me metacam. (I had to drive an hour each time I went to get things from the vet, and on the final visit). I desperately tried to force feed her CC with no results. After 3 more hours, I made the decision to rush her to the vet for fluids. I cried a lot while I tried to feed her, and my other rabbit (Ashe) watched. Ashe is normally very aggressive and grumpy, but she became very attentive and sad while she watched me try to save the bunny she had never met (we were going to bond them after a month).

I think this was the most traumatic loss I had ever experienced (and I have seen a lot of people/animals go). I still can’t share this experience without shedding tears. I do not like feeling helpless, and I still wonder if I could have done more. Anyway, we rushed her in for one last vet visit on the Friday before Easter. The vet stayed in her office with her until she passed, trying everything she could to save her. She said she thinks it was either something wrapped around her renal gland, which caused it to shut down, or a hereditary problem. They sent me two cards and called several times to check on how Ashe and I were doing (Ashe had her spay the same day and bounced back in 2 hours…). They also, cremated Korra for me free of charge and refunded for the spay.

As much as I appreciate the kindness of the vet, I decided to find a new one. I just didn’t feel comfortable sending my babies to her anymore. It took me 8 months to convince myself to get Korra’s “little brother” neutered (yes, we adopted her younger brother from another litter, but that is another story). I will probably chose to adopt from a shelter to avoid this situation ever again.

BTW I think it may have been a hereditary issue, because Moogle took awhile to bounce back as well. He’s Korra’s brother and he goes into stasis when under stress quite frequently. I learned a lot from the experience with Korra, so I feel better prepared to take care of Moogle when he has these issues. I havn’t ever had to rush him to the vet, but I do have a very thorough emergency care kit.

Sorry this is so long and all over the place… I find it hard to keep my thoughts straight when I think back to those days. While it was a very terrible experience, I did learn quite a bit. Also, it was after this time that I bonded with Ashe. She’s quite aggressive (lunging, biting, scratching, kicking) but I also learned she is very affectionate in her own way. I don’t think we would have bonded so strongly if I hadn’t had some time to focus on her and learn exactly what makes her mad lol.

I also lost my 17 year old cat I had since I was 5 very recently. While I miss him the most, it was expected due to health issues he has had for awhile. I think it’s harder to lose a life so unexpectedly and so young. I feel your pain, and you can send me personal messages if you would like to talk anytime I would give your bunny some time to grieve and maybe be your bunnies bonded human for a bit. You guys can comfort each other. Getting another bunny into the mix before you both are ready might cause things to be a bit crazy.

[LittlePuffyTail]

I want to offer you my most sincere condolences on the loss of your bunny. She was obviously very lucky to have you because you loved her so much. ((((Hugs))))

(((((Binky Free Daisy)))))

[DaisyBunz]

I just wanted to send some virtual love your way…I am terribly sorry for your loss. We all can relate to the heartache. ):
I know what it’s like to lose a young bunny. My first rabbit was Charlie, my Flemish Giant baby. He lived only a few months before dying suddenly of g statis. I wasn’t as experienced in bunnies as I am now, and I didn’t know the signs or the urgency of the situation. ):
Once again, I want to express my sympathy for you and her bonded partner. Take care and remember it wasn’t your fault, so don’t feel guilty.
Much love <3

((Binky Free Baby Daisy!!))

[JPetrucci84]

This is not what I need to hear during my thoughts of spaying my girl, haha. My condolences for your loss

[bunnygirl]

Binky free over the bridge Daisy, look after you momma okay? I think you and Daisy’s husbun need to comfort and condole each other during this time. You’ll gain your strength together.

(((hugs)))

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