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Forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A Pleas help, my bunny is having problems with his back legs

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    • Dukebaby
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        My bunny duke is almost a year old. We had some serious issues with ear mites the past 2 months that were affecting his balance. I noticed that during this time he was favouring his back left leg and would fall constantly when trying to hop. I took him to the vet on 3 separate occasions to deal with the ear mite problem (I feel so guilty for that) I told the vet about his leg and he said he probably just strained it when he was trying to figure out his balance. He felt all around both legs and hips and said he didn’t seem to be in any pain and he’s eating normally and drinking, he even tested his stool. Now that the ear mite problem has cleared up he’s been doing really good, hopping around outside (although he is an inside bunny and I let him out very little) but yesterday and today I noticed he can barely hop at all, he falls right over and rolls around and tries to get back on his feet. I called the vet this morning and plan on bringing Duke there Tuesday morning (as Monday is a holiday). What I would really like is to hear from other bunny owners who have had similar problems and what they might be. (Please do not tell me to take him to the vet as I am already going to do that). I just love this bunny so much and he’s so young I am terrified it’s something really serious and he’s not going to be able to hop again ever.

        He is eating and drinking and otherwise normal, does not seem to be in pain and when i feel around his legs, feet and hips he does not pull away.


      • RabbitPam
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          It could be several things, so I’m glad you are bringing him back to the vet as soon as you can. I am only speculating here, so don’t take this as medical advice.
          In the meantime, watch him carefully and assist him with things like moving, getting into his litter pan, eating, and let him rest. If he gets worse soon, call your vet to describe his symptoms and ask if it’s an emergency.

          First, it may be a re-occurrence of the ear mites. I urge you to keep him indoors, possibly for good, to avoid getting any more. If you don’t know where they came from, they may be from where he was outside. It’s perfectly OK to have a totally indoor bunny who’s never been out (I do). They feel safe inside, get clean food and exercise, and can relax. So don’t think you’re depriving him by being a House Bunny.

          Another possiblility is that he has a disorder called Head Tilt, which is very uncomfortable for a bunny, but treatable. If it is that, you can prop him with some pillows to keep him from falling over and stop the dizziness. There is more info. on head tilt on the site, but I hesitate to have to research it until you have a correct diagnosis, since it can be a scary illness, and I don’t want to alarm you more. Let the vet diagnose it.

          Finally, with a leg disorder from before, he just may have injured himself again and is struggling to get his bearings. Again, help him to stay off his bad leg and stay settled and comfortable until he can be examined. Does your vet have any Saturday hours? You may want to call today in case he can be brought in and left there for a thorough exam and beginning treatment. We really can’t tell via the internet, but with a bunny a disorder can progress quickly, so just a phone call to your vet may bring you some relief until Tuesday. (The vet may be able to rule out head tilt, or tell you what to watch for and how to make him comfortable.)
          Sending {{{{{{{{{{{Healing vibes}}}}}}}} to duke.


        • jerseygirl
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            I’m also speculating:
            Consider E.Cuniculi which is treatable. It can be a cause of both Head Tilt and Hind Limb Paralysis.

            Another possibility is something to do with his spine.

            Third possibility is perhaps ticks or something?

            Sending {{{vibes}}} for Duke. I know it’s frightening to see and I hope you can figure out what’s going on.

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