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BINKYBUNNY FORUMS

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- 03/10/2018 at 8:58 AM
  Rain
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  Rain has only gone out of the house in a carrier twice in his life. Today, I have his presurgery appointment with his veternarian in two hours, and the little fluffball won’t step a foot inside his carrier. I’ve put treats, hay, oats, pellets, but nope. He will not go in. I’m just trying to see right now if he will be cooperative or not before we have to go so that I can figure out a way to get him in quickly without wasting time. I don’t have any veggies on hand right now, which is sad because those are his favorite things in the world. I don’t want to push him in because that would be mean and stressful for him. I can’t pick him up (I’ll have to ask the vet how I’m going to pick him up after his surgery.) because he hates it and would jump out of my arms. What is the least stressful way I can get Rain to go in his carrier?
- 03/10/2018 at 9:32 AM
  tobyluv
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  Will he go near the opening of the carrier if you are sitting beside it on the floor? If he is very close to the carrier, you would only have to pick him up an inch or two off the floor, put him in the carrier and quickly shut the door.
- 03/10/2018 at 10:34 AM
  DanaNM
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  This also may not be the most helpful suggestion at this moment, but you really should be able to pick your bunny up, in cases of emergency this will be necessary.
  
  If held properly he would not be able to jump out.
  
  Not advocating picking bun up all the time, but sometimes a little tough love is necessary.
  
  I like to start by petting on the nose to they stay calm. Then slide your left forearm (if you are right handed) along side the left side, and your right hand under the front quarters on the right side. I use a “C” grip, so thumb on bun’s shoulders, fingers either in bun’s armpits or front legs (but not feet). Simultaneously scoop up bun’s bum with your left hand while lifting with your right, and pin bun against your left forearm. Then tuck him under your left armpit, while maintaining this grip, like you are running a football.
  
  The most secure bun feels, the less likely to struggle.
  
  . . . The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 03/10/2018 at 11:36 AM
  Rain
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  Hey guys! I went to the appointment already. He or shouldn’t I say SHE finally went inside her carrier after a little tiny push in the right direction and we took her and everything was fine.
  I think after the vets picked her up and everything she wasn’t that scared anymore, and kind of realized it’s not that bad to be held.
  I don’t think there’s a way I could hold her securely without her feeling scared because unfortunately, I’m not the strongest kid, and my arms are sticks. And not able to withstand bunny kicks. But my dad can hold her just fine in emergencies.
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