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- 05/03/2018 at 3:29 AM
  iggybunny
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  Hey, does anyone know how to find a lost rabbit or if it will come home? My rabbit usually lives inside but today i let out him on the grass outside in an xpen, iwas watching him the whole time but i went up to go to the bathroom, the smoke detector went off and scared him and he got out. ive been searching the neighborhood high and low but nothing. its very cold out and its night now im very worried,,, any help apperciated thanks
- 05/03/2018 at 4:04 AM
  Heaven
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  I have never been through this personally but I understand how worried you must be… sending all my positive vibes & crossing my fingers for you that you find him <3
- 05/03/2018 at 4:11 AM
  kurottabun
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  It depends on the bunny. Some bunnies do but I’d be more worried about the potential dangers when the bunny is outdoors rather than their sense of direction.
  
  My previous bunny (who has since passed) used to squeeze out of our house compound and run a few doors away. We kept her favourite pellets in a metal ice-cream box back then and would always shake it as we walked around searching for her. We would then see her dashing over from about five doors away because apparently she could hear the sound and recognised it. Not sure if there is something similar you can do.
  
  So yes it is possible that he may come back. Hope he does soon :/
- 05/03/2018 at 7:27 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  If your rabbit would be excited by the sound of a treat or pellet bag, walking around with it may help.
  
  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.
- 05/03/2018 at 8:20 AM
  sarahthegemini
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  Oh no, so sorry to hear this I have no advice to offer as i’ve not experienced this but i’m crossing my fingers that she comes back unscathed.
- 05/03/2018 at 7:00 PM
  LittlePuffyTail
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  Have you contacted your local SPCA? Also, your City may have a Facebook “Lost and Found Pets” group.
  
  Some tips here:
  
  https://www.petrescue.com.au/librar…guinea-pig
  
  You could try renting or buying a live trap. The trap can be set up with buns fave foods. But needs to be closely watched as a trapped bunny can panic.
  
  Really hope you are able to find your bun!
- 05/03/2018 at 7:55 PM
  iggybunny
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  update – someone on the street next to ours found him with some puncture wounds and took him to the vet, currently waiting on more info
- 05/04/2018 at 2:46 AM
  sarahthegemini
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  Oh my gosh, well it’s great that he was found. Hopefully the puncture wounds are more superficial and fast healing.
- 05/04/2018 at 9:15 AM
  LittlePuffyTail
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  Glad to hear he is found but sad he is injured. Hope he is okay.
- 05/04/2018 at 9:59 AM
  Ellie from The Netherlands
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  Oh no! That’s every bunny owner’s worst nightmare! Not sure how to feel right now: on one hand I’m so happy that he’s back, on the other I’m hoping that he’ll be all right. Poor bun, glad to hear that someone took him to the vet. I hope he wasn’t attacked by another animal. Get well soon little one!
- 05/04/2018 at 12:14 PM
  Mikey
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  So glad he has been found! (((((quick healing vibes)))))
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