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BINKYBUNNY FORUMS

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- 06/05/2018 at 7:29 PM
  LeVar Bunton
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  My bun has a little scratch on his eye and was prescribed an eyedrop and an oral medication. Getting him to take the oral medication is a nightmare. He’s a sweet bun and loved to be pet and stroked, but is not a fan of being held. When I try to contain him, he gets agitated and keeps squirming out of my arms. The longer it goes on, the more difficult it becomes and I worry that I’m just freaking him out more. What’s funny is that you can tell he likes the flavor of the medication when he finally gets it down, but it takes forever! Any tips for making it go down a little easier?
- 06/05/2018 at 7:44 PM
  Wick & Fable
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  This is how I give Wick oral meds he doesn’t want to take.
  
  It’s important to remember to trust yourself. While rabbits are fragile, generally people have good judgement on what’s too hard of a grip versus what’s simply secure. Rabbits can really reflect what the owner is expressing, so if your grip and body language is insecure, the rabbit because even more insecure. Stay firm and be confident.
  
  Hopefully this helps!
  
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- 06/06/2018 at 6:26 AM
  LeVar Bunton
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  Thank you this morning went better. He’s still agitated, but it went much more quickly. So he has some time to calm down before I go to work . I think the trusting myself is the main thing I have to work on. I just need to be confident and get him secure in hand as swiftly as possible. He suspects something is up so quickly!! I’m so glad he’s incredibly sweet and not a bitter (even though he’s a spaz)
- 06/06/2018 at 8:55 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  That’s great news! And yes, rabbits are forgiving as long as the owner continues to look out for them appropriately and kindly. Even if he goes through a bit of a fit each day because of meds, the other 23+ hours are hopefully enjoyable for him. Hope he has a speedy recovery!
  
  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.
- 06/06/2018 at 9:29 AM
  Deleted User
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  Another easy way is to just squirt it on his greens or cut up a baby carrot/ his favorite fruit and squirt a little on each piece. Bombur has been on so much medicine and I’ve never done it any other way.
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