Grass seed stuck up rabbit's nose

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- 08/26/2020 at 1:13 AM
  BanjoBunny
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  I recently bought a small, cheap bale of meadow hay (not sure what type) from a fodder store for both my rabbit to eat and to use for my chicken’s bedding. My bunny loved it, but I noticed there were a lot of small leaves and grass seeds. My rabbit ate those too, but this afternoon when I went to feed her I saw that she had a grass seed stuck up her nose and I had to remove it (not fun). Luckily she is okay now, although she does have a bit of a sore nose. I am currently in the process of removing all of the grass seeds from the litterbox. Never buying this hay again, it’s not worth the risk.
  
  Please buy good quality hay for your rabbits, this could have been much worse and if left unnoticed, your rabbit could die very quickly.
- 08/26/2020 at 2:27 AM
  Bam
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  I’m so glad you got it out! Thank goodness it didnt get really serious.
  
  This can actually happen with most types of hay, and it often needs veterinary attention. Its sth to keep in mind if a rabbit suddenly get a upper respiratory issue. Hay can also make its way into the eyes, get stuck and cause significant trouble.
- 08/29/2020 at 6:31 AM
  pinkiemarie
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  Oh my gosh I’m so glad you noticed! Everyone remember: rabbits can’t breathe through their mouth! If you notice an obstruction in their nose, even just a little bunny booger, it needs to be removed right away.
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