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Congestive heart failure is not unheard of in rabbits. It isn’t very common though. Something like that can definitely lead to fluid building around the lungs.

I’m not aware of any infections that are known to cause fluid around the lungs. Of course, it can happen with just about any viral or bacterial infection, but it is secondary and also…[Read more]

Yes, it was Furosemide.  I actually suggested draining the fluid, but the vet is concerned it may send her into shock. I’m not as concerned. The vet also says with a fluid sample she may be able to tell for sure what it is, and if Furosemide does not provide relief, I will likely insist on draining for both reasons, unless I get other…[Read more]

If the vet did x-rays, then suspected tumors should be visible. However, it’s possible the fluid around the lung made it difficult to make out features. If your vet is having a hard time making a proper diagnosis, then it may be advisable to seek a second opinion.

Without more information, it seems your best bet would be to treat the symptoms…[Read more]

The tumor is more a hypothesis from her than anything. No confirmation of anything.

She didn’t suggest further tests. I will appreciate any guidance on dealing with her and this situation. For all I know it’s not related to cancer at all.

Yes, I would just stick with whatever works. If you find something she will eat, then keep getting it. You can always reduce the amount once she has gained enough weight. The reduced amount would then just be for maintenance.

Did the vet say what kind of tumor this is? Is it a thymoma? Or does she have cancer elsewhere (reproductive) and it metastasized to her lungs? It isn’t unheard of for fluid to build in the pleural cavity.

We are not vets, but we can share experiences with you that happened with our own bunnies. We need additional information though. There are…[Read more]

Actually, I did hesitate to post if I should try something like Kaytee LOL!

So I did ask the vet if she takes to young pellets, if I should remove them after she gains weight and the vet said no. It’s better to not have a rollercoaster weight so I get it. So then would I stick to Kaytee if it works? Perhaps try and see first before worrying.

She…[Read more]

I hate to say this… but have you tried “cheap” brands? Not the ones that have the junk in them. But Kaytee, for example, has plain pellets. If the intention is to fatter her up a bit, then I don’t think they brand of pellet is going to matter so much.

So I think they *might* be officially bonded now 🙂 I don’t want to jinx it! I’ll probably give it another 24-48 hours or so before I call it. Haven’t seen a nip in 2 days/48 hrs now I believe. Still not hanging out too much but improving!

I think it worked! I tried in the closet last week but maybe not hard enough because he would still nip after so I stopped trying:( I wish I did this sooner. Comforting Snoopy seemed to be the answer vs trying to get her to stop mounting. I was able to get to them multiple times and seems like it’s getting out of her system because the last time…[Read more]

Yes I’ve decided to change vets I found a referral from a local rabbit rescue 🙂

I’ll have to try that, Appa is a fighter and does not tolerate being held at all :/ I cut hit nails by putting a towel down on the kitchen table and going one foot/hand at a time when he’ll tolerate me lifting one of his paws which can take up to half an hour to…[Read more]

Agree, I would say 3 weeks is the minimum standard amount of time to wait post-neuter, 4 weeks would be safest.

Since there was an injury, I’d actually separate them completely (out of sight and smell) while you wait for their neuter and they recover. That way they can forget each other a bit, as rabbits can hold grudges. They will smell very…[Read more]

That’s awful you had that experience at the vet. Is it possible for you to find another vet that may have more experience with exotics? I’ve found when an office has more than 1 exotics vet, their technicians are all very good with rabbits because they see them regularly.

Do you have someone to help you at home?

This isn’t scent gland specific,…[Read more]

That’s a great idea! Breaking cycles of fear/aggression is a good thing!

He definitely has some in there as I got some out, I’m concerned I need to clean it all out or perhaps checking next week if he’s able to get the rest himself. I sit on the couch and hold under his arms with his body against me and his bum scooted a little forward resting on my lap so he’s in a banana shape and I can see his rectal region. I get…[Read more]

Thank you, the really bad fight where one was injured was a week or so ago, neutering booked in for next week so will follow the guidance and advice you have provided and I have read. Just FYI, they’re approaching around 6/7 months old.
I have also read, it is not uncommon for them to bond whilst both recovering but surely that is not correct or…[Read more]