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Loss of lip color due to oxygen deprivation is very serious, and I would think that if that was the cause, your rabbit would be showing more severe signs of difficulty breathing. That being said, as mentioned, the picture does not show much detail so if there are concerns and worrying signs, I suggest seeking a vet’s opinion after an examination!

Hi, I had the same issue with my rabbit. He is very difficult for me to pick up. What I would do for bonding, is have someone help me corner him (or if alone I could usually trap him somehow), then force him into a carrier. That was much easier than actually picking him up, even if only to carry him a room away.

Thank you! The other symptom I have noticed is louder breathing at times, for like two seconds, and then back to being quiet breathing. But it will happen several times throughout the day. He is over 6, so it could be age, but like I mentioned his lip has become darker so I wonder if he is getting less oxygen right now. With all that said, he is…[Read more]

Is it possible that my bunny doesn’t like curly endive? He is not eating at all. ☹️☹️☹️

He chews apple sticks chew toys made of hay such as hay cubes. He does not have access to cardboard at all. In my opinion, he seems to be very stubborn. He is such a cute little well mannered bunny except for the fact that he dislikes hay. I might have spoiled him a little bit too much because I used to give him what he wants if he doesn’t eat h…[Read more]

So basically you should rinse off the lettuce, an give your rabbit a few leaves. Since lettuce wilts easily you should put whatever he doesn’t eat and what’s left over in the fridge.

What kinds of things are he chewing in his free time? Some rabbits may need limited access to cardboard and such because they ingest too much, making them not eat as much hay.

An assessment from a exotic, rabbit-experienced vet is always a safe recommendation, especially if you have concern. The picture does not show much detail, so it is difficult to say whether it is a problem. Mouth-related issues could include wounds, syphilis, varying dental diseases… so there’s a lot of eliminate and a vet would be in the best…[Read more]

Bump?!?! Please can someone help me?!

OK thank you.   He is mostly doing it since I covered his cage.   He is eating less hay but I think that may be because he’s been spoiled with pellets for a bit too long

So the flies are all gone from the bunny room now, it lasted about 4 days. The bunnies are still scratching their ears and faces a lot and now Fresno’s right eye is watery. I’ll be making a vet appointment but in the meantime I’ll just post here and freak out about it as per usual. 🥴

He is 2 years old. I don’t think he has dental problems. He eats hay when he feels like it but  only a little. I don’t see any other symptoms such as drooling. He drinks fine and chews a lot. He is now having Oxbow garden select 2 tbsp per day. Yesterday, I prepare him a buffet of  different types of hay and he seems to be more interested in it th…[Read more]

I am not clear about what you mean to keep the head of a lettuce in a bag in the fridge. Could you please explain that one more time ?

Since we’re on the topic of antiparastics, I just want to stress that compounds containing FIPRONIL must never be used on rabbits. It’s fine for cats and dogs, but it can be lethal to rabbits. (I know Dana mentioned this, but since it’s so very important, I just wanted to repeat it 😃)

Advantage and Revolution (Stronghold in Europe) are ok for…[Read more]

Young rabbits often tooth purr when they sit by themselves. It’s normal and good 🙂

If a bun is in so much pain that it’s tooth grinding, there are other signs of pain as well, such as loss of interest in food. The rabbit often wants to hide out of sight, and may hide in places where it doesnt normally go. It may be very reluctant to move from its…[Read more]