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If the vets say she has spurs, and she has symptoms (gut issues), I would file them and see if that helps since it seems like you have ruled out other possible causes?

Does she seems to improve with pain meds only? Or does she need motility meds?

Can you remind me what her treatment regimen is?  There are some bunnies that need to be on…[Read more]

It’s in cm

So sorry you were not feeling well. I hope you are better now. I agree with the others, I’m sure he doesn’t hate you and I would definitely do what pinkiemarie said if you can.

This is what it has worked for me:
My rabbit gets very scared with loud noises. If he is very terrified and needs hiding, I leave some herbs/treats next to him and try to…[Read more]

Glad to hear things are back on track!

Never feel bad about taking a break during marathons when it just is not going well. Sometimes the bunnies just need a break too!

I think the best rule for bonding is if it’s going well, keep doing that same thing! If it’s not, try something else 😉

You’ve been given some really great advice so far, just wanted to offer some encouragement that it most likely will get much better after spaying! I volunteer at a shelter and we often have rabbits surrendered that are unspayed and are just MESSY, smelly, and kind of crazy. After spaying they calm wayyyyy down and box habits return. So don’t loose…[Read more]

Glad you found some sort of solution! That’s interesting about the velvet texture, I’ll have to keep that in mind!

Are those dimensions in inches or cm? If inches that seems too big.

Typically a carrier meant for a large cat works great for 2 bunnies. You don’t want them to have too much space to slide around.

Update – he has periods where he doesn’t care about digging and others when he goes back to be very into it. I have upgraded his digging box with another type of sand and making it bigger, but it doesn’t look like it makes him be less obsessed with the bed digging. I now cover the bed with a velvet texture cover and it prevents him from digging.…[Read more]

Hi there, Wick has written a lovely post for you above this one, and I agree with everything she has said. You and your partner made the best decision for your rabbit, spaying is one of the most responsible things you can do as an owner and shows how much you cared for her. I am so sorry that your rabbit passed away. I am sending peace and good…[Read more]

Let’s hope so. If I do end up being a vet, I want to make sure to tell people how to properly care for their pets. One of our exotic animal vets here knows a crap ton about reptiles, but doesn’t know a damn thing about rodents, rabbits, or birds. They actually advised against spaying our females and said to only neuter our males when we first got…[Read more]

I’m so sorry for your loss. When this happens, which is uncommon, very often it is due to a congenital, underlying issue in the rabbit that no one could have known/detected. It is not your fault. You did the best any rabbit owner could ask for, which was take her to a vet that is comfortable with spaying her and having her checked for health. With…[Read more]

There are generally no breed-specific personality differences that are consistent enough to give you an answer, in my opinion. All breeds have their share of a wide range of personalities.

In terms of size, I think outside of a Flemish Giant, dwarves to normal size rabbits all require the same amount of “as much as you can” size. The difference…[Read more]

Important question: Bite or nip?

I understand a nip for a larger rabbit can be veering towards the same pain as a bite to the receiving smaller rabbit, but I think a part of the bonding process may need to be the larger rabbit realizing that the nipping does not amount to anything productive. It also tells me that when you’re petting them, the…[Read more]

Majority of rabbits are not cuddly. Also, I think the deciding factor between a cat or rabbit should not be cuddliness as both animals have individuals who love, tolerate, and hate it.

Differences that are more constant between cats and rabbits that I can think of are:

1. Routine veterinary costs – Rabbits are usually more expensive because they…

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Thanks so much, DanaNM & Susanne! I appreciate the comments!

Lucy is doing great with us so far. She loves her new ex-pen home base and is eating well, she also took to her litter box very quickly! I was a bit worried since her previous owner didn’t have her use one, but I guess I had forgotten how good bunnies usually are at using them! I have a…[Read more]