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Hmmm I have no idea where to get a pallet. Maybe ask the farm if they have any to spare? You could also maybe accomplish the same thing with some lengths of 2×4.

If you end up getting more than 1 bale you could stack them. I was also thinking, if the pallet thing isn’t practical, you could stand the bale up on it’s end and lean it against the…[Read more]

It really sounds like you are doing a great job with him! If he’s growing at a good pace I don’t think you need to free feed him pellets. The alfalfa has extra protein and calcium and it also has lots of good fiber for the tummy and teeth.

It sounds like he’s getting a great diet and a stimulating environment! He certainly won the lottery with…[Read more]

Pain can cause stress, and stress typically raises temperature. I’d say a thermometer is a very good tool but it won’t really offer a diagnosis. It has many practical uses though.

First of all it’s very good to establish a baseline temp. Just as with humans and dogs (and probably other mammals as well), normal temp varies somewhat between…[Read more]

@DanaNM – Yes, that’s what I meant. There is usually some indication when they are younger. The severe symptoms appear when they get older, usually after they are a few years old. According to MediRabbit: “Crises are episodic, characterized by sudden outbreaks and calm periods. Dehydration, lack of fiber, nutrient deficiencies, or stress (unusual…[Read more]

When Bun Jovi went through this and had a low temp I got a warm water bottle wrapped in a towel, then placed it next to him on the floor, and then loosely draped a light blanket over him. He doesn’t like to be held so holding him wasn’t a good option for me. He stayed under the blanket all night and pulled through. He also would drink fresh hay…[Read more]

Hmmm, the urine scald thing is interesting. Was he treated for a UTI? Also makes me think of possibly EC could be somehow playing a role…

@LBJ10 When I was fostering that bun with megacolon/cowpile our vet said the symptoms usually really get serious  at around 3-4 years, often triggered by a stressful event (which we thought was the move from…[Read more]

It is actually not very hard to take a bun’s temperature. It is of course easier if someone can help you hold the rabbit. It seems like a bit of Here is a good video on how to do it: https://youtu.be/YZd10Hk0maA

Normal temp is 100.5 to 103.5 F. When a bun gets gut stasis, its temperature tends to drop. Warming up is essential to keep the bun…[Read more]

For doing tricks, you’ll want to start with clicker training, rather than leash training. 🙂 There are lots of resources on youtube etc. to help get started with it!

Hi ALRyder 🙂

Walking rabbits on leashes is generally not a good thing to do. For, rabbits do not like being in them and are going to try to escape from them, in which the result could end up harming your bun. 🙁 It is a very good question to ask, shows that you are really thinking about the option. 🙂 Since I’m a protective rabbit mom, if I…[Read more]

It sounds like you are making good progress! I would say just keep it up and start increasing the session length. See if you can slowly start to be a more hands-off as well. It would be good to see if the nips resolve on their own, which is a good sign and part of the process.

I do hate the face-nipping though, I’m dealing with some of that with…[Read more]

A couple things, I have been in your exact situation (it SUCKS, I’m sorry you are going through it) and it’s important to keep him stable until you can get to the vet.

Can you take his temp? If his temp is low, keeping him warm is essential. The link that Bam shared has more info on this. Also keep up the tummy rubs.

Can you syringe feed him?…[Read more]

Thank you for this advice on the pellets. I’ve been back and forth on what to do about the pellets. He’s been getting unlimited grass hay with a mix of alfalfa, and we made some paper towel roll toys stuffed with alfalfa (which he usually finishes by the end of the day). He gets his greens in the morning with a handful of pellets, and the…[Read more]

LOL! 😆 If that’s the case, then I’ll tell them, the real way to win Smokey’s heart, is to rescue her from that pesty hoomin who keeps trying to get a snuggle out of her! 😆

I managed another picture! 😀 Same spot seems to be a favorite of theirs. For some reason, they like to kick the mats away from this area too. The ground cooler?…[Read more]

The pee pads are a life saver!!!! The hay has been good too. I haven’t tried water yet. But will this week. Their sessions have been around a hour (sometimes a little over). The girl has groomed the male for a few seconds today but there is still some face nipping from the male. I’ve been petting them both as soon as it starts which helps. Is the…[Read more]

Hi! Thank you for rescuing this rabbit! He is adorable!

With baby buns (under 6 months), the House Rabbit Society still recommendes unlimited pellets and alfalfa hay as well as grass hay. They set the appropriate age for intro of greens to 12 weeks.  Unlimited pellets can be a bit too much for some baby buns to handle, meaning they’ll gorge…[Read more]