EMERGENCY

[Willow-bunny]

Help, my buns foot came out of its socket she steped on it and it seemed to go back right but I am not sure she seems pretty comfy but she is running a fever. I am keeping her in tonight though but I still need help. what do I do?

Formerly known as Willow-rabbit

I was not planning on coming back so soon but i have some good news that I will tell you guy when thispasses over.

[Beka27]

she needs to get to a vet. are there any 24 hour emergency vets in your city? i will go ahead and email the other CLs as well…

[Willow-bunny]

No there aren’t any vets around here one spays but doesn’t check up or anithing I called they are closed and everthing.

[MarkBun]

Willow, do you have her wrapped up in a thick blanket? That could be causing the temperature rise. We thought something was seriously wrong with my girlfriend’s bun but it turned out that she used fleece to transport her.

[kimberleyanddarren]

please keep us posted!

[bunnyluvr]

Any new? How’s your little bun’s foot now?

[Willow-bunny]

no I don’t wrap her in anithing. her fever is gone and her foot is okay she seens a little wary of thumping with it now though. she is useing the other one to thump.

[Scarlet_Rose]

Willow bunny even if your rabbit seems just fine, she could be masking symptoms that are serious and life-threatening. I cannot emphasize how important it is to get your rabbit to a vet A.S.A.P. Also, how did this happen?

[BB Administrator]

I ditto – a trip to the vet is best.  Even when a limb goes back in the socket, bone bruising and muscle and/or ligament tearing could’ve happened.   Any of which can also cause painful inflammation.  Treatment for this is the humane way to go.   Check out http://rabbit.org/vets/vets.html to see if there are any vets near you.

Is she eating, drinking and pooping?

Helloworld!!

[TARM]

I hate to be the one to mention this…but if Willow’s mom won’t spend the money to get the rabbit spayed chances are pretty slim that she’ll pay for an emergency vet visit if the rabbit doesn’t appear to be in pain. What should she do to try to manage it herself?

[bunnytowne]

Ohhh parents …..

Only thing I know is the small baby aspirin.  It will help with pain and fever. I don’t know dosages tho. So maybe 1 a day or ask a vet about it.

I don’t think it is safe to give anti inflammatories tho.  So unless you have vet advice I wouldn’t try that on bun.

Gosh I really hope bun can go to a vet.  It isn’t very expensive not like a spay is. Ohhhh lets send some good vet trip vibes.

Yes could be a muscle or what ever is in there is sore.  Awe poor worried bunny slave and bunny. 

Oh hey can you put some cold pack on it or ice?  That could help reduce swelling and soreness.

[Willow-bunny]

Okay tank and rangersmom that is why I unsigned up I DID take her up to the vet today and she is fine I HAVE said on a post b4 that if she REALLY needed it she will go to the vet and HEY GUESS WHAT. she is getting spayed in 2 days. HA shows you how much credit I get. hmph.

[TARM]

I’m glad your parents took you and Willow to the vet. With all of the excuses you made for not being able to get Willow spayed this past week I just figured we would hear more of the same.

[Willow-bunny]

watever. no I care about her and I love her I want the best for her. my mom got my child support check and the vet talked her into using it to get willow spayed to.

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

Willow-you says she’s running a fever but buns have a higher temp then we do…What temp is she at??

Glad your back hun, we missed you

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

ohh and glad she’s getting spayed-you’ll be very pleased with how she is when she’s all done!

[osprey]

It is excellent that you have arranged to have your baby spayed, and that she does not have a serious problem wit her foot. That must have been quite a scare for you. Spays are an invasive surgery and you’ll have to talk to your vet about the proper post-operative care. I would suggest having some of her favorite greens on hand (I usually use Italian parsley and dandelion leaves). The first day or so after the procedure she will not eat much, so you may have to hand feed her greens to keep her from developing intestinal problems.

[Willow-bunny]

okay.

[Dana033]

don’t worry about TankAndRangersMom!!

you’re doing great willow-bunny 

 

osprey gave you some good advise too.

here is a good link from the house rabbit society [including proper pre- and post operative care]:

http://www.rabbit.org/faq/sections/spay-neuter.html

 

more info:

http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/spay.html

 

http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/opcare.html

 

Good luck and let us know how everything goes

 

 

 

 

[BinkyBunny]

Hey, this is good news that she has not only has been seen by the vet for the leg, but will be spayed. I know that this is a financial strain – not easy,but your family is doing the right thing in making sure the animals that depend on you get the care they need. 

Be sure to look over those articles carefully -  Things like NOT fasting prior and knowing what to watch out for after are very important. It can take a few days for Willow to feel better, but what Osprey said about eating is crucial.   Many vets will offer pain meds, and this can help her feel more comfortable and help her be more willing to eat.  So once you read everything over, ask your vet what his/her pre-post procedures are too.

Keep us updated!  

 

 

 

[MooBunnay]

Yay You will definitely benefit from having your bunny spayed! And I am very proud of you for being able to get your mom to understand the importance of the situation enough to call the vet.

Do keep a close eye on her after the surgery, she will not be feeling very well and will need a lot of tender loving care. Do not let her jump or run around because she could injure herself, I know you said she likes to jump up on your bed, keep her from doing that and if she does, definitely do not push her off. Try to very gently lower her to the ground.

[BinkyBunny]

OH, and to add – the hormone change won’t happen over night. It will take about a month or so for her hormones to settle down.

[Cassi&Charlie]

Willow-rabbit, you must have done some serious persuading! I still can’t persuade my parents that a bunny is a real pet & not some edible, disposable critter so cheers for you negotiating the spay!

I’m glad your back, this place is really helpful & everyone does mean well, it’s just that sometimes it comes across differently to what was intended because it’s typed not spoken.

We’re all looking forward to hearing about her spay Don’t be too nervous. I was a wreck when Layla was spayed!

[Scarlet_Rose]

Willow-bunny that is wonderful news! You’re doing great!

[Willow-bunny]

thnx it was done on the 8th.

[BinkyBunny]

Congrats! How is she doing?

[Willow-bunny]

Really Really good

[Scarlet_Rose]

That is AWESOME!

[Willow-bunny]

Yes it is…

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