Heading to vet – Luna ate plastic syringe top and rubber stopper.

[James, Sunny and Luna]

My bunny Luna was sick last night and was fed gas drops and critical care each hour for three hours.

On her last dose, she snapped off the tip, and part of the tube, of the 1ml syringe. I tried to remove any parts from her mouth, but I believe it went down.

This morning she is acting normal, eating hay, and pooping.

On the way to the vet. I am worried about the sharp edges of the broken syringe, the stopper, and complications arising in the future.

Has anyone had a similar situation or have advice on this event.

Thank you, be safe, and may you have a great day.

[Bam]

Rabbits dont swallow bigger chunks of things, the entrance to their stomach is very narrow and controlled by strong muscle. This is why they cant vomit, and probably why they chew what they eat very thoroughly.

Rabbits can ingest non-food materials like fabric, plastic, cardboard and leather, and that as a rule doesnt harm them if the amounts are small.

In short, I dont think you need to worry so very much since she seems fine and is pooping. But it is of course good to contact a vet about it, and to take her in if they ask you to come in.

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