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Breathing faster than normal

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Dexter&Misty

New Kit
Hi,

I was wondering if anyone could Help my lop Misty seems to always be breathing fast always laying down. and when she soes decide to come out of her cage she only ever comes out for and bout 5 minute then goes back in the cage to lay down.
I am a bit worried as my other bunny dexter. He will spent most of the day out side the cage and his breathing doesn't seem to be as fast as hers.

Please can anyone help!!

thanks

Leah
 
If I were you I'd get her checked over by a vet. I'm not suggesting that there is anything seriously wrong with your rabbit but I am of the opinion that if you're worried somebody that can see your rabbit "in the know" is your best bet to put your mind at rest. From what you describe I'm kind of thinking asthma but am unsure whether rabbits suffer from such a condition (maybe somebody more knowledgable than I can enlighten us on that one?)

Any-ho! Vets I would suggest. ATB!!! TP;)
 
I would definately get your Rabbit examined by a Vet. Her 'fast breathing' and apparent lethargy *might* indicate a Respiratory Tract or heart problem.
As a reference the normal respiration rate for a Rabbit is 32-60 breaths per minute. There should be minimal 'effort' in respiration so you should not see the Bun's ribs heaving in and out and when at rest there should not be lots of visible body movement as Bun breathes.

Good luck at the vets :)

Janex
 
Thanks for the advise, it is much appreciated, I have an appointment at the vets on Friday morning. I just hope it isn’t too serious and that I am just over worrying.

Thanks

Leah
:)
 
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