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Drinking lots

R

rachelsawyer

Warren Scout
Hi, havent been on here for ages and got to be quick as im at work. my bun Hector (conti giant) is drinking and weeing loads. In 24hrs he went through a 1.1 litre water bottle. I dont think this is right. I use wooden based cat littler and over night it was full of wee. any ideas? thanks
 
Bladder or kidney problems spring to mind. He could have something as simple as cystitis, or he could have renal failure due to EC or something similar.

He needs the vets whatever the reason really.
 
if that isnt normal for him then i woudl get him to avet bladder infectio nsprings to mind but yes scystitus could be apossiblilty or kidney probs or diabetes... a good vet would be able to tell you more fornow give him 2 bowls of water adn two bottles so he always has a large supply(oh and just checking if he has a salt lick remove it so it doesnt cause deydration) not sure the normal amount of water for a giant im afraid but good luck xx
 
I would panacur him to be on the safe side. If it continues get him vet checked. They will probably suggest a blood test to rule out kidney problems, it could also be an infection. It is unlikely to be diabetes this isn't found in domestic rabbits.
 
Hi, his water intake is fine again today. Like you say i will pancur him and keep an eye on him. If i see hes drunk lots in 24hrs again i will get him off to the vets asap.:)
 
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