right now hes (Mr Sanguinelo Fluffy Tumness/sandy!) spending the night at the vets. He's unable to move his backlegs under his body, they drag behind, hes not eating properly and I think he has slight head tilt. if he doesn't improve he'll prob be put to sleep, if theres no improvement the same, but if he improves he might not. vet gave him antibiotic, antiinflamotry and pain releif. may go for xray in night.He was breathing v fast but maybe because he was scared and not in control. if he doesnt improve, would it be worth getting some rabbit wheels?! advice on what to do if he does improve? (looking after him etc, as its unlikely he'll gain full movement right away) and what could have caused it? vet thinks hes slipped a disc or something but im not sure as he didnt finish his food last night? xx
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advice on rabbit?
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hurricanhoney
Wise Old Thumper
Sounds like EC which my Wesley had about 2 years ago. He lost his balance. It was a long recovery but he was on antibiotics, antiflamatory and panacur. Some rabbits can move about by dragging their back legs along.
I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will come along soon but sending get well vibes for your bunny.
I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will come along soon but sending get well vibes for your bunny.
They usually give a 28day course of panacur for EC. I would wait a couple of months to see if the panacur has worked.
your vet might want to do an xray to exclude the possibility of any spinal injury first. Also the vet may want to start him on panacur straight away as test results can take a while.
I do hope your bun gets well soon.
sue:wave:
your vet might want to do an xray to exclude the possibility of any spinal injury first. Also the vet may want to start him on panacur straight away as test results can take a while.
I do hope your bun gets well soon.
sue:wave:
