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Something white in the corner of my rabbit's eye

jolmbagpuss

jolmbagpuss

Young Bun
My rabbit managed to escape from his harness when I let him out for some exercise on Saturday and then he was gone for two nights. I luckily found him in the garden last night, chasing a cat! When I got him back inside, I noticed that on the corner of his right eye, he has a white bit on it. It isn't attached to the eye, almost looks like a layer of skin. Can you tell me what this might be and will it go away? How on earth he got it I don't know. It could be that it was to protect his eye whilst out there in the wild. He is only about 8 months old so only a baby.
 
He needs to see a vet. It could be something like his third eyelid has gotten caught and is now out of place, or he has a small infection, or it could just be 'sleep' but it's better to be safe than sorry, especially if he has been out and about and rendevous-ing with cats (who have very nasty bacteria in their mouths and under their nails).
 
I agree with Sky-O, the only way you'll know is to take him to the vet. Better safe than sorry. Make sure you check him over, and get the vet to check him over for any sign of bites or scratches, a small cat scratch can kill a bunny.

You are so, so lucky he came back and wasnt killed, most owners dont get that second chance. I would recommend time in a secure run for exercise from now on, instead of going out for walks, as it can be dangerous.

You'll have to rename him Houdini :lol:
 
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