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Rabbit ate silly band!

M

my3monkees

Young Bun
My dd's rabbit just ate a silly band. For those that don't know what they are, they are a thin little stretchy rubber bracelet. I don't even know where it came from, kids haven't worn them in quite a while. My dd had picked it up off the floor and set it on the couch. She walked into the kitchen and by the time I realized the bunny had jumped up on the couch and was eating it, there was only 1 piece left which she managed to eat before we could grab it! :oops:

Anything we can do, or just keep and eye on her poo for a few days?!?!

At least I know she didn't get it all in one piece. I imagine it will be safer passing in pieces than in one piece that could get twisted?
She is a 3 lb Netherland Dwarf mix.

Thanks!

Sorry, I don't know how to make picture smaller!
bun.jpg
 
I can't see the photo. But I think you need to take the rabbit to the vet. There maybe nasty chemicals or something in them!
 
You need to keep a very close check on fecal output. Feed her lots of hay and make sure she also has a good water intake. I would call the Vet too and se if he/she thinks a full examination is needed right away.

If her poos look smaller than normal then I would definitely get her to a Vet to be examined straight away *even if she seems bright within herself and eating OK*

Hopefully the pieces of band will pass through, but you will need to remain extra vigilant for the next 2-3 days.
 
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