Bunny Buddy
Wise Old Thumper
.. would you find it acceptable for a vet to take the front (door) part off the carrier and then tip the carrier forward for get the rabbit out?
I prefer (dependent on the rabbit) for the vet to reach into the carrier for the rabbit or take the top off the carrier and lift the rabbit from there/examine rabbit whilst in base of carrier if necessary/appropriate.
So if the tipping method is used the rabbit resists and is probably confused and frightened - more so than the other methods. Possibly they resist to the point where it becomes dangerous as they are likely to fall/dart out when it's tipped to a severe angle. I've had this done to Bungee years ago until she was nearly vertical and digging her feet in desperately. I was uncomfortable with it but said nothing as didn't feel I could criticise at the time. I do object to things I don't like now. I actually find it quite cruel/disrespectful - anyone want to share their opnions?
I prefer (dependent on the rabbit) for the vet to reach into the carrier for the rabbit or take the top off the carrier and lift the rabbit from there/examine rabbit whilst in base of carrier if necessary/appropriate.
So if the tipping method is used the rabbit resists and is probably confused and frightened - more so than the other methods. Possibly they resist to the point where it becomes dangerous as they are likely to fall/dart out when it's tipped to a severe angle. I've had this done to Bungee years ago until she was nearly vertical and digging her feet in desperately. I was uncomfortable with it but said nothing as didn't feel I could criticise at the time. I do object to things I don't like now. I actually find it quite cruel/disrespectful - anyone want to share their opnions?