Bunnies and ice...?

Squishies · Jul 27, 2018

Like all of us, I am concerned for my family of furballs in this heat, especially the exceedingly fluffy minilops, and one of my nethies who insists on sitting in the highest, hottest part of the shed... :roll::shock:

...a couple of non-bunny friends have sent me photo suggestions of bunnies next to ice cubes or big balls of ice with herbs in them -- My gut instinct felt like this wasn't ideal, but am I missing a trick/useful technique? ...is anyone doing this, is it recommended/safe?

Hoping everyone's well,
x

Amy104 · Jul 27, 2018

Its isn't advised for us or dogs so I imagine the same applies to bunnies.

Apparently it sends your stomach into shock so your body diverts all its reasources to it, so you can pass out etc.

Jack's-Jane · Jul 27, 2018

Squishies said:
Like all of us, I am concerned for my family of furballs in this heat, especially the exceedingly fluffy minilops, and one of my nethies who insists on sitting in the highest, hottest part of the shed... :roll::shock:

...a couple of non-bunny friends have sent me photo suggestions of bunnies next to ice cubes or big balls of ice with herbs in them -- My gut instinct felt like this wasn't ideal, but am I missing a trick/useful technique? ...is anyone doing this, is it recommended/safe?

Hoping everyone's well,
x

Copied from the RWAF Facebook page :

''With the heat wave continuing, please remember any outdoor rabbits. Here is some advice from Richard Saunders BSc(Hons) BVSc MSB CBiol DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Specialist in Zoo And Wild Animal Medicine

Offer a water bowl so that they can get a better drink; they will drink more efficiently and faster this way, and that’s important in the heat. Cool water will help to cool them down a bit. Don’t chill the water, but make sure it’s not boiling in the sun

Do not give your rabbits ice cubes as they can cause problems with their digestion system.

Sun tan lotion is a no. They are likely to lick it off, and we have yet to see a rabbit with ear skin cancer. Instead, make sure you offer them plenty of shade, but if you are draping something over a run, make sure the air can circulate. Use of a battery operated fan on runs or enclosures can help.
Frozen water bottles or cool pods are helpful. ,

No need to change diet at all just, to stick to usual diet and make sure they drink lots by following the tips above.

Access to a safe shady exercise area 24/7 is even more important in this heat as they will want to exercise when it cools down am and pm.''

MightyMax · Jul 27, 2018

Squishies said:
Like all of us, I am concerned for my family of furballs in this heat, especially the exceedingly fluffy minilops, and one of my nethies who insists on sitting in the highest, hottest part of the shed... :roll::shock:

...a couple of non-bunny friends have sent me photo suggestions of bunnies next to ice cubes or big balls of ice with herbs in them -- My gut instinct felt like this wasn't ideal, but am I missing a trick/useful technique? ...is anyone doing this, is it recommended/safe?

Hoping everyone's well,
x

Hiya :wave:

Maybe something here of use?

https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/heat-wave-how-to-keep-your-bunnies-cool/

https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/category/heat-wave/

https://www.saveafluff.co.uk/rabbit-info/summer-care

Squishies · Jul 27, 2018

Thanks all, this is clear and really helpful -- will trust instinct more herein! x x

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