Pete has been diagnosed with spinal disk compression. He had suddenly become incontinent with urine and wobbly on his back legs (although he is still able to move, stand upon his rear legs to wash his face and give me a good stomp when I've given him his meds). He was started on panacur, but vet has ruled out EC and under thorough examination has been diagnosed with spinal disk compression. Prognosis is management of his condition now and monitoring his pain levels (at the moment he appears bright and happy, interested in moving about and food), but at any point this changes then we will have to discuss his quality of life. I'm devastated.
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Spinal Disk Compression
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Craig 1965
Warren Veteran
I’m really sorry to read this. But hope that the vet can find a manageable action plan that helps Pete‘a compressed disc.
Sending loads of vibes for your boy.xx
Sending loads of vibes for your boy.xx
Cuthbert&Dillon
Mama Doe
Oh dear, sending big and gentle vibes for him.
Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
I am sorry to hear this news 
With regards to pain management, as well as medication Acupuncture, Laser Therapy and Physiotherapy/Massage can be beneficial
http://www.helpinghandsvetphysio.co.uk/rabbits/
https://cambridgevetgroup.co.uk/k-laser/
https://www.fitzpatrickreferrals.co.uk/services/rehabilitation/veterinary-acupuncture/
With regards to pain management, as well as medication Acupuncture, Laser Therapy and Physiotherapy/Massage can be beneficialhttp://www.helpinghandsvetphysio.co.uk/rabbits/
https://cambridgevetgroup.co.uk/k-laser/
https://www.fitzpatrickreferrals.co.uk/services/rehabilitation/veterinary-acupuncture/
Thank you everyone for your replies. Means a lot, especially as this week has really taken it's toll on me....seems like everything has come at once. My beautiful bonded group has now had to be broken up. Pete will remain indoors for the remainder of his life due to his needs now. I've chosen Buttons to stay with him as the two are close and they both need the company. My four lionheads are still indoors at the moment. Namely due to Princess's stitches from being at the vets and tearing her skin. I will have to rebond these four back to Greyie and Bear outside in the shed.
I guess with all the changes in care, worry, vet bills, breaking bonds/planning rebonds, ongoing care etc...all within the space of a week has been very stressful. Had a few little cries here and there. I suppose with pets, you have to take the rough with the smooth, but my goodness...it's hard. x
I guess with all the changes in care, worry, vet bills, breaking bonds/planning rebonds, ongoing care etc...all within the space of a week has been very stressful. Had a few little cries here and there. I suppose with pets, you have to take the rough with the smooth, but my goodness...it's hard. x
I’m sorry it’s been such a hard week
you are doing the best you can for all of them, as always xx
bunny momma
Wise Old Thumper
Most people would be overwhelmed in your situation.
Others have provided you with helpful information to deal with Pete's condition. Sending my support that you and your vet can develop a plan that allows him a lot of good quality time with you.
Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
I am sorry that your week has been full of so much Bunny stress. I can empathise.
Re Pete and his spinal problems, it may be better to consider a different substrate to keep him and Buttons on now as ,as mobility worsens hay can get tangled around the Bunny's hind legs. Not sure what indoor set up they have but cotton sheets over towels or vet bed may work. Just towels or vet bed alone can be a bit abrasive and accelerate fur loss over the hocks. Sore hocks are a common secondary issue for a Rabbit with spinal problems. Keeping a check on Pete's nails would be a good idea, hind leg toes can start to 'claw in' and if the nails are long they get caught up in fabrics etc. You could use hay racks for hay and something like aubiose for litter trays x
