Holly Watkins
New Kit
My 8 year old has developed a weak back leg, it seems to "give way" when she tries to run, she jumps up again and seems OK otherwise, is it her age or something more serious? any advice welcome Holly
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Weak leg
- Thread starter Holly Watkins
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Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
Hi Holly 
Older Rabbits often get arthritis in their spine which can effect the nerve supply to their hind legs.
I would get your old lady checked out by your Vet as Bun might have a bit of bachache (us old girls often do :roll: ) which could benefit from an anti-inflammatory medication. Your Vet will also be able to check your Buns reflexes in her back legs and give her a general 'Bunny MOT'.
You could ask your Vet to show you how to give your Bun some gentle physio on her back legs. This will help retain muscle tone and blood circulation.
Please let us know how she gets on.
Janex
Older Rabbits often get arthritis in their spine which can effect the nerve supply to their hind legs.
I would get your old lady checked out by your Vet as Bun might have a bit of bachache (us old girls often do :roll: ) which could benefit from an anti-inflammatory medication. Your Vet will also be able to check your Buns reflexes in her back legs and give her a general 'Bunny MOT'.
You could ask your Vet to show you how to give your Bun some gentle physio on her back legs. This will help retain muscle tone and blood circulation.
Please let us know how she gets on.
Janex
Holly Watkins
New Kit
Hi JCO thanks for the reply, I will definitely get her to the vet, and have her checked out. I know what you mean about age catching up with you especially in this damp weather!!!!! thanks again Holly
