Bobby not eating - u/d he's had his dental, home now

HS · May 29, 2006

Hello all

I took Bobby and Ruby for their myxi boosters about 3 weeks ago and the vet checked them over and found Bobby to have the start of molar spurs. He said to keep an eye on it, as they weren't bad enough to do then, but would get worse.
So, I've been just keeping an eye on what he's eating and there's been nothing unusual at all - lots of hay, first one in the veggie bowl etc. He's also had no signs of a wet chin or dirty paws.
Until today...... He ate his breakfast this morning, but has refused to eat anything since about 4pm. I've tried tempting him with grapes, dandelion leaves etc, but nothing. I've had a good feel of his tummy and it feels normal, given him some infacol and probiotic.
He will be going to the vets tomorrow, but is there anything I can be doing for him now? When should I start force feeding the critical care?

Thanks everyone

beckiboo186 · May 30, 2006

Just bumping this up, Maybe post in General or Rabbit chat, More people look there. And this is quite urgent :? Xx

HS · May 30, 2006

Thanks becki. May have to

nicole · May 30, 2006

If he dosen't eat anything in the next couple of hours I would give him some critical care.

Jack's-Jane · May 30, 2006

Hiya.
Has he pooped his normal amount today and are the poops the normal size?
How does he seem in himself? Is he quiet and mis' or his normal self just not wanting to eat?
Janex

HS · May 30, 2006

Thanks Jane, I knew I could rely on you

His poops are the same size as normal and he's pooping ok. He's jsut very quiet and not wanting to eat. He normally loves his hay and grass, but is not bothered at all at the moment.

Jack's-Jane · May 30, 2006

HS said:
Thanks Jane, I knew I could rely on you
His poops are the same size as normal and he's pooping ok. He's jsut very quiet and not wanting to eat. He normally loves his hay and grass, but is not bothered at all at the moment.

Sounds like he may well have a sore mouth.
If he last ate at 4pm then you dont have to fret too much re syringe feeds. If he has not eaten anything by 10-11pm then you could try syringe feeding if it does not stress him out too much.
Is he a podgey bunny? Not eating is more of an issue for Buns carrying excess weight as their liver gets compromised more quickly.
If he ate at 4pm, is pooping OK and is of a healthy weight then he should be OK with just a couple of syringe feeds tonight. Just enough to keep him hydrated. Even if he wont take something like Critical Care he may take water.
Hope once his teeth are sorted he will feel much better
Janex

Jeremy · May 30, 2006

You could try soaking some pellets in warm water for him so they are soft.

We used to do this for Snoopy when his spurs got bad. :?

HS · May 30, 2006

Thanks for the replies. I've just been out and given him some of the A&P pellet dust and water. Rung the vets too, and they said to bring him in first thing tomorrow.
I just feel a little helpless at the moment. He's stressed out from all the attention and is hiding in the hutch ( he never goes in there normally

)
He's a very healthy bunny otherwise - a nice weight and huge poops.

Nicola C · May 30, 2006

Sorry to hear this Helen, keep us posted!
Nicola x

Jack's-Jane · May 30, 2006

Well if all the attention is stressing him I'd leave him be. He ate at 4pm so is not at risk at the mo'.
I'd provide him with any foodstuff he would normally like. Maybe some extra warmth like a snuggle-safe and let him settle down to his normal routine.
Please keep us updated.
Janex

HS · May 30, 2006

He's just huddled in his litter tray at the moment, I'm going to puree some of his fave foods in a minute, may be more tempting than brown sludge. I'd like to get a little more liquid in him. Ruby's being a little trooper and keeps grooming him.
thanks for all your help.

HS · May 30, 2006

oops double post

anna · May 30, 2006

Hope he feels better soon xxx

doorkeeper · May 30, 2006

Soaking pellets in apple juice and warming them up got Rowan to eat.

I hope his dental goes well tomorrow.

HS · May 30, 2006

Thanks.
I feel so bad, as I know this has been coming, and have ben keeping an eye out for any changes in his eating habits. It seems to have happened so quickly, since this morning.
Poor little boy is now very stressed from us trying to feed him - he's had some food and water from the syringe, so I'm going to leave him to settle.

Jack's-Jane · May 30, 2006

Sending lots of positive vibes to Bobby for his trip to the Vets.
Please let us know how he gets on.
Janex

HS · May 30, 2006

Morning! Well, Sir Bobby is scoffing greens like there's no tomorrow this morning :roll: However, it is pretty obvious that he does need his teeth doing, so however much he tries to fool me :smile:, I'll still get him booked in today.
Thanks for your help and thoughts.

Jack's-Jane · May 30, 2006

Bobby Bunny you naughty boy trying to trick your Mum :no:
You made her very worried
Glad you are scoffing your grub again now though :wink:

Janex

Lizzie · May 30, 2006

Ooooh Helen that's good news...phew! Let us know how you get on with Bobby at the vet's won't you? Every time this sort of thing happens I think Oh I won't worry so much next time but you always worry just as much each time but that feeling of relief when everything sort itself out.....well, it's better than finishing exams a thousandfold!!! :wink:

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