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bizziel

bizziel

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Hi, i’d really appreciate some advice. Harvey has been at the vets all day in a warm kennel. He is perfectly well though is 10 years old (he was at the vets with his partner Coco who has been put the sleep this evening [emoji174]). It’s about 1 degree outside in their shed now. Would Harvey be ok if I put him out there tonight or should I set something up for him inside? I feel like he should go back to his familiar home but it’s also cold out and I don’t want to shock his system, especially while he’s grieving.


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I would put him back outside if it were my bunny, but I can understand you wondering whether this would be OK. I think that rabbits like familiarity. If you bring him inside, how long would it be for? If you can accommodate him inside for the rest of the winter, then there's more justification for not putting him outside this evening. If you can't then I would put some hay-filled boxes in his shed with a snugglesafe if you have one. Also maybe add a cuddy toy for him to snuggle with.

I'm very sorry that you have lost Coco :cry:
 
I would probably go for the familiar environment outside, with extra bedding, a couple of Snugglesafe heat pads and maybe a soft toy substitute for Coco. Keep a close eye on him to make sure he's eating etc as normal. He will need a bit of extra TLC as he's used to having company - so will be lonely if he doesn't get any attention.

RIP Coco
 
Thank you everyone, those are really helpful suggestions [emoji3590]


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Thank you everyone for your responses and sympathy, it’s been a really tough day and it’s so lovely to see such nice messages.

I’ve put Harvey out in their shed with a box of straw and a couple of snuggle safes. I’ve also set up a space for him inside so I can bring him in if I think he needs it in the next few days (stolen my husband office [emoji38]), but he’s always preferred being outside. Unfortunately I don’t have any cuddly ties to give him but I will try to give him lots of attention.


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