Sore hock treatment recommendation

[KCG]

Hi,
I have a friend in Turkey who owns a rabbit, she has a chronic sore hocks problem. I came across a video, the treatment for rabbits with sore hock is as follows:

1. Step Chlorhexidine
2. Step lodine
3. Step Medihoney

Apply these sequentially for 20 minutes, twice a day.

Do you think this practice is correct, are these substances safe?

 

[InspectorMorse]

All can be used, but sore hocks need to be assessed by a vet on an individual case basis. Sore hocks are often a secondary symptom of another problem such as arthritis. So it’s important to try to identify the cause of the problem and treat the cause too. What treatment is given will depend on the cause of the sore hocks,the extent of tissue damage and if there is active infection present.

A prescription only non steroidal anti inflammatory is an essential part of treatment. This can only obtained from a Vet.

Both chlorhexidine and iodine can really sting when used on sore hocks. Another reason why analgesic cover is so important.

 

[KCG]

All can be used, but sore hocks need to be assessed by a vet on an individual case basis. Sore hocks are often a secondary symptom of another problem such as arthritis. So it’s important to try to identify the cause of the problem and treat the cause too. What treatment is given will depend on the cause of the sore hocks,the extent of tissue damage and if there is active infection present.

A prescription only non steroidal anti inflammatory is an essential part of treatment. This can only obtained from a Vet.

Both chlorhexidine and iodine can really sting when used on sore hocks. Another reason why analgesic cover is so important.

Thank you Jane, I will tell this to my friend 🩷🩷