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Chloe - Arthritis/ Tramadol dose?

MummyBunnyEm

MummyBunnyEm

Mama Doe
Another thread - sorry!

I have just spoken to the vet whom confirmed Chloe has arthritis in all her joints. It comes as no surprise as she's had quite a few issues with her legs over the last few months.

I've no experience with arthritic buns, is there anything I can do to help her?
 
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Awwwww nooooo!! Poor thing :(

I think a friend of mine used to feed various things to help. Am I remembering ginger as being helpful here?
 
SJH said:
Awwwww nooooo!! Poor thing :(

I think a friend of mine used to feed various things to help. Am I remembering ginger as being helpful here?
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I just can't wait to get her home! It's been an awful week for her. I believe I will be getting Tramadol for her but there must be other ways to make life a little easier for her mustn't there? I'm just reading through this http://www.disabledrabbits.com/arthritis.html , I shall order the joint hay tabs :)
 
MummyBunnyEm said:
I just can't wait to get her home! It's been an awful week for her. I believe I will be getting Tramadol for her but there must be other ways to make life a little easier for her mustn't there? I'm just reading through this http://www.disabledrabbits.com/arthritis.html , I shall order the joint hay tabs :)
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I can't believe is missed all of this! :cry:

The tablets sound good. I see they contain ginger and lots of other good sounding stuff. Tramadol doesn't sound great to me :(
 
SJH said:
I can't believe is missed all of this! :cry:

The tablets sound good. I see they contain ginger and lots of other good sounding stuff. Tramadol doesn't sound great to me :(
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I know hopefully it's only a little dose, will see what her vet notes say as my dad will be going to collect her shortly.
 
I'd try metacam to begin with, then move up to tramadol as it progresses.

If she likes to jump up on high things, provide her 'steps' she can use which should make risk of falling less likely.

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I'd also make sure there's no slippery flooring and/or try some vet bed or something to make grip (particularly for jumping) easier.
 
I'm sorry to see that Chloe has Arthritis :( How old is Chloe? I think that acupuncture can also be helpful. I think I have seen that some rabbits on here have had it with good results. Sending her lots of nose rubs. Poor gorgeous Chloe :(
 
Acupuncture/physio and massage can be very beneficial for some arthritic Rabbits. Obviously not if the specific Rabbit gets stressed by being handled.

Making sure that they do not become over-weight will be important too.

If they have problems hopping into a litter tray then you can use a drop sided tray.

The Rabbit may need help with grooming and ear checks will be important. Any hind leg weakness/stiffness can make it hard for a Rabbit to keep themselves clean and gunky ears are one possibility. If the Bun cannot get to their rear end to eat their cecotrophs they may also be prone to getting a mucky bum

Sore hocks can be a secondary problem in arthritic Rabbits, so making sure the Rabbit is housed on a suitable substrate can help. Carpet can be abrasive, hard wood/vinyl/lino does not provide enough traction.

These links may be useful to take a look at:

https://www.vetstream.com/watkinsandtasker/html/Factsheets/Otherpets/24_290501.asp

http://www.medirabbit.com/EN/Bone_diseases/Osteo/arthritis.htm
 
I've just remembered that Barney was actually diagnosed with arthritis not long before he died and I was told to add in a step next to his & Chloe's dog kennel and put plenty of vetbed everywhere, so that's covered.

Omi, she's 4 which I think means she's getting on a bit for a giant breed. One issue with the acupuncture is, I believe that the vet who does it is allergic to rabbits :shock: I can always ask about it though :)
 
Jack's-Jane said:
Acupuncture/physio and massage can be very beneficial for some arthritic Rabbits. Obviously not if the specific Rabbit gets stressed by being handled.

Making sure that they do not become over-weight will be important too.

If they have problems hopping into a litter tray then you can use a drop sided tray.

The Rabbit may need help with grooming and ear checks will be important. Any hind leg weakness/stiffness can make it hard for a Rabbit to keep themselves clean and gunky ears are one possibility. If the Bun cannot get to their rear end to eat their cecotrophs they may also be prone to getting a mucky bum

Sore hocks can be a secondary problem in arthritic Rabbits, so making sure the Rabbit is housed on a suitable substrate can help. Carpet can be abrasive, hard wood/vinyl/lino does not provide enough traction.

These links may be useful to take a look at:

https://www.vetstream.com/watkinsandtasker/html/Factsheets/Otherpets/24_290501.asp

http://www.medirabbit.com/EN/Bone_diseases/Osteo/arthritis.htm
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Thank you Jane :thumb::thumb:
 
MummyBunnyEm said:
I've just remembered that Barney was actually diagnosed with arthritis not long before he died and I was told to add in a step next to his & Chloe's dog kennel and put plenty of vetbed everywhere, so that's covered.

Omi, she's 4 which I think means she's getting on a bit for a giant breed. One issue with the acupuncture is, I believe that the vet who does it is allergic to rabbits :shock: I can always ask about it though :)
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......and offer to provide the antihistamines !!
 
MummyBunnyEm said:
Another thread - sorry!

I have just spoken to the vet whom confirmed Chloe has arthritis in all her joints. It comes as no surprise as she's had quite a few issues with her legs over the last few months.

I've no experience with arthritic buns, is there anything I can do to help her?
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Having used Metacam for many years for arthritis buns, I have to say I have found Tramadol to be more effective :D

I use a potting tray as a litter tray, and provide a very soft squishy bed to cosy those painful limbs :)

I also give a very good scratch around the ear area, which is always very much appreciated!

I have tried glucosamine and chondroitin, which has been helpful in some cases.

Good luck xx
 
MightyMax said:
Having used Metacam for many years for arthritis buns, I have to say I have found Tramadol to be more effective :D

I use a potting tray as a litter tray, and provide a very soft squishy bed to cosy those painful limbs :)

I also give a very good scratch around the ear area, which is always very much appreciated!

I have tried glucosamine and chondroitin, which has been helpful in some cases.

Good luck xx
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The potting tray is a great idea thanks MM xx
 
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