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The mysterious case of Pippin's fur pulling continues.....

Mervinius said:
Just got home from ER vets! Pip got worse and would eat anything. They've given her medicam. I've got gut drugs to give if needed. I wish I could wave a magic wand and make her better x

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Oh no, I'm sorry you had to visit the vets!

I hope she does well overnight.

Regarding Max - I don't have a photo of it, but I have the item itself. I made it, and embroidered his name on the collar :)

Vibes for her xx
 
MightyMax said:
Oh no, I'm sorry you had to visit the vets!

I hope she does well overnight.

Regarding Max - I don't have a photo of it, but I have the item itself. I made it, and embroidered his name on the collar :)

Vibes for her xx
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Me too fingers crossed she starts eating again soon.

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I'm sorry that Pip got worse and you had to take her to the vet, but it's better to have the medication to give her if necessary. I hope she improves soon.

What a conundrum she is.
 
Omi said:
I'm sorry that Pip got worse and you had to take her to the vet, but it's better to have the medication to give her if necessary. I hope she improves soon.

What a conundrum she is.
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Thanks omi. I fell asleep on the sofa at 1 I think. Just getting ready for work and feel like a zombie. Pip has started eating again. Will give you an update when I'm home later x

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Mervinius said:
Thanks omi. I fell asleep on the sofa at 1 I think. Just getting ready for work and feel like a zombie. Pip has started eating again. Will give you an update when I'm home later x

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Hope it's a good update and that you manage to get through the day :)
 
MightyMax said:
Hope it's a good update and that you manage to get through the day :)
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Just got in ache all over but made it through the day. Pip is eating and pooping and back to her usual self.

Nice vet is on holiday :-(

So they've asked me to bring her in on Wed to see someone else. Xx

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Good news that Pip is feeling better :D Shame that you couldn't speak to your favourite vet, but it could be that a new vet might have a different take on things.

I hope you get a better, more confortable rest tonight.
 
Omi said:
Good news that Pip is feeling better :D Shame that you couldn't speak to your favourite vet, but it could be that a new vet might have a different take on things.

I hope you get a better, more confortable rest tonight.
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Thanks. Pip has just found a pile of dried leaves I'd placed behind the sofa last night to try to tempt her to eat. She's looking very pleased with herself.

Just checked the litter tray and it's full of big fur strung poops so no wonder her little tummy hurt.

We have seen this vet before but I think she thought I was a mad bunny Lady and that Pip was just stressed. We shall see what she sees this time.

The bald patch did have a few flakes last night so I'd like her to look at those.

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Mervinius said:
Just got in ache all over but made it through the day. Pip is eating and pooping and back to her usual self.

Nice vet is on holiday :-(

So they've asked me to bring her in on Wed to see someone else. Xx

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Are you not feeling well? Or just plain absolutely exhausted from bunny watching?

Hope you feel better soon xx

Good news about Pip :D
 
MightyMax said:
Are you not feeling well? Or just plain absolutely exhausted from bunny watching?

Hope you feel better soon xx

Good news about Pip :D
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Hi mighty max.

I'm OK just exhausted from bunny worrying and watching! I think I've read everything on the Internet about bunnies fur pulling and every other possible ailment that could be connected.

Both and munching away this morning on their hay so at least I can worry a bit less today.


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Mervinius said:
Hi mighty max.

I'm OK just exhausted from bunny worrying and watching! I think I've read everything on the Internet about bunnies fur pulling and every other possible ailment that could be connected.

Both and munching away this morning on their hay so at least I can worry a bit less today.


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Glad they are munching hay. And you just try not to worry so much ...

You see once an area is sensitised on a rabbit, they go back and chew on it whether there's anything wrong or not. The prime cause can have long since disappeared, but they just carry on, as you know.

One more thing (bet you're sick of my constant suggestions :lol:) is trying Gabapentin for nerve damage pain:

Maria Kubiak says (I know I've quoted before - bear with me)

I use tramadol quite frequently in rabbits, guinea pigs and chinchillas with pain that is not controlled by non-steroidals like metacam, or where NSAIDs can't be used due to other health issues. It works well to control soft tissue pain, less well for bony pain and rarely causes sedation and I've had no adverse reactions. Doses required for pain relief in bunnies are much higher than in cats and dogs.
Gabapentin I use only for nerve-damage related pain so far less frequently but has seemed to give some relief in a number of these cases.

Now it's not without it's side effects, and your vet may be reluctant ....

https://www.researchgate.net/public...itis_leads_to_serious_side-effects_in_rabbits

It's a good article to print off and show the vet as to the uses and side effects of Gabapentin.

In addition I would get the area shaved (constantly) and apply a non steroidal healing cream.
 
MightyMax said:
Glad they are munching hay. And you just try not to worry so much ...

You see once an area is sensitised on a rabbit, they go back and chew on it whether there's anything wrong or not. The prime cause can have long since disappeared, but they just carry on, as you know.

One more thing (bet you're sick of my constant suggestions [emoji38]) is trying Gabapentin for nerve damage pain:

Maria Kubiak says (I know I've quoted before - bear with me)

I use tramadol quite frequently in rabbits, guinea pigs and chinchillas with pain that is not controlled by non-steroidals like metacam, or where NSAIDs can't be used due to other health issues. It works well to control soft tissue pain, less well for bony pain and rarely causes sedation and I've had no adverse reactions. Doses required for pain relief in bunnies are much higher than in cats and dogs.
Gabapentin I use only for nerve-damage related pain so far less frequently but has seemed to give some relief in a number of these cases.

Now it's not without it's side effects, and your vet may be reluctant ....

https://www.researchgate.net/public...itis_leads_to_serious_side-effects_in_rabbits

It's a good article to print off and show the vet as to the uses and side effects of Gabapentin.

In addition I would get the area shaved (constantly) and apply a non steroidal healing cream.
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Thanks Mighty Max. Trying not to worry, at least I know she always bounces back so quickly.

Yeah I am wondering about it being a sensitive patch. Not sure how you desensitise it though?

Can you remind me what the healing cream was you used on Max?

I'm definitely not sick of your suggestions they are all helpful. It's nice talking to people who care so much about buns. Everyone at work thinks I'm bonkers and can't believe how much I've spent on her. [emoji20]

I was obviously very tired when I booked my vet appointment for tomorrow morning because I'm at work. Whoops luckily the vets are lovely and have moved my appointment to 7pm. Going to see a different vet. 3rd time lucky I say perhaps he'll have all the answers.

Xx



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Mervinius said:
Thanks Mighty Max. Trying not to worry, at least I know she always bounces back so quickly.

Yeah I am wondering about it being a sensitive patch. Not sure how you desensitise it though?

Can you remind me what the healing cream was you used on Max?

I'm definitely not sick of your suggestions they are all helpful. It's nice talking to people who care so much about buns. Everyone at work thinks I'm bonkers and can't believe how much I've spent on her. [emoji20]

I was obviously very tired when I booked my vet appointment for tomorrow morning because I'm at work. Whoops luckily the vets are lovely and have moved my appointment to 7pm. Going to see a different vet. 3rd time lucky I say perhaps he'll have all the answers.

Xx



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Pip is back from her vet visit. Unfortunately he didn't have any other ideas on what could be causing it. He has suggested we treat her for mites just to eliminate that next, he said it doesn't look like mites, but it's worth a try. So she's had her first dose of medicine tonight.

She didn't like him touching under her chin. So it's obviously uncomfortable in some way but it doesn't look inflamed, just a bit dry.

I said where do we go from here if that doesn't work. He said we could speak to a bunny specialist for more advice or we could take a skin biopsy.

They've given me some medicam so that if it happens next time I can treat her rather than taking her to the ER vets again.

I'm not convinced it's mites at all but I'm very much hoping that will help.

I suggested making her a t shirt but he was worried she might chew that instead and would make her tummy more poorly.

On the plus side he said she looked very healthy and had good gut sounds! Oh and she let me cuddle her because I was less scary than the new vet man!


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Mervinius said:
Pip is back from her vet visit. Unfortunately he didn't have any other ideas on what could be causing it. He has suggested we treat her for mites just to eliminate that next, he said it doesn't look like mites, but it's worth a try. So she's had her first dose of medicine tonight.

She didn't like him touching under her chin. So it's obviously uncomfortable in some way but it doesn't look inflamed, just a bit dry.

I said where do we go from here if that doesn't work. He said we could speak to a bunny specialist for more advice or we could take a skin biopsy.

They've given me some medicam so that if it happens next time I can treat her rather than taking her to the ER vets again.

I'm not convinced it's mites at all but I'm very much hoping that will help.

I suggested making her a t shirt but he was worried she might chew that instead and would make her tummy more poorly.

On the plus side he said she looked very healthy and had good gut sounds! Oh and she let me cuddle her because I was less scary than the new vet man!


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Haha, that's the only time my rabbits will tolerate any cuddles.

I'm sorry you don't seem to be any further forward, but I agree the mite treatment is worth a try. There's clearly something about that area that she's unhappy with. The suggestion of a specialist and also a skin biopsy are also worthy of consideration. If all else fails, I would actually try a T-shirt or a prem baby top. I think you would notice pretty quickly if she showed any inclination to chew.
 
Omi said:
Haha, that's the only time my rabbits will tolerate any cuddles.

I'm sorry you don't seem to be any further forward, but I agree the mite treatment is worth a try. There's clearly something about that area that she's unhappy with. The suggestion of a specialist and also a skin biopsy are also worthy of consideration. If all else fails, I would actually try a T-shirt or a prem baby top. I think you would notice pretty quickly if she showed any inclination to chew.
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Yes I quite enjoyed the cuddles even though she was molting her floof everywhere.

That's OK. To be honest I didn't think they'd be magically able to solve it, just was hoping a miracle might occur.

They nearest specialist is about 45min drive and I'd want to take them both but Archie hates travelling and not sure he would cope with a long journey. I guess I could talk on the phone though?

Yeah I'm not ruling out a t shirt. Not sure what to make it from?

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Mervinius said:
Pip is back from her vet visit. Unfortunately he didn't have any other ideas on what could be causing it. He has suggested we treat her for mites just to eliminate that next, he said it doesn't look like mites, but it's worth a try. So she's had her first dose of medicine tonight.

She didn't like him touching under her chin. So it's obviously uncomfortable in some way but it doesn't look inflamed, just a bit dry.

I said where do we go from here if that doesn't work. He said we could speak to a bunny specialist for more advice or we could take a skin biopsy.

They've given me some medicam so that if it happens next time I can treat her rather than taking her to the ER vets again.

I'm not convinced it's mites at all but I'm very much hoping that will help.

I suggested making her a t shirt but he was worried she might chew that instead and would make her tummy more poorly.

On the plus side he said she looked very healthy and had good gut sounds! Oh and she let me cuddle her because I was less scary than the new vet man!


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I would opt to see a specialist and see what he/she throws up :)

I'm glad the vet said she looked so healthy. Mine always decide I am the lesser of the evils when at the vet, and usually try and leg it over my shoulder :lol:
 
MightyMax said:
How are things with Pip?
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Hi Mighty Max.

They are both currently snoozling and are in a mega moult. We have floof everywhere. Never had them moult this much before!

Pip has still been pulling her chin fur the patch seems much bigger this time. I'm sure she's never done it for over a week before.
But she only seems to be doing it sparingly now. Haven't seen her do it today though.
She seems happy in herself though and is pooping and eating fine.

I'm not sure if this is a sign that the mite treatment is working or its just worse this time. I meant to phone the vets today but it was a bit hectic at work and it slipped my mind.

How are you and the buns?

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Mervinius said:
Hi Mighty Max.

They are both currently snoozling and are in a mega moult. We have floof everywhere. Never had them moult this much before!

Pip has still been pulling her chin fur the patch seems much bigger this time. I'm sure she's never done it for over a week before.
But she only seems to be doing it sparingly now. Haven't seen her do it today though.
She seems happy in herself though and is pooping and eating fine.

I'm not sure if this is a sign that the mite treatment is working or its just worse this time. I meant to phone the vets today but it was a bit hectic at work and it slipped my mind.

How are you and the buns?

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Personally I can't see it being mites, so I doubt the treatment is having any effect on anything. But that's only my opinion :)

It's amazing how much little Nethies can moult isn't it?
I've been plucking fur from one of mine for weeks and she still looks tatty :lol:
 
MightyMax said:
Personally I can't see it being mites, so I doubt the treatment is having any effect on anything. But that's only my opinion :)

It's amazing how much little Nethies can moult isn't it?
I've been plucking fur from one of mine for weeks and she still looks tatty [emoji38]
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No I dont think it's mites either because I asked the vet 'if it was mites for over a year wouldn't they have spread more and onto Archie?" And he said yes. So not really sure why we are treating her for them!

I'm going to ask them to do a blood test I think next but money is very tight now after all the vet visits so it may have to wait for a few weeks. :-(

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