Hi. My lionhead had babies 7 weeks ago. Were all doing fine eating, drinking, running around. Since Thursday 4 have just randomly stopped eating and died. There has been no change in home, food etc. They are just going down hill 1 by one and passing away very quickly. 1 of them I took to the out of hours vets and they put him on a drip but within 2 hours he was gone. Just find it so random it's happening to them all. Anyone had this before at this age and know of a reason why?
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7 week old baby bunnies
- Thread starter GemK13
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a reader of books
Warren Veteran
I'm so sorry you've been losing the baby bunnies. That's so very sad. What did the out of hours vet think was wrong with the bunny you took there? Were the other bunnies examined by a vet, and any bunnies that are still alive? If not, I'd take any remaining babies to the vet immediately to figure out what's going on. The vet is really the only person who can tell you why they're all getting ill. Even if anyone here has experienced the same, it might not be for the same reason, as there are many posibilities.
a reader of books
Warren Veteran
Oh, that's really unfortunate. Did the vet seem to have a lot of knowledge of bunnies? If you're in the UK, maybe you can find a knowledgeable vet near you where you can take any remaining bunnies? There's a list here: https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/recommended-rabbit-friendly-vets/
At 7 weeks, they are going through a lot of digestive changes. Were they still with mum? Is she OK?. Is she vaccinated? It could be viral, in which case any other rabbits you have are at risk and should be vaccinated immediately (which isn't a bad idea anyway), but it will take a couple of weeks to take effect.
bunny momma
Wise Old Thumper
If they were still with mum, she could have mastitis so the babies could have been exposed to the infection.
Also, at seven weeks their digestion is still developing the good bacteria they require in their cecum, so they are very susceptible to gi issues.
A virus is also a possibility.
In addition to having a vet check for the babies, I would recommend a vet check for your adult bunnies.
Sending positive vibes for your remaining bunnies.
Also, at seven weeks their digestion is still developing the good bacteria they require in their cecum, so they are very susceptible to gi issues.
A virus is also a possibility.
In addition to having a vet check for the babies, I would recommend a vet check for your adult bunnies.
Sending positive vibes for your remaining bunnies.
