Kidneys

[Orenoko]

Little old Lilac has had some blood tests and her kidney function is poor, I'm also waiting for results of a urinalysis as well. The vet said she is also showing some signs of anaemia. She's going in for an ultrasound on her kidneys and bladder next week but wanted to ask if others have experience of kidney issues?

She's 10 so this isn't totally unexpected, and on metacam and gabapentin for arthritis. Teeth are good, her weight has actually gone up by a small amount in recent weeks, body condition is good and she's quite lively. The trigger for the tests was that she started to pee outside of her litter box which she's never done the whole time I've owned her so I initially thought she had a UTI but her pee is normal colour and she isn't straining so the vet wanted to do additional investigation.

Obviously I will be speaking to my vet further once we have the urinalysis and ultrasound results but anyone have any ideas on prognosis and treatment?

 

[bunny momma]

Sending vibes that Urinalysis and ultrasound results show Lilac's blood work shows kidney function is poor as the result of something that can be treated. She sounds to be in great condition otherwise, so well done.

 

[Orenoko]

Sending vibes that Urinalysis and ultrasound results show Lilac's blood work shows kidney function is poor as the result of something that can be treated. She sounds to be in great condition otherwise, so well done.

She's booked in for 29th, my rabbit savvy vet isn't at that branch until that date, but it'll come round pretty quick.

 

[twistedtiggerz69]

Sending you vibes for Lilac and hope her ultrasound goes well for her. You are doing everything right getting her checked out after weeing outside the litter box.

Our bunny Mischief does this also. We thought he was just getting confused as wees on the tray near the litter box. Your post has made me decide we should get him checked out too so your post could also help him get treated so thank you for that

 

[InspectorMorse]

Little old Lilac has had some blood tests and her kidney function is poor, I'm also waiting for results of a urinalysis as well. The vet said she is also showing some signs of anaemia. She's going in for an ultrasound on her kidneys and bladder next week but wanted to ask if others have experience of kidney issues?

She's 10 so this isn't totally unexpected, and on metacam and gabapentin for arthritis. Teeth are good, her weight has actually gone up by a small amount in recent weeks, body condition is good and she's quite lively. The trigger for the tests was that she started to pee outside of her litter box which she's never done the whole time I've owned her so I initially thought she had a UTI but her pee is normal colour and she isn't straining so the vet wanted to do additional investigation.

Obviously I will be speaking to my vet further once we have the urinalysis and ultrasound results but anyone have any ideas on prognosis and treatment?

Kidney problems - Bishops Stortford Vets

My bunny has renal failure

Hello there, My 3 year old rescue bunny developed anorexia very acutely last week, the vets took tests and said likely renal failure and the results are not good atall. I’m assuming it is e cuniculi as my other rabbit has this 5 months ago. The tests results for the disease are due in, in a few...

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Renal disease

wabbitwiki.com

https://www.harcourt-brown.co.uk/articles/free-food-for-rabbits/diet-sheets/diet-sheet-for-rabbits-with-urinary-tract-disease

See text marked in yellow

Meloxicam (Metacam)

Meloxicam is generally given to control arthritis pain in dogs though it can be given for many other painful conditions. It is often used an analgesic in conjunction with surgery.

veterinarypartner.vin.com

 

[Orenoko]

Sending you vibes for Lilac and hope her ultrasound goes well for her. You are doing everything right getting her checked out after weeing outside the litter box.

Our bunny Mischief does this also. We thought he was just getting confused as wees on the tray near the litter box. Your post has made me decide we should get him checked out too so your post could also help him get treated so thank you for that

Awww sending vibes for Mischief that it's nothing serious!

 

[Orenoko]

Kidney problems - Bishops Stortford Vets

My bunny has renal failure

Hello there, My 3 year old rescue bunny developed anorexia very acutely last week, the vets took tests and said likely renal failure and the results are not good atall. I’m assuming it is e cuniculi as my other rabbit has this 5 months ago. The tests results for the disease are due in, in a few...

forums.rabbitrehome.org.uk

Renal disease

wabbitwiki.com

https://www.harcourt-brown.co.uk/articles/free-food-for-rabbits/diet-sheets/diet-sheet-for-rabbits-with-urinary-tract-disease

See text marked in yellow

Meloxicam (Metacam)

Meloxicam is generally given to control arthritis pain in dogs though it can be given for many other painful conditions. It is often used an analgesic in conjunction with surgery.

veterinarypartner.vin.com

Thanks Jane, I will need to speak the vet about her metacam use. She's a nightmare with any medication and metacam is the only thing she'll take from a syringe, I have to hide the rest of her meds in food and hope she doesn't notice, but sometimes she does notice and doesn't take it, so I've always relied on the metacam to ensure she has at least some level of consistent pain relief.

 

[twistedtiggerz69]

Awww sending vibes for Mischief that it's nothing serious!

Thank you so much. I hope Lilac can be treated and sending her and you lots of vibes x