Sore Hocks

[RalloTubbs]

Hello,

New rabbit owners here.

We have 2 Euro giants one of them (runt of litter) has got some bad hock sores we have spoke to our vet who has advised we need to get some soft bedding for them to help with that.

we did consider stable mat which we feel wouldnt be soft enough to encourge the healing needed for her.

What would people around recommend?

(they are currently inside with us on carpet to start to the healing)

 

[InspectorMorse]

Has the Vet *examined* the Rabbit, this is essential. Sore hocks are ……sore, so she will need pain relief at the very least. Depending on what grade of sore hocks is present other treatments might also be needed. Also, the cause of the sore hocks needs to be identified and treated too.Sore hocks are often a secondary symptom to another problem such as obesity, arthritis, lack of exercise, too long toe nails etc.

Carpet can make sore hocks worse as it’s abrasive. So if she’s now housed on carpet you’ll need to cover the carpet with old duvet covers or sheets

Pododermatitis in rabbits: an under-recognised problem

Elisabetta Mancinelli looks at a disorder that most commonly affects the plantar aspect of the caudal metatarsal and tarsal areas of rabbits.

www.vettimes.co.uk

 

[RalloTubbs]

yeah, fully looked at. loxicom for pain, nails clipped

vet thinks it is because of the outside hutch area being decked that is what could be causing it as it isnt soft enough.

although our other bunny whjo is twice the size she hasnt got any issues

 

[InspectorMorse]

yeah, fully looked at. loxicom for pain, nails clipped

vet thinks it is because of the outside hutch area being decked that is what could be causing it as it isnt soft enough.

although our other bunny whjo is twice the size she hasnt got any issues

Did the Vet check the Rabbit’s hips and spine ?
Is there any sign of hind leg weakness ?

 

[bunny momma]

Sending positive vibes she will heal with an appropriate surface and treatment.

 

[Tiggertime]

Unless they're on grass/soil all the time it's nigh on impossible to get rid of. Bunny's feet aren't designed for carpet/duvets/sheets/mats/vinyl/timber etc.