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Rabbit Health


These links are for information only and are not a substitute for veterinary care. If you think your bunny is sick, seek medical attention. For a list of veterinarians, click on Find a rabbit vet.

Common Health Concerns:

GastroIntestinal Stasis
GI Stasis: The Silent Killer
Ileus in Domestic Rabbits

For the health index at the House Rabbit Society click here.

Spaying and Neutering:

Having your rabbit spayed or neutered is very important for his or her health. It will also make your bunny easier to live with.
Here's why:
Spay or Neuter My Rabbit?
FAQ: Spaying and Neutering

The SPCA of Wake County offers a voucher program for reduced cost spays and neuters. You can purchase a voucher from them and take it to an approved clinic. You must contact the clinic beforehand to find out which voucher (dog/cat) they accept for rabbits. For more information and a list of participating veterinarians, visit the SPCA's website.

Websites for information about rabbit health:

General information:
Rabbit References
Medirabbit
Index of Rabbit Health Resources (National HRS)

Toxic Plants:
Many houseplants can be dangerous for your rabbit.
Links for identifying toxic plants:
ASPCA's Database of Toxic and Non-toxic plants
Plants Poisonous to Rabbits (San Diego HRS)

National Animal Poison Control Center (ASPCA)

Making a First Aid Kit:

It is always a good idea to have some first aid supplies for your bunny. Some things you can include in your first aid kit are:
  • list of important phone numbers
  • triple antibiotic ointment
  • simethicone infant gas drops
  • saline solution
  • iodine solution
  • styptic powder
  • cotton swabs
  • gauze
  • small flashlight or pen light
  • tweezers
  • blunt end scissors
  • cool pack
  • heating pad or hot water bottle (no cords)
  • small syringes (no needles)
  • vegetable or fruit baby food (stage 1)
  • canned pumpkin
  • pedialyte
The links below will help you in putting together your own first aid kit.
First Aid supplies from Bunny Bunch Boutique
Rabbit Emergency Kit from the House Rabbit Resource Network

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