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Will a Rabbit’s Diarrhea Get Better on Its Own?
A rabbit's gut is delicate, so diarrhea is a serious sign that will not resolve on its own. Causes include coccidiosis, chills/colds, improper diet, and rabbit hemorrhagic disease (RHD); treatment ranges from veterinary care for infection or RHD, to warming and diet fixes for mild cases. Never wait it out.
Why Is My Rabbit Passing Blood in Its Stool?
Blood in a rabbit's stool is alarming and should never be ignored. Causes include constipation from dry food and low water intake, parasite overload, enteritis (which can rupture local capillaries), and rectal tumors or polyps. Treatment matches the cause—diet and hydration for constipation, deworming for parasites, antibiotics for enteritis, and prompt surgery consult for growths.
What to Do When Your Rabbit’s Mouth Is Sore or Cracked
A rabbit with a sore or cracked mouth needs prompt checking and treatment, or the problem can worsen. Common causes are a vitamin-deficient diet, poor oral hygiene, and dehydration; treatment means switching to vitamin-rich greens and hay, cleaning the mouth, encouraging water, and providing chew toys to keep teeth worn.
How soon can a rabbit’s sex be told?
Experienced keepers can sex a rabbit after 1 month, but beginners should wait until 3 months. At 3 months the doe's opening is oval and near the anus, the buck's is triangular and farther away.
How long until a rabbit is adult?
A rabbit is adult at 6 months when organs are mature. Note sexual maturity comes earlier at 3-4 months; breed only after 6 months to avoid poor growth or birth trouble.
How long is a female rabbit’s pregnancy?
A female rabbit's pregnancy lasts about 30 days, with slight variation by breed and individual. She becomes more sensitive during this time, so provide a quiet, comfortable environment and extra nutrition.
How long can a newborn rabbit survive without nursing?
A newborn rabbit risks death if it misses milk beyond 24 hours. Nurse within 24 hours; use goat milk if needed and never handle kits by hand.
How soon before birth do pregnant rabbits pull fur?
Pregnant rabbits pull fur 1-3 days before birth to line the nest. Gestation is 28-32 days; prepare the nest box ahead.
How should I treat my rabbit’s eye with anti-inflammatory ointment, and what if the bump is hard?
Swelling and tearing around a rabbit's eye usually signal a fungal or bacterial skin infection. Clean with saline or iodine, apply an antibacterial ointment without bandaging, and use an E-collar if it scratches. See a vet if it does not improve.
When can a rabbit’s pregnancy be seen?
Clear signs like digging and cage-chewing appear at 10-15 days. The re-mating test at 5-6 days also works: a pregnant doe refuses the male and grunts. Appetite, weight, and belly grow by 1-2 weeks.