Sometimes balls of hair can get stuck in rabbits' guts.Gas pain, weight loss, and lethargy are some of the symptoms that can be caused by hair blocking.Take your rabbit to the vet for an evaluation and a treatment plan.It can be difficult to deal with an animal's health issues.
Step 1: There are signs of gas pain that you should watch for.
Gas is the most obvious symptom of a hair problem.A rabbit that is experiencing pain due to gas often hunches over in its cage and presses its belly to the floor.It might grind its teeth.gurgling may come from a rabbit's stomach.
Step 2: Pay attention to the movements of your rabbit.
Changes in bowel movements are a sign of a hair problem.Rabbits with a hair problem will stop moving their bowels.If you notice a lack of droppings in your rabbit's cage, it is time for a vet to evaluate it.
Step 3: Make sure your rabbit is eating well.
Changes in eating habits can show a variety of health concerns.rabbits may eat more food if they have a hair problem.They can get more fiber by eating paper or wood.If your rabbit has a hair problem, you may notice it running quickly.The rabbit may stop eating if it has a hair problem.
Step 4: Look at your rabbit's level of activity.
Sickness usually indicates changes in your rabbit's activity level.Decreased activity is a sign of a problem.The corner of the cage is where your rabbit may spend more time.It is possible that your rabbit is more still than normal.
Step 5: Take a look at the unusual weight loss.
There are many different illnesses in rabbits.If you notice that your rabbit is losing weight, this may be a symptom of a hair block.Unusual weight loss is a symptom of many illnesses.Weight loss that isn't accompanied by other symptoms should be evaluated by a vet.
Step 6: Take your rabbit to the vet right away.
It is very easy to treat hair obstructions with prompt action.As soon as you notice symptoms, make an appointment with your vet.The sooner you start treatment, the better.If you don't already have a vet in your area, look online or in the yellow pages for one with experience treating rabbits.
Step 7: Your vet will be able to confirm a hair problem.
If you bring your rabbit to the vet, they will conduct tests to confirm the diagnosis.Sometimes a physical examination is all that is needed.It is common for x-rays to be taken of the stomach as well.
Step 8: Let your vet take care of you.
fluid therapy is the initial treatment for hair problems.Your vet will inject your rabbit with fluids.It can help replenish lost fluids and loosen the obstruction in your rabbit's stomach.
Step 9: Your vet can give you a stomach massage.
A stomach massage can be used to treat hair problems.Massaging the stomach can loosen hair and allow your rabbit to pass it on its own.Don't try to massage your rabbit's stomach on your own.A medical massage should only be done by a professional.
Step 10: Make sure your rabbit is fed.
Rabbits may have trouble eating.In your home, keep your rabbit in a quiet spot.Chop it up to make it easier to eat.Provide your rabbit with food that will encourage it to eat.Extra green, leafy vegetables should be provided.Your rabbit has extra fiber.Discuss your rabbit's diet with your vet.Depending on your rabbit's current health, they may prescribe a special diet.A lack of fiber in the rabbit's diet can cause hair problems.You may be asked to increase the fiber you feed your rabbit if your vet thinks this is the case.
Step 11: The rabbit should be encouraged to move.
Encourage your rabbit to get some exercise by moving around.Encourage this once your rabbit is well enough to move around.Try to get your rabbit to play with its favorite toys by letting it out of the cage.Take your rabbit for short walks if you ever walk it on a harness.Do not do too much soon.Rest in between and limit activity to a few minutes.
Step 12: Keep the rabbit warm.
Keep your rabbit warm at home if you have a hair problem.You can warm your rabbit up with your own body heat and hold it for an hour at a time.Provide warm bedding and keep your rabbit in a warm area.You can warm them up by putting them in the dryer.Take them out and drape them over your rabbit.Water bottles can be filled with warm water.When it is cold, your rabbit will huddle next to them in the cage.The heating pads are a fire hazard and can cause burns.
Step 13: Your rabbit should be given any medication.
Your vet may prescribe drugs.Make sure to give your rabbit the full round of medication if your vet wants you to.Talk to your vet about how to properly administer medication.
Step 14: If problems don't go away, see a vet again.
With time, a hair block will pass and symptoms will stop.If the symptoms don't go away after a few days, see a vet.A vet might want to check for other issues or suggest more medication to treat the problem.Dental care and teeth filing may be recommended by the vet.