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=Rabbit Care=
=Rabbit Care=
==Baseline Vitals==
* **Temperature:** 100.5°F – 102.5°F 
  * Does about to give birth may drop to as low as 98°F 
* **Capillary Refill:** < 2 seconds 


==Anatomy==
==Anatomy==
[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Anatomy Anatomy of the Rabbit]
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Anatomy Anatomy of the Rabbit]   
 
 
please use the formatting  that follows for all condition  articles
* ==Etiology (cause)==
* ==Clinical Signs==
* ==Treatment, Prevention, and Control==
 
=Physical Warning Signs =
 
 
==Nose==
*Bloody Nose
*Thick White Mucus
*labored or mouth breathing
 
==Fecal Abnormalities ==
 
*Normal Poo:  Rabbit poo should be round, dark brown or Black  approx. 1/4 in diameter,  and should have a very firm, but slightly moist consistency, it should break apart when squeezed, but not crumble.
*Light colored "Golden" poo : GoldenPoo is a sign of a rabbit getting TOO MUCH FIBER .
*Long oddly shaped Soft  and sticky poo.
*Stringy Poo
*White or Clear Mucus
*Diarrhea
 
==Urine==
Rabbits do pee rainbows so colored urine is not always an issue, but some colors do flag possible issues.
 
*Normal Rabbit Urine ranges in colors from almost clear, to a dark Yellow, Red, and White.
 
*red urine (They should only pee red when fed red veggies)
 
*white urine, may be a sign of balder sludge, but this is not necessarily abnormal or means your rabbit is sick. White Urine if only occasionally may mean that  your feed is high in calcium. Normal Rabbit Physiology is set up to process excess calcium, and even bladder sludge. this will become an issue if your rabbit has a genetic predisposition to narrow urethra,  or poor mobility. If Your rabbit has poor mobility you will want to switch it to a lower calcium Diet, and add supplements to help mitigate bladder sludge.
 
==Coat Texture==
*Dry, Brittle Coat
*Oily coat
 
==Eyes==
 
Healthy eyes should be clear, Bright , and alert.
Warning signs that your rabbit may be sick are:
* Squinted eyes, " Ouchie Face" this is an out ward indication your rabbit may be in pain, often a sign of bloat or gastric issues.
* Weepy eyes, can be a sign of allergy or eye irritations.
* White mucus/puss coming from the corner of the eye, several warnings: including eye infection, Pasteurella, Sinus, tooth or ear infection.
* Blood coming from eyes, examine for a physical injury, or RHDv2.
* White or cloudy film ON the surface of the  cornea, eye infection, conjunctivitis, scratched cornea, entropion eyelid.
* White or Cloudy film INSIDE the pupal, E.C., Parasites, Cataracts or Juvenile Cataracts.
 
=Diseases and Treatments=
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
the following are links to in-depth pages on each item, as well as lists of topics you can peruse.
 
 
==Medicine Cabinet==
 
You should keep these Emergency items in your medicine cabinet. Antibiotics highlighted in red
  [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/263675779_Exotic_Animal_Formulary_-_by_James_W_Carpenter Exotic Animal Formulary -_by James W Carpenter 4th ed]
 
===By Use===
[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Antimicrobial_Agents Antimicrobial Agents Used in Rabbits.]
 
===Alphabetically:===
 
#
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=4x4_Gauze: 4x4 Gauze]
 
A
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Apple_cider_vinegar: Apple Cider Vinegar]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Athletes_Foot_Cream: Athletes Foot Cream ]
 
B
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=B-Complex_vit_injectable: B-Complex Injectable]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Baby_Gas_Drops: Baby Gas Drops]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Baby_wipes: Baby Wipes]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Bleach: Bleach]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Blue_kote: Blue Kote]
 
C
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Corid: Corid ]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Corn_Syrup: Corn Syrup]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Cotton_Balls: Cotton Balls]
 
D
 
E
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Electrolyte_powder: Electrolyte Powder]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Exam_gloves: Exam Gloves]
 
F
 
G
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Grip_eWater: Gripe Water ]
 
H
 
I
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=ImodiumAD: Imodium AD]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Iodine: Iodine]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Iron100injectable: Iron 100 injectable]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Ivermectin: Ivermectin]
 
J
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=JumpstartPaste: Jumpstart Paste]
 
K
 
L
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Lighter: Lighter]
* <span style="color:red">LA 200 , Liquamycin </span>
* <span style="color:red">LA 300 , Noromycin </span> ** harder to dose for rabbits due to concentration


M
*Condition articles should follow this format:* 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Mineral_oil: Mineral oil]
* ==Etiology (cause)== 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Molasses: Molasses]
* ==Clinical Signs== 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Monistat_7: Monistat 7]
* ==Treatment, Prevention, and Control== 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Mylicon: Mylicon]


N
[https://cals.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/2021-12/rabbit_decatholon_senior_remediated.pdf]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=needles: Needles]


O
==Physical Warning Signs==
*oxytetracycline (LA 200) (LA 300)


P
===Nose===
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Peroxide: Peroxide ]
* Bloody nose 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=PreparationH: Preparation H]
* Thick white mucus 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=ProbioticPowder: Probiotic Powder]
* Labored or mouth breathing 
*


Q
===Fecal Abnormalities===
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Q-tips: Q-tips]
* **Normal Poo:** Round, dark brown or black, ~1/4 inch diameter, firm but slightly moist, breaks apart when squeezed 
* **Golden Poo:** Light-colored feces due to excess fiber 
* Long, oddly-shaped, soft or sticky feces 
* Stringy Poo 
* White or clear mucus 
* Diarrhea 


R
===Urine===
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Redcell: Red cell]
Rabbits may produce a wide range of urine colors; some are normal.
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Rubbingalcohol: Rubbing alcohol]


S
* Normal urine ranges from almost clear to dark yellow, red, or white 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=SafeGuard: SafeGuard ]
* Red urine is normal only if fed red vegetables 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=slave: Slave]
* White urine may indicate bladder sludge; occasionally normal if diet is high in calcium. Excess calcium can become an issue in rabbits with urethral predispositions or poor mobility. Adjust diet and consider supplements if needed.
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Simethicone: Simethicone]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Selenium-EpasteGel: Selenium-E paste/Gel]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Sweetoil: Sweet oil]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Syringes: Syringes]


T
References: 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Toltrazuril5: Toltrazuril 5%]
[https://www.dvm360.com/view/rabbit-calcium-metabolism-bladder-sludge-and-urolithiasis-proceedings DVM360] 
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=TripleAntibioticOintment : Triple Antibiotic Ointment]
[https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11310&catId=33767&id=4516322&ind=155&objTypeID=17 VIN]
*
[https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1094919407000679?via%3Dihub ScienceDirect]


U
===Coat Texture===
* Dry, brittle coat 
* Oily coat 


V
===Eyes===
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Vaseline: Vaseline]
Healthy eyes should be clear, bright, and alert. Warning signs include: 
* Squinted eyes ("Ouchie Face") – may indicate pain, bloat, or gastric issues 
* Weepy eyes – may indicate allergies or irritation 
* White mucus/pus from eye corners – may indicate infection, Pasteurella, sinus, tooth, or ear infection 
* Blood from eyes – examine for injury or RHDv2 
* White/cloudy film on cornea – possible infection, conjunctivitis, scratched cornea, or entropion 
* White/cloudy film inside pupil – E.C., parasites, cataracts 


W
==Diseases and Treatments==
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=WonderDust: Wonder Dust]
* [https://www.fao.org/3/t0756e/T0756E09.htm FAO: Diseases of Domestic Rabbits]


X
===Medicine Cabinet===
Keep emergency items on hand. Antibiotics highlighted in red. 
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JRR3XzP3XKT_tFOTJ6_wFDURolGPWtpa/view?usp=share_link Exotic Animal Formulary – Carpenter 4th ed., Rabbits start p. 537] 


Y
====By Use====
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Antimicrobial_Agents Antimicrobial Agents Used in Rabbits] 


Z
====Alphabetically====
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=4x4_Gauze 4x4 Gauze] 
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Apple_cider_vinegar Apple Cider Vinegar] 
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Athletes_Foot_Cream Athletes Foot Cream] 
* <span style="color:red">[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Draxxin Draxxin]</span> 
* <span style="color:red">LA 200, Liquamycin</span> 
* <span style="color:red">LA 300, Noromycin</span> 
* Continue list preserving all links as in original text 


==Bacterial==
==Bacterial==
 
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Abscess&action=edit&redlink=1 Abscess]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php?title=Abscess&action=edit&redlink=1 Abscess]
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/E.Coli E.Coli]
*Blue Breast
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pasteurella Pasteurella]
*Conjunctivitis
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pseudomonas Pseudomonas]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/E.Coli E.Coli ]
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pasteurella Snuffles]
*Enteritis Complex
*Enterotoxaemia
*Foot Abscess
*Hemorrhagic Septicemia
*Listeria
*Listerious
*Mastitis
*Metritis
*Mucoid Enteritis
*Nest Box Eye
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pasteurella Pasteurella ]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pasteurella Pasteurelosis]
*Pneumonia
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pseudomonas Pseudomonas]
*Rabbit Syphilis
*Salmonella
*Salmonellosis
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pasteurella Snuffles]
*Sore Eye
*Tyzzer's Disease
*Vent Disease
*Weaning Enteritis
*Weepy Eye
*Wry Neck


==Viral==
==Viral==
 
* Infectious Myxomatosis
*Infectious Myxomatosis
* Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease 1 and 2
*Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease 1 and 2
* Myxomatosis
*Myxomatosis


==Fungal==
==Fungal==
 
* Dermatophytosis
*Dermatophytosis
* Ring Worm
*Ring Worm


==Parasitic==
==Parasitic==
===External===
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Flea Fleas] 
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Ear_mites Ear Mites] 
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Ear_mites Ear Canker] 


===External Parasites===
===Internal===
*Warbles
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Worms Pin Worms] 
*Bot Fly
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Worms Tape Worms] 
*Fly strike
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Worms Whip Worms] 
*Fur Mites
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/E.Cuniculi E.Cuniculi] 
*Mange Mite
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Coccidia Coccidia]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Ear_mites Ear Mites]
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Liver_Flukes Liver Flukes]
*[https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Ear_mites Ear Canker]


===Internal Parasites ===
==Non-Infectious Conditions==
===Cancer===
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Cancer Cancer] 


*Pin Worms
===Gastrointestinal===
*Tape Worms
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/GI_stasis#Treatment%2C_Prevention%2C_and_Control GI stasis] 
*Whip Worms
*Nosema
*E.Cuniculi
*Coccidia
**Intestinal
** Hepatic


==Non-Infectious Conditions==
===Gastrointestinal===
*GI stasis
===Reproductive Issues===
===Reproductive Issues===
* Cannibalism
* Heat sterilization – ginger added to feed stopped the heat sterilization [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32819074/] 
* Heat sterilization : Ginger added to the feed stopped the heat sterilization   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32819074/
* Pregnancy Toxemia
* Pregnancy Toxemia  
* Caked Breast
* Caked Breast
* "Young Doe Death Syndrome"
* "Young Doe Death Syndrome"
* Orphaned Kits
* Orphaned Kits  
* Milk Enterotoxaemia
* Scattering Young
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/De-sexing_complications de-sexing complications]
* Early Nest Box Fatalities
* Milk Enterotoxaemia
 
===Common Injury or Self-inflected===
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Cancer Cancer]
* Fighting
* Fur Chewing
* Hair/Wool Block
* Wet-Dewlap* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Pseudomonas can lead to infectious Pseudomonas]
* Wry-Neck
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Sore_Hocks Sore Hocks]
* Ulcerated Footpads
 
===Dental===
* Slobbers
* Tooth Abscess
 
===Genetic Abnormalities Birth Defects ===
* Fetal Giantism
* Microcardia
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Malocclusion Malocclusion ]
* Calcium Sludge.
https://www.tiktok.com/@dominothespotcat/video/7124899522358267182?_t=8VSTtKvO62A&_r=1
* Torticollis
* Ketosis
* Dystocia
* "Young Doe Death Syndrome"
* Enterotoxaemia
* Mastitis
* Staphylococcus sp.
* Agalactia
* Red Urine
* Paralysis of Hindquarter
* Hutch Burn/Urine scald
* Corneal Ulcer
* Keratitis
* Glaucoma
* Heat Prostration
* Coprophagy
* Non-Specific Diarrhea
* [https://mmcrabbits.com/BCWiki/index.php/Porcelain_Gallbladder Porcelain Gallbladder]
* Fatty Liver
 
[https://reader.elsevier.com/reader/sd/pii/B9780124095274000109?token=DD76077F427AB1151870A718E5C06BF8DD659A1EED297CF29E4A260F08B9C03747109794F2CDDC1A497EB31C08937A01&originRegion=us-east-1&originCreation=20220102154434]
 
=Housing=


Wire floored cages are fine  for most breeds of rabbits as long as the correct wire is used .
===Housing===
Wire-floored cages are suitable for most breeds if the correct wire is used.

Latest revision as of 18:36, 17 August 2025

Rabbit Care[edit | edit source]

Baseline Vitals[edit | edit source]

  • **Temperature:** 100.5°F – 102.5°F
 * Does about to give birth may drop to as low as 98°F
  • **Capillary Refill:** < 2 seconds

Anatomy[edit | edit source]

  • Condition articles should follow this format:*
  • ==Etiology (cause)==
  • ==Clinical Signs==
  • ==Treatment, Prevention, and Control==

[1]

Physical Warning Signs[edit | edit source]

Nose[edit | edit source]

  • Bloody nose
  • Thick white mucus
  • Labored or mouth breathing

Fecal Abnormalities[edit | edit source]

  • **Normal Poo:** Round, dark brown or black, ~1/4 inch diameter, firm but slightly moist, breaks apart when squeezed
  • **Golden Poo:** Light-colored feces due to excess fiber
  • Long, oddly-shaped, soft or sticky feces
  • Stringy Poo
  • White or clear mucus
  • Diarrhea

Urine[edit | edit source]

Rabbits may produce a wide range of urine colors; some are normal.

  • Normal urine ranges from almost clear to dark yellow, red, or white
  • Red urine is normal only if fed red vegetables
  • White urine may indicate bladder sludge; occasionally normal if diet is high in calcium. Excess calcium can become an issue in rabbits with urethral predispositions or poor mobility. Adjust diet and consider supplements if needed.

References: DVM360 VIN ScienceDirect

Coat Texture[edit | edit source]

  • Dry, brittle coat
  • Oily coat

Eyes[edit | edit source]

Healthy eyes should be clear, bright, and alert. Warning signs include:

  • Squinted eyes ("Ouchie Face") – may indicate pain, bloat, or gastric issues
  • Weepy eyes – may indicate allergies or irritation
  • White mucus/pus from eye corners – may indicate infection, Pasteurella, sinus, tooth, or ear infection
  • Blood from eyes – examine for injury or RHDv2
  • White/cloudy film on cornea – possible infection, conjunctivitis, scratched cornea, or entropion
  • White/cloudy film inside pupil – E.C., parasites, cataracts

Diseases and Treatments[edit | edit source]

Medicine Cabinet[edit | edit source]

Keep emergency items on hand. Antibiotics highlighted in red.

By Use[edit | edit source]

Alphabetically[edit | edit source]

Bacterial[edit | edit source]

Viral[edit | edit source]

  • Infectious Myxomatosis
  • Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease 1 and 2
  • Myxomatosis

Fungal[edit | edit source]

  • Dermatophytosis
  • Ring Worm

Parasitic[edit | edit source]

External[edit | edit source]

Internal[edit | edit source]

Non-Infectious Conditions[edit | edit source]

Cancer[edit | edit source]

Gastrointestinal[edit | edit source]

Reproductive Issues[edit | edit source]

  • Heat sterilization – ginger added to feed stopped the heat sterilization [2]
  • Pregnancy Toxemia
  • Caked Breast
  • "Young Doe Death Syndrome"
  • Orphaned Kits
  • Milk Enterotoxaemia
  • de-sexing complications

Housing[edit | edit source]

Wire-floored cages are suitable for most breeds if the correct wire is used.

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