What Medicine Can I Give My Rabbit?

These include ibuprofen, flunixin meglumine, aspirin, carprofen, and meloxicam. They’re commonly used to treat pain, inflammation, and swelling in rabbits. NSAIDs are the most common pain-relieving drugs used for chronic pain in rabbits.

Can I give human medicine to my rabbit?

Do not put any medication into your bunny’s eye unless it is given to you by a qualified vet for that purpose. Many people attempt to treat their rabbit’s eyes with leftover dog/cat/human drugs, often with disastrous consequences.

How do you treat a sick rabbit at home?

While you seek treatment, try to keep your rabbit hydrated and warm. A syringe with water or soft foods (applesauce or baby food) can assist. Depending on the condition, your vet may prescribe prescription medication to help your rabbit’s condition.

Can you give ibuprofen to rabbits?

Ibuprofen is currently used routinely in rodents and rabbits for the relief of mild to moderately painful conditions such as skin lesions, fight wounds and skin abscesses. Generally the dose for oral administration is between 7.5 and 30 mg/kg b.m. every 6-8 hours (JENKINS, 1987; LILES and FLECKNELL, 1992).

What is a natural antibiotic for rabbits?

Goldenseal
It’s an effective anti-inflammatory treatment for rabbits who suffer from frequent infections. Goldenseal also has properties that help in treating bladder infections by acting as a natural antibiotic.

Can I give my bunny anything for pain?

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), such as aspirin, carprofen, flunixin meglumine, and meloxicam are able to decrease swelling and inflammation. The potency of different NSAIDS varies with each drug, dose and type of pain. Rabbits require high dosages of aspirin, but it can be a very effective analgesic.

Can a rabbit have amoxicillin?

An important difference to consider is that there are fewer safe antibiotics to use in rabbits than there are in dogs and cats. For example, amoxicillin, a benign drug in most animals, can cause a fatal enterotoxemia in rabbits.

What are the signs of a sick rabbit?

Subtle signs of illness in a rabbit vary and can include:

• Slow movement, staying still or hiding away.
• Breathing faster than usual or noisy breathing.
• Eating less and/or refusing certain foods.
• A change in thirst levels.
• Producing less stool or producing stool that looks different to normal.

What to do if rabbit is dying?

If your rabbit is dying, sometimes the only thing you can do is comfort them.
How to comfort a dying rabbit

1. Keep your rabbit comfortable.
2. Make sure your rabbit has everything they need nearby.
3. Stroke your rabbit and give them attention.
4. If you can, feed some pain medication.
5. Keep them in a calm environment.

How do I know my rabbit is dying?

How to tell if a rabbit is dying

1. They stop eating.
2. They stop drinking.
3. They stop passing feces.
4. They feel cold.
5. They are not moving as much.
6. Their breathing is different.
7. They are less responsive.
8. They are unable to stand.

Can I give my rabbit Tylenol?

A single dose of acetaminophen can be toxic or deadly to any animal species, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, ferrets, pigs, and other animals.

Can you give rabbits paracetamol?

Unfortunately, it is commonly assumed that a medication that is safe for humans will also be safe for pets. As a result, a number of animals are poisoned every year when their owners attempt to give them treatment for pain without consulting their vet. The short answer is NO.

What can I give my rabbit for respiratory infection?

If your rabbit is very unwell with a respiratory infection, it’s likely that they will need intensive care in a veterinary hospital until they start to improve and eat again. If your rabbit is struggling to breathe, treatment is likely to start with giving them oxygen, anti-inflammatories and antibiotics.

Can I put apple cider vinegar in my rabbits water?

Rabbits like the taste of ACV and drink more water, resulting in better hydrated rabbits. It’s safe to give to pregnant does, great for rabbits at any life stage. Adding ACV to water changes the pH level of the water, lowering the freezing point of water (a handy benefit when you live in the mountains at 8,000 ft.

How do I know if my rabbit has a cold?

Rabbits don’t catch human colds. If your bunny friend is sneezing or has a runny nose or runny eyes (especially if the discharge is white in color and gelled), they may be suffering from an upper respiratory infection and need to be seen by a veterinarian right away.

What does a rabbit in pain sound like?

Screaming or loud squealing
This indicates great alarm or extreme pain. It sounds exactly like a small child’s scream. Some rabbits will never scream, but many will do so at least once in a lifetime. If your rabbit screams, offer immediate comfort and stay close for a few hours.

What antibiotic can rabbits not have?

This has been called “antibiotic toxicity.” Antibiotics contraindicated for oral administration in rabbits include but not limited to clindamycin, lincomycin, erythromycin, ampicillin, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, and cephalosporins.

How much amoxicillin do you give a rabbit?

1. Amoxycillin: 7-15mg/kg q24-48h (parenterally ONLY) sc.
2. Azithromycin: 15-30 mg/kg po q24.
3. Doxycycline: 2.5 mg/kg q12h po.
4. Enrofloxacin: 5-20 mg/kg q12-24h (20 mg/kg q24h preferable)
5. Marbofloxacin: 2-10 mg/kg sc po q24h.
6. Metronidazole: 20-40 mg/kg sc po q12h.
7. Oxytetracycline: 30 mg/kg sc q72 or 15 mg/kg sc q24h.

What does penicillin treat in rabbits?

Treatment of syphilis in pet rabbits consists of administration of penicillin G, chloramphenicol, or fluoroquinolones (4). Penicillin is recommended for treatment of syphilis in both animals and humans (5, 6) and thus any indications of resistance to this drug should be documented.

How do you treat a rabbit?

How to Care for a Pet Rabbit

1. Step 1: Set Up Safe Indoor Housing.
2. Step 2: Bunny Proof Your House.
3. Step 3: Provide Fresh Hay.
4. Step 4: Provide Fresh Greens, Fiber-rich Pellets, and Fresh Water.
5. Step 5: Set Up a Litter Box.
6. Step 6: Provide Enrichment.
7. Step 7: Groom Your Rabbit.
8. Step 8: Bring Your Rabbit to a Rabbit-Savvy Vet.

Do rabbits get cold at night?

Rabbits are cold weather animals. They’re highly temperature resistant, and can handle temperatures down to almost 30^oF (-2^oC). With a well-insulated hutch, they’ll be fine even in near-freezing conditions.