Do all vets see rabbits?
Veterinary medical schools typically do not cover rabbits as a required species. Our aim is to include veterinarians who have demonstrated competency with rabbit medicine and surgery, and who take the time to educate themselves.
Why do Rabbits need to go to the vet?
The main reasons why a rabbit may need to visit the vet are if he/she: 1 stops eating 2 stops pooping 3 starts sneezing 4 becomes lethargic 5 starts drooling 6 starts panting with their mouth open 7 had diarrhea 8 starts limping 9 keeps their head tilted to the side or upside down
What do you need to know about rabbit medicine?
Veterinarians interested in rabbit medicine must learn about rabbits elsewhere, such as by attending conferences and completing continuing education modules, and working with rabbit rescue groups. Our aim is to include veterinarians who have demonstrated competency with rabbit medicine and surgery, and who take the time to educate themselves.
When to report a rabbit to the vet?
It is important that any changes to your rabbits normal appearance or change in character should be reported to your vet immediately. How Much Does The Vet Cost?
What does a blood test tell you about a rabbit?
Blood tests often reveal evidence of dehydration and abnormal electrolyte values. There may also be changes associated with other underlying diseases (such as kidney or liver disease).
The main reasons why a rabbit may need to visit the vet are if he/she: 1 stops eating 2 stops pooping 3 starts sneezing 4 becomes lethargic 5 starts drooling 6 starts panting with their mouth open 7 had diarrhea 8 starts limping 9 keeps their head tilted to the side or upside down
Veterinarians interested in rabbit medicine must learn about rabbits elsewhere, such as by attending conferences and completing continuing education modules, and working with rabbit rescue groups. Our aim is to include veterinarians who have demonstrated competency with rabbit medicine and surgery, and who take the time to educate themselves.
It is important that any changes to your rabbits normal appearance or change in character should be reported to your vet immediately. How Much Does The Vet Cost?
Blood tests often reveal evidence of dehydration and abnormal electrolyte values. There may also be changes associated with other underlying diseases (such as kidney or liver disease).
