How much does a vet cost for a rabbit?

Rabbit vet care can be expensive. Check-ups average $25- $55 per visit. In general, plan on a yearly check-up for healthy rabbits under 5 years old. Ask your vet about rabbits 5+ years old.

Do Vets treat rabbits?

Just like all companion animals, your rabbit will need to go to a vet sometimes. The big difference is that rabbits require a special vet – an exotics or small animal vet. Most dog and cat vets just do not have the experience needed to safely and effectively treat your rabbit.

What does a vet do for a rabbit?

The vet can check your rabbit’s teeth to make sure they aren’t growing too long and are not infected. They’ll make sure your rabbit is a healthy weight, check their breathing and heart rates, and make sure their ears and eyes look healthy.

How often do rabbits need to go to the vet?

twice a year
Rabbit exams should be done at least annually, often twice a year in rabbits over 5 years of age. Stool samples should be evaluated at the first three visits if the rabbit is kept only inside. If your rabbit is taken outside, a stool sample should be checked at every visit.

Are there any veterinarians that take rabbits?

House Rabbit Society makes NO CLAIMS regarding these veterinarians. This veterinarian list is another way that House Rabbit Society advocates for the welfare of pet rabbits. Veterinary medical schools typically do not cover rabbits as a required species.

Who are the veterinarians for the House Rabbit Society?

The level of experience may vary significantly from vet to vet. House Rabbit Society makes NO CLAIMS regarding these veterinarians. So. Pasadena, CA 91030 3580 Willow Ln. 915 W. Foothill Blvd, Ste. A 808-446-4010 808-893-2380 808-662-0099 5942 Lovers Ln. 176 Waits River Road.

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.

What does a vet check on a rabbit?

In addition to checking your rabbit’s eyes, ears, skin, fur, and overall body condition (which you should do at home, too), she will also listen to his breathing and heartbeat, and ask questions about diet, exercise, activity level, and other important questions.

When should a rabbit go to the vet?

How often should you take your rabbit to the vet? Rabbits who are healthy only need to be brought to the vet for a checkup once a year. If your rabbit is elderly or has frequent health problems, then you should bring them to the vet every 6 months.

What kind of veterinary care do rabbits need?

Veterinary Care We recommend yearly physical exams for all rabbits. Although rabbits do not require any vaccinations, we recommend routine veterinary care since physical exams may reveal disease in the early stages.

Do rabbits need regular vet care?

Myth 3: Rabbits do not need veterinary care the way dogs and cats do. Reality: Although rabbits in the USA do not require annual vaccinations, nevertheless, regular veterinary checkups help to detect small problems before they become big ones.

What vet checks do rabbits need?

All rabbits should have regular health checks with your veterinarian along with vaccinations for calicivirus. Calicivirus is an infectious disease that leads to death in unvaccinated rabbits.

When should rabbits go to the vet?

Does pet insurance cover vet check ups?

A pet health insurance policy that includes a wellness plan will typically help cover the costs of routine veterinary visits, such as exams and preventive care. Pet wellness plans, sometimes called a preventative pet care plan or routine pet care coverage, may be optional on your pet insurance policy.

Do bunnies need salt licks?

Contrary to popular belief, rabbits do not need salt licks, vitamins, or hard wooden objects to wear their teeth down. Teeth are kept worn to a proper length by the silicate and lignin content of grass and grass.

How can I find the best vet for my Rabbit?

Next check the yellow pages for veterinarians who advertise as “exotic” (includes, rabbits & rodents). The next step is to phone the vet. Let the front office person know that you are concerned with finding the very best veterinarian to care for your rabbit and that you would like to speak directly to the doctor at his/her convenience.

What kind of vet does House Rabbit Society use?

International veterinary listings are at the bottom. Listings are links to local chapter vet recommendations or recommendations made by experienced rabbit rescuers or guardians. House Rabbit Society makes NO CLAIMS regarding these veterinarians.

What do you need to know to be a veterinarian?

Since veterinary medical schools typically do not cover rabbits as a required species, 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.

Where can I find a good veterinarian for my Rabbit?

Check the House Rabbit Society’s recommended veterinarian list first to see if there are any recommended rabbit veterinarians listed in your area. Next check Google for veterinarians who advertise as “exotic” (includes, rabbits & rodents). Then randomly select 5 veterinarians who do NOT advertise as avian or exotic.

International veterinary listings are at the bottom. Listings are links to local chapter vet recommendations or recommendations made by experienced rabbit rescuers or guardians. House Rabbit Society makes NO CLAIMS regarding these veterinarians.

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.

Since veterinary medical schools typically do not cover rabbits as a required species, 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.