How do I know if my rabbit has gas?

The common symptoms of gas in rabbits include:
  1. Loud, gurgling stomach.
  2. Pushing the stomach against the floor.
  3. Lethargy.
  4. The stomach is hard to the touch.
  5. Inability to defecate.
  6. Reduced appetite.
  7. Hunched posture.
  8. Grinding teeth.

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What food gives rabbits gas?

The culprit that causes gas problems in our bunnies is believed to exist in the diet we feed them, specifically large amounts of: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and kale. Some bunnies are susceptible to gas more than others no matter their size or breed.

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How do I know if my rabbit has a bloated stomach?

This condition generally comes on suddenly. A rabbit that seems completely healthy will suddenly stop eating, defecations will stop, and the rabbit will appear very tired or lethargic. As the condition continues, signs of abdominal pain such as a hunched posture, tooth grinding, and reluctance to move may be observed.

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How do I know if my rabbit has a blockage?

Rabbits with an intestinal obstruction present severe abdominal pain and as a result will become anorexic, unwilling to move and grind their teeth in pain (bruxism). They will also press their abdomen on the ground, have a bloated and distended abdomen, and cease production of faecal pellets.

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How do I know if my rabbit is struggling to breathe?

If your rabbit is having trouble breathing, you may notice:
  1. Fast breathing.
  2. Noisy breathing.
  3. Sneezing.
  4. Wheezing.
  5. Weepy eyes.
  6. A mucky nose (or mucky front paws/legs from cleaning)
  7. Reduced appetite.
  8. Being quiet/withdrawn.

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Gas in rabbits; common and dangerous

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How long does gut stasis last in rabbits?

The most common presenting complaint in rabbits with GI stasis is a gradual decrease in appetite and subsequent decrease in fecal production. Appetite usually decreases over a period of 2 to 7 days.

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How do you relieve gas pains?

Making lifestyle changes may help reduce or relieve excess gas and gas pain.
  1. Try smaller portions. ...
  2. Eat slowly, chew your food thoroughly and don't gulp. ...
  3. Avoid chewing gum, sucking on hard candies and drinking through a straw. ...
  4. Check your dentures. ...
  5. Don't smoke. ...
  6. Exercise.

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How do I make my rabbit's stomach feel better?

Massaging or vibrating your rabbit's tummy is one of the best ways to help break up gas bubbles and encourage the gut to 'get moving'. Sit bunny on your lap or on a towel on the counter and with your hands gently knead your rabbit's abdomen, as deeply as she will allow.

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Can a rabbit survive bloat?

Bloat, however, happens suddenly and without warning, and the prognosis for survival is poor, although bloat can even develop as a complication of GI stasis (1).

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Can greens cause gas in rabbits?

It will give them painful gas. Never give your rabbit kale or spinach. Kale and spinach can cause health problems over time, due to the high amount of oxalates and goitrogens.

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Can carrots cause gas in rabbits?

Unfortunately, the high sugar content of carrots is what makes them unhealthy for rabbits. Sugar can affect the microbial balance in your rabbit's gut. Moreover, when sugar ferments, it produces gas which can cause gastrointestinal stasis, a potentially fatal condition in rabbits.

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How often do you give rabbits gas drops?

It can make stool look dark and shiny, but it helps alleviate some of the gas. Bunnies can take 1-2 cc of baby simethicone (20mg/ml suspension) as often as every hour for the first three doses, then 1 cc every three to eight hours thereafter until their appetite and stool return to normal.

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What food is good for rabbits digestive system?

Fresh, clean drinking water and good quality hay and grass should make up the majority of your rabbits' diet. A rabbit's digestive system needs hay or grass to function properly so a healthy supply is extremely important. You can supplement with leafy greens and a small amount of pellets.

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Will gas pain go away by itself?

Intestinal gas and its discomfort are likely to resolve on their own. Burping or passing gas through the rectum (flatulence) is usually enough to ease your physical discomfort.

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How long does trapped gas last?

While trapped gas may cause discomfort, it usually passes on its own after a few hours. Some people may be able to relieve pain due to trapped gas using natural remedies, certain body positions, or OTC medications. Avoiding known trigger foods or drinks can help prevent trapped gas from occurring.

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What causes excessive gas?

Excessive flatulence can be caused by swallowing more air than usual or eating food that's difficult to digest. It can also be related to an underlying health problem affecting the digestive system, such as recurring indigestion or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Read more about the causes of flatulence.

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Do rabbits eat if they have GI stasis?

Signs of GI stasis can occur suddenly or gradually. Typically, rabbits will eat less or stop eating completely. Their fecal pellets become smaller, drier, and eventually stop being produced.

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Do bunnies with GI Stasis poop?

Rabbits with GI stasis can quickly become lethargic and may exhibit signs of pain such as teeth grinding and a hunched posture. They may also begin to produce excessive gas and sometimes soft stool or diarrhea.

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How can I tell my rabbit is in pain?

Often a rabbit in pain will sit hunched up, unwilling to move. A rabbit that sits hunched up, with eyes half closed, and firm teeth grinding is likely in pain and needs a vet check form filled out and supervisor notified.

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How do I know if my rabbit has a respiratory infection?

The symptoms of a respiratory infection include:
  1. Weepy eyes.
  2. Discharge from the nose.
  3. Sneezing/snuffles.
  4. Fast breathing/difficulty breathing.
  5. Wheezing/noisy breathing.
  6. Low energy, being quieter than usual or hiding away.
  7. Loss of appetite and weight loss.
  8. Stained fur on front legs from cleaning weepy eyes and a runny nose.

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Why is my rabbit laying on its side?

In most cases, a rabbit laying on their side is just sleeping. They aren't sick or dying in any way. Instead, this is a position rabbits will sleep in when they feel completely safe and secure in their environment. This is what's called a rabbit flop.

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Should rabbits have access to pellets all day?

Pellets can be good for rabbits in small quantities, but they are not a necessary part of a rabbit's daily food intake. If pet rabbits are given a balanced diet with grass-based hay and a variety of leafy green vegetables, they can still be healthy on a pellet-free diet.

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How long does it take a rabbit to poop after GI stasis?

It may take several days before any fecal pellets are seen, and it may take two weeks or more of motility therapy before the intestine is moving normally again.

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