How do you clean a rabbit's nose?

If the nostrils become clogged, use a damp cotton bud to gently clear them. If your rabbit begins mouth breathing, it's in severe respiratory distress and needs to see a vet urgently.
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Should I clean my rabbits nose?

Rabbits breathe through their nose, so any nasal discharge may detrimentally affect their breathing.
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Why is my rabbit's nose crusty?

The cause of these symptoms is often a chronic bacterial infection in the tear ducts and nasal sinuses. The bacteria involved are usually Pasteurella spp or Staphylococcus spp. Rabbits with dental disease are prone to developing snuffles.
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What do I do if my rabbit keeps sneezing?

Here are some things you can do at home to help
  1. Keep everything very clean to avoid spread.
  2. Remove any mucous discharge form the environment.
  3. Disinfect the rabbit area.
  4. Disinfect any toys or equipment.
  5. Keep your rabbit warm.
  6. Do not separate your rabbit from their friend as the stress will make things worse.
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Should bunny nose be wet?

A rabbit's nose tends to become moist if the animal is trying not to overheat or if it is attempting to improve its sense of smell. So while there are some natural conditions that can cause a wet nose, that does not mean that a runny nose or discharge isn't necessarily an issue.
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Why does my rabbit have boogers?

A: Snuffles is a common upper respiratory disease in domestic rabbits that is caused by bacteria. It often starts as a nasal discharge that soon becomes thick with mucus, which often can be found on the front legs of the rabbit because it has wiped its face. There may also be sneezing and coughing.
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How do I know if my rabbit is cold?

A quick way to check if your rabbit's feeling the cold is to feel their ears. Overly hot or cold ears are a tell-tale sign of a bunny's fever. If in doubt, give your vet a shout.
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Are bunny sneezes normal?

Gesundheit! The cause of a rabbit's sneeze is widely varied. Just like the humans who love them, rabbits can suffer from allergies to an array of irritants like house dust, room fresheners, perfumes, and cigarette smoke.
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Do rabbits fart?

However, rabbits usually have a low-fiber diet, which is high in carbohydrates. This can lead to a gas build up (Known as GI stasis). So, rabbits do not only fart – but they have to do it in order to avoid a gas build up, which can be deadly to them if not treated on time.
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Can rabbits have allergies to hay?

Have you ever felt your rabbit looks like it might have hay fever? The chances are it is allergic to something, although most likely NOT hay – that would be nature at its harshest.
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How do you keep rabbits from snuffles?

What can I do to prevent my rabbit getting snuffles? Ensure that your rabbit's living quarters are well ventilated and are regularly cleaned-out to prevent the build-up of fumes from urine. Also do not use cedar shavings for bedding.
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Can you use Vicks on a rabbit?

Vicks is not harmful for rabbits.
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Why is my rabbits face wet?

"Slobbers" and "wet dewlap" are terms that are often used to describe a moist dermatitis under the chin of rabbits due to excessive drooling. The most common cause of the excessive salivation is dental malocclusion; however, there are other potential causes as well. Facial hair was matted.
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Can rabbit snuffles go away on its own?

“With adequate care and treatment most cases of snuffles can be resolved and have a good prognosis,” Heatley adds. “However, some cases of snuffles can have multiple bacteria or may involve a tooth problem or bone infection in the rabbit's nose.
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Do rabbits cry?

Rabbits cry when they are in pain, scared, or about to die. Also, baby rabbits (kits) cry when they are starving. Even though rabbits make crying noises, they don't produce any tears. If your rabbit's eyes are wet or weeping, she may have a dental disease, allergies, or an infection.
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Do rabbits have periods?

Rabbits do not menstruate. If unspayed females start passing blood, they can bleed to death within a few days. Blood in the urine can also be a sign of bladder stones. If a bunny is not feeling well, or if it is obese and has soft poop, then it will not groom itself well in its genital and tail region.
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Why do rabbits thump?

Thumping the back foot is a natural reaction among rabbits to danger that they have smelt, heard or seen. Rabbits stand on all four feet, sometimes in a tip-toe position, with their ears alert, then lift their rear feet and thump to warn other rabbits in the warren that there is danger.
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Do bunnies snore?

Some rabbits do simply seem to snore when they are asleep, much like people. This is often the case in rabbits who may be slightly overweight or as the rabbit ages, and is caused by a slightly floppy soft palate.
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Why is my rabbit biting me?

Generally, rabbits bite because they have a need to assert dominance, defend their food, or protect themselves from a predator. A dominant rabbit may bite an owner for no apparent reason. Indoor rabbits may suddenly nip at their owner's hands and/or feet when they move too close to the rabbit's territory.
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What is the best bedding for rabbits?

The best bedding for rabbits can help to keep your pet healthy for longer. A rabbit's bedding must keep them safe, comfortable, and warm. Rabbits often eat their bedding, so it cannot be toxic. Shredded paper, Aspen shreds, specialist litter or pellets, and hay are all safe options.
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Do bunnies prefer light or dark?

Rabbits need a contrast of light and darkness. A rabbit that lives in constant light can experience stress. In addition, their eyes can be damaged, and they'll gain weight. Provide a dark area for your bunny to sleep and relax within.
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How do you know if your rabbit is sad?

The signs of an unhappy rabbit
  1. Chewing cage bars, if they're kept in a hutch.
  2. Pulling at their fur and over-grooming - or not grooming at all.
  3. A change in feeding or toilet habits.
  4. Drinking a lot more.
  5. Repeated circling or pacing up and down.
  6. Biting and destructive behaviours.
  7. A lack of energy and curiosity.
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Should I cover my rabbits cage at night?

In the daytime, keep the front of the hutch uncovered for ventilation purposes. It is fine to cover more of the hutch during the night but you should still leave a small area open for ventilation. Add extra bedding for your bunny to snuggle into. This can be lined underneath with newspaper for increased insulation.
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How do you dry a wet rabbit?

You can towel dry the rabbit, gently rubbing the fur to remove as much of the excess water as possible. Be very careful as rabbit skin tears very easily. Use a hair dryer on a warm, but not hot and on a gentle setting to carefully dry the rabbit.
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What happens if you wet a bunny?

If your bunny gets wet, it puts her at risk for possible disease, freezing and perhaps even death, so don't take the matter lightly.
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