What is the white stuff coming out of my rabbit?

Pasteurella (Snuffles)
In its respiratory form, it is often known as 'snuffles', as the rabbits have a milky nasal discharge which hinders nose breathing. They often have a similar condition in the eyes causing conjunctivitis and may have pneumonia as well.
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What is a clear gel discharge from a rabbit?

Mucoid enteropathy is a distinct diarrheal disease of young rabbits that also can be fatal. The diarrhea contains a large amount of mucus with a gelatinous consistency.
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Do female rabbits have discharge?

Introduction. Vaginal discharge is an uncommon presenting sign in the rabbit. Discharge may originate from the vagina, cervix or uterus. Cause: vaginal discharge is not a feature of sexual receptivity in the doe and thus any vaginal discharge should always be considered abnormal.
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How do I know if my rabbit is infected?

Subtle signs of illness in a rabbit vary and can include:
  1. Slow movement, staying still or hiding away.
  2. Breathing faster than usual or noisy breathing.
  3. Eating less and/or refusing certain foods.
  4. A change in thirst levels.
  5. Producing less stool or producing stool that looks different to normal.
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How do I know if 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.
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5 Signs Your Rabbit is Dying



Can rabbits pass disease to humans?

Rabbits that are housed outdoors, captured from wild populations or that are purchased from a pet store may carry zoonotic diseases. Zoonotic diseases associated with rabbits include pasteurellosis, ringworm, mycobacteriosis, cryptosporidiosis and external parasites.
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Do bunnies get 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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How do I know if my rabbits pregnant?

Like most mammals, a female rabbit's belly will get larger as her babies grow inside throughout the pregnancy, so this is the most obvious sign of a pregnant rabbit. Aside from the weight gain, pregnant rabbits will begin to eat more, and most will also seem extra cranky or moody.
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What color should bunny Pee be?

Normal rabbit urine will vary from a pale yellow or clear colour, through various orange and brown colours, right up to a deep red colour. Rabbit urine may also look cloudy due to the presence of calcium carbonate being excreted within the urine.
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Why do rabbits poop mucus?

Though uncommon, it is possible you will find mucus in your rabbit's poop. This most commonly occurs when a rabbit is going into or out-of GI stasis, since the gut bacteria is out of balance. It could also be an indication of parasites in your rabbits intestinal tract.
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Why is my rabbits poop gooey?

Cecal dysbiosis is poop that isn't completely formed and is doughy or pasty and is usually quite smelly. It can be caused by stress, illness or a diet too rich in starch, fat or sugar. This shouldn't be confused with normal cecotropes that have been smooshed by your rabbit's feet or bottom.
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Do pet rabbits stink?

Unlike dogs, rabbits don't have a body odor. You shouldn't notice any odor emanating from them. If you do, the rabbit is probably sick or has an infection. An ear infection, for example, can give off a musty smell.
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How do you wash a bunny?

Start at the rabbit's rump and work your way forward, wetting the fur to the skin. Do not wet their head unless told to do so by your vet, and ensure you do not get water or shampoo in their eyes or ears. If you are using shampoo, lather it in and rinse off thoroughly.
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Why is my bunny pee pink?

Pink urine suggests that your rabbit may have traces of blood in its pee. The blood being diluted by urine causes this pink shade. There is a chance this is caused by something your rabbit ate, such as strawberries or cranberries. Excess dietary calcium could be to blame.
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How do you toilet train a bunny?

How to housetrain your rabbit:
  1. Fill the bottom of the litter box with a layer of pellets – about an inch deep. ...
  2. Place the litter box in a corner of your rabbit's cage. ...
  3. Keep your rabbit in her cage until she's using her litter box reliably. ...
  4. When she's ready, let your rabbit have time out of her cage.
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Can a rabbit get a cat pregnant?

You can get crossbreeds from pet cats and some species of wildcat because they are closely related. But you can't get crossbreeds from cats and rabbits because they are unrelated and are genetically very different from each other.
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When do rabbits give birth?

Breeding occurs from late March into August and September; during that span, a healthy female may produce several litters of young. Before giving birth, a mother cottontail makes a nest by digging a depression in the ground about 5 inches wide and 4 inches deep.
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How long is a rabbit in labor?

Rabbit labour

Kindling takes around 15 minutes and usually occurs in the early hours of the morning. The process of giving birth is instinctive and obstruction is virtually unheard of.
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Can I sleep with my bunny?

If your rabbit wants to sleep with you and can do so safely, it's fine. If you're prepared to risk losing sleep, sharing a bed with a rabbit will deepen your bond. Just remember that rabbits like routine. You can't share your bed some nights but not others.
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Why do rabbits hump me?

Female rabbits hump each other as a means of asserting social dominance. The Italian Journal of Zoology recorded such behavior between two female rabbits in a colony that already had a hierarchy in place. This is a common behavior post-reaching sexual maturity. It is a means of asserting dominance without fighting.
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Do rabbits eat their babies?

Rabbits can sometimes eat their own young. This is most likely to happen if your pet is feeling particularly anxious, lacks dietary protein, or has become excessively territorial. Feed your rabbit a diet of Alfalfa hay in the days before the birth of her kits.
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Is bunny poop toxic?

Is Rabbit Poop Harmful? While rabbits can carry parasites like tapeworm and roundworm, their waste is not known to transmit any diseases to humans.
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Why does my bunny freak out when I pick him up?

Unfortunately many baby rabbits miss out on this socialisation before they go to their new home, or they may have bad experiences later on that make them fear being picked up. When a rabbit kicks out and tries to stop you picking him up, it's because he is frightened.
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Why we should not keep rabbits at home?

Rabbits are prey animals — and even after they get to know you, being picked up can be a bit too much like getting carried off by a hawk for their comfort. “Although they are cute, rabbits are NOT good pets for children. They are prey animals who hate being picked up from the floor and cuddled.
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Do bunnies feel love?

Rabbits are capable of being loving, affectionate pets. Rabbits are also capable of being moody and unruly. Some of this comes down to the luck of the draw, and the rest relates to treatment. A rabbit will be wary of humans.
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