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🐰Rabbit HealthMay 15, 2026

🩺Chronic & Systemic

Rabbit Uterine Cancer: Signs, Risk, and Why Spaying Saves Lives

Up to 80% of unspayed female rabbits over age 4 develop uterine cancer. Learn the early signs and why spaying is the most important preventive measure.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 14, 2026

👁️Eyes & Ears

Rabbit Ear Infection: Signs, Causes, and What to Do

Rabbit ear infections can lead to head tilt and permanent damage if missed. Learn the signs, what causes them, and why an exotic vet should be your first call.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 14, 2026

Rabbit Hairballs: Symptoms, Prevention, and Why They Matter

Rabbit hairballs (trichobezoars) can be life-threatening because rabbits can't vomit. Learn the symptoms, prevention, and when to call your exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 14, 2026

🌿Skin & Coat

Why Is My Rabbit Scratching So Much? Causes and What to Do

Rabbit scratching and itching often signals parasites, skin infection, or dental issues. Learn the most common causes and when to see an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 13, 2026

Rabbit Flystrike: Symptoms, Emergency Care, and Prevention

Rabbit flystrike is a true emergency — maggots can kill within 24 hours. Learn the early signs, what to do right now, and how to prevent it.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 13, 2026

🚨Emergency

Rabbit Heat Stroke Signs: How to Spot It and Cool Your Bunny Safely

Rabbits can suffer heat stroke above 77°F. Learn early warning signs and exactly how to cool your rabbit safely without making things worse.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 12, 2026

Rabbit Red Urine: Is It Blood or Just Plant Pigment?

Red rabbit urine is usually harmless plant pigment — but sometimes it's blood. Learn how to tell the difference and when to see an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 12, 2026

🍽️Eating & Drinking

Rabbit Not Eating Cecotropes: Why It Happens and What to Do

Rabbits need to eat their cecotropes for proper nutrition. Learn why your rabbit may not be eating them and what it means for their health.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 12, 2026

Rabbit Sore Hocks: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Pododermatitis

Sore hocks in rabbits (pododermatitis) cause painful foot wounds. Learn causes, warning signs, and how to treat and prevent this painful condition.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 11, 2026

Lethargic Rabbit: Why Your Bunny Is Tired and When to Worry

A lethargic rabbit can go downhill in hours. Learn the dangerous causes — GI stasis, infection, heatstroke — and when to call an exotic vet now.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 11, 2026

Rabbit Not Pooping or Fewer Droppings: What It Means and When It's Serious

Fewer or no rabbit droppings is often an early sign of GI stasis — a life-threatening emergency. Learn what's normal and when to call an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 11, 2026

Rabbit Runny Nose: Causes, Snuffles, and When to See an Exotic Vet

A rabbit with a runny nose may have snuffles — a bacterial infection requiring exotic vet care. Learn the signs, causes, and what to do right away.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 10, 2026

👁️Eyes & Ears

Rabbit Ear Mites: Symptoms, Treatment, and What That Crusty Buildup Means

Brown crust inside your rabbit's ears could mean ear mites — a common and very treatable condition. Here's what to look for and what to do.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 10, 2026

👁️Eyes & Ears

Rabbit Eye Discharge: Causes, Treatment, and the Dental Disease Connection

Rabbit eye discharge is often linked to dental problems, not just infections. Learn the surprising causes and when to see an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 10, 2026

🍽️Eating & Drinking

Rabbit Losing Weight: Common Causes and When to See an Exotic Vet

A rabbit losing weight is a serious warning sign. Learn the common causes, how to monitor at home, and when to seek exotic vet care.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 10, 2026

Rabbit Teeth Problems: Signs of Dental Disease and Why Hay Matters

Dental disease is the #1 health problem in pet rabbits. Learn the signs, why it happens, and how hay prevents it.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 10, 2026

Rabbit Losing Fur: Causes of Bald Spots and What to Do

Bald spots in rabbits can be caused by mites, stress, fungal infections, or barbering. Here's what to look for and when to see an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 9, 2026

🍽️Eating & Drinking

Rabbit Not Eating or Drinking: Emergency Guide for Owners

A rabbit not eating or drinking for more than 8 hours needs emergency exotic vet care. Learn the causes, warning signs, and what to do right now.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 9, 2026

🦴Mobility

Rabbit Limping: Common Causes & What You Should Do

Rabbit limping can be caused by injury, sore hocks, arthritis, or fracture. Learn what to look for and when your rabbit needs an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 9, 2026

Rabbit Not Moving: Causes, Warning Signs & Emergency Care

A rabbit not moving or sitting hunched could have GI stasis, pain, or be in shock. Know when to treat it as an emergency and what to do right now.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 9, 2026

🤮Digestive

Rabbit Diarrhea: Causes, Cecotropes vs. True Diarrhea & What To Do

True rabbit diarrhea is a medical emergency. Learn the difference between cecotropes and diarrhea, and what each means for your rabbit's health.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 9, 2026

Rabbit Teeth Grinding: Pain vs. Happiness & When to Worry

Rabbit teeth grinding can mean contentment or serious pain. Learn the difference between tooth purring and loud grinding, and when to see an exotic vet.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 8, 2026

💨Respiratory

Rabbit Sneezing: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See an Exotic Vet

Occasional sneezing is normal in rabbits, but frequent sneezing with discharge can signal snuffles or a serious infection.

🐰Rabbit HealthMay 8, 2026

💨Respiratory

Rabbit Breathing Fast: When It's Normal and When It's an Emergency

Fast breathing in rabbits can be a sign of heatstroke, respiratory infection, or heart disease. Learn when to go to the vet.