I just rescued 2 Holland Lop rabbits from someone who did NOT take care of them well. They lived in a crate that has probably never been cleaned. Boy is neutered. Girl has cataracts I think. I’ve been putting some eye wash in her eyes, and his too because they’re a bit gross. He has a scab in the corner of one eye. The girls eyes, Evie, are super bloodshot, and cloudy. She barely keeps them open and is running into stuff. She seems super tough and holds her own pretty well. She seems malnourished too. I cal feel every bone in her body and she probably weighs 2-3 pounds. Any advice for helping her gain weight and muscle? They’re living outside in a big hutch and in a fenced in area so they have access to grass and sunshine and exercise. Feeding them unlimited amounts of Timothy/Alfalfa hay and Timothy hay pellets. The boy, Boots, is round and a good size. He seems healthier than her but still not in great shape. Any advice for the situation would be great! Should I take her to the vet or would that be too traumatic. She is 3 and he is 4. I have 3 other rabbits and all are healthy, so I e never had to go but I’ve called and they have a vet experienced with rabbits. I’m afraid it’ll be traumatic for her. She was hardly ever held or handled so she’s real skittish. He is too.
Thank you!
Thank you!