Regular testing and all her daily medications are the exact opposite of 'cheap' - but she is absolutely worth every penny.
Many domestic rabbits are carriers, but relatively few manifest the neurological or physical symptoms that can have such serious effects on your rabbit’s quality of life. Cuniculi, which is a parasite that can cause serious health problems in rabbits. One of my current bunny babies is living with E. That required rabbit anesthesia - always a tricky business - and a vet with rabbit dental experience every single time. He had sharp points on his molars that needed to be ground down regularly so they didn’t injure his mouth or prevent him from eating. Several years ago, I had one rabbit with known tooth problems when my significant other and I adopted him. Guess what: Rabbits can require ongoing care as well. I’ve worked in animal boarding facilities and administered injectable fluids and medications to cats, and I have friends with diabetic cats and dogs who require daily insulin injections. Just as dogs and cats can develop chronic conditions that require lifelong care - so can rabbits. To be fair, properly caring for any pet can get expensive - my use of 'properly' assumes that your pet has regular vet visits and any necessary care in addition to all the usual facets of your particular pet’s life. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders.
