A lot of small mammal species, such as rabbits, are prey species – they have evolved to evade capture by animals that may try to hurt them in the wild. As a result, they do not show many outwardly obvious signs of sickness as this would make them a target for a predator.
Situations that need immediate intervention include:
- Loss of appetite
- Change in faecal frequency, size or consistency
- Abnormal breathing – hard or fast
- Bleeding – uncontrolled or prolonged.
Other general signs may include:
- Weight loss
- Drinking abnormal amounts (especially if amount is increased)
- Abnormal urination/trouble passing urine
- Sneezing
- Pain or lameness
- Abnormal swellings/lumps
If your pet is not listed, do not hesitate to contact us for more information.