Rabbit digestion is particularly tender and unstable. As a result - frequent disorders in the work of the stomach and intestines .The most common of these is bloating( tympania), which even the novice rabbit will probably face.
The proposed article will explain in detail the causes, prevention, symptoms and treatment of bloating in rabbits in detail.
Table of Contents
- Why rabbits can have a stomach swelling, causes and symptoms of
- FSW subjects, a difference from other diseases
- How to properly treat bloating in a rabbitPrevention of tympania and FSW in rabbits
Why does the rabbits have an abdominal swelling, causes and symptoms
fiercelyThis means that there is always food in the stomach and intestines of eared fish. Normally there will be a rabbit before the onset of gastrointestinal stasis, that is, food stagnation or complete blockage of the intestine.
Bloating of the abdomen in a rabbit Why then can rabbits have a stomach swelling? Blockage of the intestines and cause bloating , increased gas, an animal's appetite, which may cause offspring to die. A novice rabbitcher needs to be well versed in the causes of this phenomenon, which will avoid the mass of hassle and expense. These are usually:
- Dehydration of the body - every day an adult rabbit needs up to half a liter of water. And the animal must always have access to it;
- Stress , caused by a sharp change in diet, weather factors, movement of the animal, the presence of nearby predators( ferrets, weasels, stray dogs, etc.);
- The lack of food in fibers , which help the normal functioning of the intestine.
- Appearance in the intestine and reproduction of pathogenic bacteria ;
- The ingestion of wool or poor quality food that causes the fermentation process.
Abdominal disease( tympania) in rabbits can also develop with disorders of the intestinal microflora, which is not always a direct result of food delays. Causes of tympania in this case can be :
- Diseases of the teeth and oral cavity .Most often manifested in age individuals. As a result - poor grinding of food and a forced diet due to the inability to chew food normally;
- Use of antibiotics , destroying the intestinal microflora;
- Sedentary Lifestyle ;
Gray rabbit The process of digesting cabbage, wet grass, legumes is in itself difficult for the rabbit intestine. Therefore, manifestation of individual symptoms of ( flatulence, rumbling in the abdomen) timpani is not a sign of the presence of the disease, and even more so gastrointestinal stasis.
Symptoms of FSW, unlike other diseases of
. It is possible to recognize gastrointestinal stasis at the very initial stage. For an experienced rabbit breeder, this is not a problem. Pointed eye immediately draws attention to the bloated belly. There is nothing catastrophic about this. In rabbits, this is the most common ailment.
Gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits For a novice rabbit we will describe all the obvious and hidden signs for an inexperienced eye for the appearance of CSD :
- Refusal to eat, lethargy, depression .Since usually rabbits eat a lot and with pleasure, the loss of appetite is clearly visible;
- When detecting flatulence or rumbling, it is advisable to feel the pet's belly. The presence of seals near the walls of the abdominal cavity , rumbling, transfusion, gurgling - a clear sign of accumulation of food, fluids and gases in the intestine;
- Delay and Stool Disruption. The absence of litter up to 10-12 hours, a sharp change in color or reduction in the size of the characteristic balls.
Experienced rabbitks use the stethoscope to inspect pets. is an inexpensive but very useful device. With it, you can listen to the intestines of the animal and with high accuracy to establish signs of frustration.
At the same time, the presence of mucus, blood clots in the rabbit's litter, prolonged diarrhea - evidence of infection or other dangerous diseases , due to which the offspring may die. In this situation, you should contact your veterinarian.
How to properly treat bloating in a rabbit by
Rabies when detecting signs of an eating disorder use the following procedure:
- should be sown animals from other pets;
- Then, for an thorough inspection of the , the animal should be placed under its front paws, with its back on its knees head to itself. If the rabbit is nervous or resisting, then it must be calmed down. Once the rabbit gets used to the hands, you can begin to feel the abdomen and massage.
Massage the abdomen rabbit Only after the inspection, making sure that your pet bloating is required to begin treatment. There are two ways to treat it:
- Folk;
- Medical.
Treatment with folk remedies
The most simple and safe for the animal are massage and decoctions. The massage is done with the fingers of the , with smooth movements without strong pressure( the internal organs in rabbits are very tender).Massage can be done both circular( clockwise), and in the direction from the head to the tail. The task of massage is to help the rabbit to push through the mass stuck in the intestine.
Massage duration and repetition rate is chosen empirically. If 5-7 minutes of a leisurely massage does not bring relief to the animal, then it is necessary to use more effective means.
Broths can also help .However, these funds are rather prophylactic. With acute manifestations of FSW, decoctions are useless and it is not worth spending time on them, especially since the animal’s life can go on hours.
Rabbit Drinks from a Bowl Chamomile, dill, dandelion and wormwood are used to make decoctions. For the prevention of , these herbs are recommended to be added to food and in dry form.
Another way to slow down fermentation in the intestines is in every home. This is alcohol or its derivatives ( vodka or moonshine).For an adult rabbit you need only 1-2 tablespoons( not more) of a warm drink, the strength of which does not exceed 30 degrees.
The sick rabbit needs plenty of drinking and free space. Therefore, if there is an opportunity to let him out for a walk - do not miss it.
In this situation, one person holds the animal tightly by the paws, preventing it from escaping. The other one can gently unclench an animal’s mouth and give it medicine potions.
Medicines, analgesics, antibiotics
A beginner rabbitter should be very careful about advice on the use of drugs. Often they can be useless and sometimes even harmful. However, the range of drugs is desirable to have on hand .
- Activated carbon is a very useful medicine and completely safe. For a sick rabbit, crush 2-3 tablets of embers and stir them in a glass of warm water;
Activated carbon - Tympanol is a specialized veterinary medicine for bloating in ruminants. The dosage is determined based on the weight of the animal. Each kilogram of weight requires 0.5 mg of the drug and a tablespoon of warm water. The resulting mixture is valid for 20-30 minutes. The drug is natural, because its use does not bear any particular risks.
It is necessary to refrain from forcibly feeding , various heaters, enemas, and other means used to treat humans, since they can be effective only in the hands of an experienced rabbit breeder. As for the numerous antibiotics and analgesics, it is best to use them after consulting with a veterinarian.
What to do with this disease, diet and food
Patients and recovering animals require special food for 2-5 days ( usually digestive disorders last).Fresh greens, vegetables and fruits, especially cabbage, beet tops, legumes are completely excluded from the diet.
Rabbits eat grain The best feed for sick rabbits is hay or oats. You can feed the pumpkin or zucchini - this is a dietary dish for eared. Chamomile, dandelion, sage, dill, wormwood, parsley - herbs useful for bloating, so do not deprive them of your pet.
Prevention of tympania and FSW in rabbits
It is hardly possible to eliminate digestive disorders in rabbits, but useful recommendations will reduce the frequency of their appearance:
- Do not overfeed animals with with juicy herbs, fruits and vegetables;
- All products must be clean and suitable for food( rot, mold, fermented or spoiled food to give animals is strictly prohibited);
- Do not feed with sugary foods and sugar ;
- Animals should always have clean drinking water .
Also rabbits will not interfere with the regular walks in the aviary and attentive attitude. It will recognize the bloating in the very early stages.
Rabbits in the aviary In conclusion, it is worth noting that on the Internet you can read a lot of tips, learn dozens of names of “useful” for rabbits medicines from habitual analgin to expensive and questionable enzymes. Without experience and correct diagnosis, they should not be used .Novice rabbit growers in difficult cases is best to go to the vet.
