Can you use dog flea treatment on rabbits?
There are no rabbit-specific drugs for managing fleas. All products used are for dogs and cats, and their use in rabbits is described as ‘off label. ‘ Topical cat medications, such as Advantage® or Revolution® appear to be safe but should ONLY be used under the guidance of a veterinarian familiar with rabbits.
Can rabbits get fleas from dogs?
If you like to give your rabbit outdoor time, you will need to be extra careful about fleas. But most commonly, rabbits will catch fleas from one of the other family pets, particularly dogs or cats. The bottom line is that your rabbit can still get fleas even if he never goes outside or sees another animal.
Do rabbits need flea treatment?
For Indoor Rabbits Treat all rabbits, cats and dogs in the home with flea treatment. Check other furry family members carefully to check they are not also infested, and treat if required. Treat ALL through your home. Treat cats and dogs with flea treatment regularly going forward.
What to do if bunny has fleas?
Thoroughly comb your bunny’s fur, and dip the comb in warm soapy water or alcohol to drown the fleas. Be sure to rinse the comb before applying it to your bunny again. In more severe cases, you can implement a rabbit-safe topical solution, which includes Advantage®, Revolution® (Stronghold® in Europe), or Program®.
What vaccinations do rabbits need?
Rabbits need vaccinations to protect against myxomatosis, Rabbit (Viral) Haemorrhagic Disease (R(V)HD) and a new strain of R(V)HD – R(V)HD2 – all of which are often fatal and cause intense suffering to rabbits.
What is a good companion for a rabbit?
Guinea pigs and rabbits can make good companions, but rabbits are bigger and can inadvertently injure a guinea pig.
Can you keep just one rabbit?
Rabbits need: Keeping with at least one other friendly rabbit, unless advised otherwise by a vet/qualified animal behaviourist. Some animals become more dominant than others. – Rabbits can develop abnormal behaviours and may suffer if left alone and with nothing to do for long periods.
Are single rabbits happy?
Rabbits can be happy living as singles if they have enough companionship from humans, but a rabbit that has been used to living in a pair is unlikely to ever be completely happy on its own again. A bereaved rabbit will sometimes accept a new partner very quickly.
Is it better to have 2 rabbits?
Rabbits are naturally sociable, so they need companionship of their own kind. They will be much happier living in pairs or compatible groups, and will become very lonely if kept on their own. It is easiest if rabbits are kept together from birth, but rabbits less than 12 weeks old will usually live together happily.
Can a brother and sister rabbits live together?
Pet rabbits need at least one bunny bestie to live with but they’ll be even happier in larger groups. It’s easiest to adopt rabbits that are already bonded – brothers and sisters from the same litter will be really happy to live together, so long as they’ve been neutered (or you get them done when they’re old enough).
How do you introduce a second rabbit?
How to introduce rabbits to each other. Introducing unfamiliar rabbits needs to be done carefully. Initially, you can provide side by side accommodation that will allow the rabbits to see and smell each other, but also hide should they want to. You can then prepare a neutral area in a new environment for both rabbits.