Tatum died today.....I noticed today while feeding that she hadn't eaten the food from yesterday and so I checked the water...it was working. Then I took a look at her and noticed her just sitting there with her back to me. When I touched her she basically fell over. She also had a wet poopy butt. So I took her out and tried to force water her and I even injected water SubQ. I sure wish I had some sterile lactated ringers solution. I just tried my best and she seemed to perk up slightly but then she died 15 minutes later. This is only the second rabbit to die in my rabbitry since 2005 other than newborn babies. So sad to see any animal die but she was a very nice doe and I was excited about this one.
I am sure that every breeder goes through this from time to time. Just made me aware how unprepared I am for situations like this. I will be contacting my vet to stock up on my home medicine cabinet. You should do the same!
BERLENA'S TATUM
Broken Black Jr. Doe
GC Berlena's Tattoo x GC The Proud Doe's One Up
1 G.C. Leg
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