The rabbit jumps around in surprise mainly because it feels uncomfortable. This discomfort is reflected in two aspects, one is physiological and the other is pathological. The main physiological reasons are that the rabbit is thirsty, hungry, and needs care from its owner. The pathological cause is caused by rabbit illness, such as foreign objects entering the soles of the feet, pain caused by various diseases, etc.

What happens when a rabbit is frightened

Rabbits are very timid and very alert by nature. Rabbits are very sensitive to sudden noises. If frightened, it will hide or run away quickly, and the possibility of loss of appetite and death is very high. The rabbit must be placed in a quiet place, do not disturb its life easily, and give it a comfortable environment.

Symptoms of rabbit illness

The symptoms of a rabbit being sick are related to its specific illness. Generally speaking, a sick rabbit will show symptoms such as loss of appetite, listlessness, and reluctance to move around. If it is a gastrointestinal disease, the rabbit will also show symptoms such as constipation or diarrhea; if it is a respiratory disease, the rabbit will show symptoms such as shortness of breath and mouth breathing.

What medicine should a rabbit take if it is sick?

First of all, the owner needs to understand what disease the rabbit is suffering from, and then treat it. If the owner cannot determine what disease the rabbit is suffering from, it is recommended that the owner take the rabbit to a veterinary hospital for examination. If the rabbit catches a cold due to cold, it is recommended that the owner first place the rabbit in a warm and sheltered location, and then go to the veterinary store to buy veterinary cold medicine for the rabbit.If the rabbit has indigestion or enteritis caused by improper diet, it is recommended that the owner purchase an appropriate amount of veterinary anti-inflammatory and antidiarrheal drugs to feed the rabbit.