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I took Spazzy to the vet today. They are still reluctant to remove her leg. They want to try a more intensive approach with the new laser therapy. So Spaz is at the vets for two whole weeks because it is cheaper to pay boarding than to bus it and train it three hrs to Toronto and three hrs back three times a week for the next two weeks. I might however go in on weekend and bring her home for two days. After the 6 treatments we will know if it is making any difference or not and we will take it from there. Cross your paws please.

Spaz is my under 4lb black and white Dutch rabbit. about a year after she came to live with us she went lame in her back hind leg seemingly overnight. I got up that morning and she was holding it up. We rushed her for xrays because her little foot looked deformed. The xrays showed nothing and I was told it was possibly soft tissue damage and she might have to live with it the rest of her life. Six months later she seemed to be using her leg again but I know now she was not putting her full weight on the foot. The leg seemed to improve and then flare up on and off for the next while. At one point she seemed much worse so I took her to The Links Road animal hospital since I had become very dissatisfied with the care my rabbits were getting from our previous vet. They were wonderful at The Links but I found out she now had an abcess. Spaz underwent surgery to clean out the abcess which was very deep and difficult because according to the vet it almost flaked out. She recovered very quickly and when it seemed the abcess was returning I did a 3 month routine of shots of duplocillin given at home every two days. So far the abcess as not returned. The vet has since  informed me however that all four joints in her foot are destroyed. We have her on glucosamine and painkiller when needed but honestly lately she seems to be in more pain. She is still eating and drinking but spends her day coiled or stretched out in a corner and always staring at me as if to say do something. She does not hop around much anymore and she never lets that foot touch the ground. It is just there absolutely useless because she cant use it and I believe causing her needless discomfort and pain. I am seriously considering an amputation and we have an appointment this Tuesday morning to discuss it with our vet.
I would appreciate any opinions on this subject

I just wanted to let everyone know that my oldest bunny Matrix has severe arthritis in his spine. It even shocked the vet when he saw the xray. Matrix if startled would tip over on his side and could not get up without my help. We have tried this new laser therapy and the change is remarkable. He is hopping around and has no trouble righting himself.

Hi
My name is Jenn. I currently have 8 rabbits. Smudge, Matrix and Ebbie, Spaz and fluffnstuff, Princess and Thumper and Lexus. Matrix has sever spondylosis and is blind but he is an older rabbit and is responding well to laser therapy. Spaz has severe arthritis in her hind leg. Other than those two the bunny family is very healthy
I am looking forward to sharing information here

Please help to spread the word that these adorable bunnies need a new home.

Here is Buddy. I couldn't get it in the same post.

[Bugsy will be 6 (June 11, 2007)Benji just turned 7 (April 9, 2006]

I am devastated to be having to do this but I must find homes for my 5 rabbits, which there are 2 sets of bonded rabbits.

I have been notified by my Co-Op that I have more pets than the limit allowed and that I did not get permission to have rabbits prior to getting them. I have until May 30, 2013 to re home them or my occupancy will be terminated. I am disabled, live in an accessible unit and also have a son with autism spectrum disorder. Accessible they are very difficult to come by often having a 7+  year wait list. As much as I do not want to see them go, I also do not want to lose my home. 

Before asking me about local shelters, I have exhausted all that I can find with no success. That is why I am expanding my inquiries throughout Canada and parts of the US.


Here are their profiles:

Bugsy is bonded with Benji

Bugsy will be 6 (June 11, 2007)
Benji just turned 7 (April 9, 2006

Benji is very laid back. Loves pets. He has one eye which was removed due to EC and lack of care from original owners.

Bugsy was abused and neglected from original owners but is very loving now. Occasionally you can pick her up but she loves getting pets.
Benji will wander around but Bugsy will often run around doing her binkies.

Pepper is bonded with Buster

Pepper is 5 (January 4, 2008)
Buster will be 5 (November 20, 2008)

Pepper is very lovable and will lap up attention.
Buster has cataracts in both eyes but is doing well. He is not really one for a lot of attention but is very bonded to Pepper.

And then there is Buddy

Buddy will be 9 (October 16, 2004)

Buddy came to me from Los Angeles very ill. Wasn't sure he was going to pull through. With him being so sick, I had to give him needles 3 times daily and force fed him. He is now very healthy but has attitude! He will let you know when he wants something, especially treats! He loves tearing around the house doing his binkies and does love playing with the cats!

If anyone can help out, please contact me sequiaphil@gmail.com
Here are their photos:

After successfully recovering from having the tumor removed, Axel suddenly developed a very bad respiratory infection this past Monday evening.  Axel was rushed to the Campus Estates Animal Hospital first thing Tuesday morning.
Right away he was put in an Oxygen tank on 100% oxygen. He was also given Baytril, Doxy and a bronco dilator. Even with all this, he continued to decline.
Tuesday evening, we brought Wales to see Axel and say his final goodbyes. Wales cuddled up to Axel right away.  It was real brotherly love. I miss Axel terribly and will be bringing his ashes home next week.  I am spending as much time with Wales as I possible can.
I have included a picture of the last moments of Axel and Wales together... ♥

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This topic has been moved to We've made the journey.

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