is it to be conserned about

[lucylocket]

hi there

ive just noticed lucy

has just started with a little sniffle well tiny blows of sneezing

could it be the fan air fan we have in the lounge but there again its not actually on her

just wanted to no should i be concerned

varna xxxx this is my 1st name

 

[Bunman]

Varna, here is some info on rabbit "snuffles":

http://www.tamu.edu/univrel/aggiedaily/news/stories/02/022802-2.html

Sneezing can be caused by various things, including pellet dust, or it can be a sign of serious illness . If she gets no better in a few days i'd take her to the vet. I would also protect her from any possible air currents even if she is not in direct blast of the fan. You can move the cage or partially cover it with a light bedspread, etc.

 

[JimD]

Hi varna!!

It could just be a bit of dust stirred up by the fan. I don't think it's something to worry too much about unless it continues or gets worse.

Keep an eye on her and keep checking to make sure that the discharge is clear. If it gets worse or gets cloudy or opaque you might want to take her to the vet.

Lucy looks so cute in your avatar. I love the one ear up.... one ear down.:bunny19

~Jim

 

[bunnydude]

Hello Varna,

I agree with Jim, it's probably just dust. Does she have any discharge from the eye or nose? Even though I highly doubt she is sick, here is a Resource Center post on respiratory problems: http://rabbitsonline.net/view_topic.php?id=12042&forum_id=10.

Matt