What happens if a rabbit gets too hot?

What happens if a rabbit gets too hot?

If we get too hot we can cool off by sweating – and hot dogs can cool off by panting. Rabbits, in contrast, can neither sweat nor pant. When combined with their thick fur coat, this puts them at risk of overheating. Also known as 'hyperthermia', overheating in rabbits is much easier to prevent than to treat.

How do I stop my rabbit from overheating?

Place a few ice cubes in their water crock so the water is tempting and they can also lie against the cool crock. Mist the rabbit's ears. Rabbits dissipate heat through their ears and misting them will help keep the rabbit cool. Brush out excessive fur.

Can you spray rabbits with water?

It's fine. Don't do it often but a quick spray is fine. It's better with bonded bunnies because they we groom the water off of each other. Dig boxes are also a good way of keeping your rabbit occupied.

Do bunnies overheat easily?

Rabbits, in contrast, can neither sweat nor pant. When combined with their thick fur coat, this puts them at risk of overheating. Also known as 'hyperthermia', overheating in rabbits is much easier to prevent than to treat. But if hyperthermia does occur, it requires urgent veterinary attention.

Is it normal for a bunny to breathe fast?

The normal respiration rate in an adult rabbit is 30 – 60/minute, but some breathe faster than this if they are hot or stressed. The time to get worried is if breathing is laboured (long hard breaths rather than rapid panting in rabbits) or grunting.

What do I do if my rabbit is hot?

The ideal temperature for a rabbit is between 55 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. They can tolerate temperatures as high as 85 degrees Fahrenheit, if absolutely necessary, but anything higher will increase the risk of heat stroke.