Bunny's Health: Fear Attacks

Whenever bunny hears a loud noise or something that she is not used to, bunny may get so scared that she could die! It happens. So it is best to know how to prevent it and first-aid in case it does happen.

Prevention:
.When bunny first comes home after adoption, give her quiet corner for two weeks. Then carefully introduce her to noisy parts of your house.
.Don't play loud music when bunny is around.
.Watch bunny when she plays outside in case planes come and are loud. (Or birds. Bunny should always be in a pen when outside).
.Be careful of loud crashes, bangs, or just any commotion.
Note: Stress can make bunny very sick. If bunny is new or shy then put her in another room. Don't let to many people see or hold bunny.

Signs of Fear Attack:
.Bunny flattens herself against the floor.
.Bunny's pupils are wide.
.She has very rapid breathing. (Possibly shallow.)
.She screams.
.She may pass out.

What to do:
Go up to bunny calmly with a small towel. Kneel down beside her and slowly cover her with the towel.
Get her inside to a dark room. Put her in a tub tipped sideways and put her on it. Then put blanket over it. Offer her a treat. Put her in her cage with a blanket over it. You might want to consider having a little "play hideout" in her cage.
If bunny has passed out then do the same until she wakes. If she doesn't wake in 30min. call the vet.

My Snowberry.