My duck has prolapsed his penis!!

[rabbitzki]

It is common for rabbits to get this parasite, whether from other rabbits' urine or from their mothers in the womb. Some can survive but if they do they will usually retain the "head tilt". They tilt their heads because they believe they are falling over. The parasites can be killed with medication but will remain in the brain or wherever so can still cause inflammation. My poor baby started going over onto his back, he was so disorientated. He had a great life up until then so I don't feel guilty making the decision I did. When we were in the vet surgery he started licking me. I believe he was telling me it was OK. I know, I'm mad!!! xx

 

[Miss Lydia]

It is common for rabbits to get this parasite, whether from other rabbits' urine or from their mothers in the womb. Some can survive but if they do they will usually retain the "head tilt". They tilt their heads because they believe they are falling over. The parasites can be killed with medication but will remain in the brain or wherever so can still cause inflammation. My poor baby started going over onto his back, he was so disorientated. He had a great life up until then so I don't feel guilty making the decision I did. When we were in the vet surgery he started licking me. I believe he was telling me it was OK. I know, I'm mad!!! xx

Sorry, it does sound like he was much loved and had a wonderful life with you. is there anyway to prevent this? Sounds awful.

 

[rabbitzki]

Preventing E Cuniculi is difficult as it can lie dormant in the rabbit, passed from its mother. It can be passed from infected rabbits, both pets and wild, through their urine. I'd never heard of it but it seems quite common. One of the first things the vet asked was whether P Diddy was holding his head to one side, a common symptom. I went to look at the rabbits at Pets at Home but managed to resist the urge. It's too soon. I need to make sure I disinfect everywhere first. x

 

[Miss Lydia]

Preventing E Cuniculi is difficult as it can lie dormant in the rabbit, passed from its mother. It can be passed from infected rabbits, both pets and wild, through their urine. I'd never heard of it but it seems quite common. One of the first things the vet asked was whether P Diddy was holding his head to one side, a common symptom. I went to look at the rabbits at Pets at Home but managed to resist the urge. It's too soon. I need to make sure I disinfect everywhere first. x

Is this a rescue place?