I'm scared of dogs and other animals, and I know they're going to be at the animal hospital or a vet. I'm going to be jumpy the whole time. I don't know what to do. Also, i don't really like picking up my bunny. I've never picked them up before my brother does and he can't take him to the vet so I have to...will the vet ask me to pick up my bunny or anything? or will he handle it? will he think it's weird if i tell him that? also how am i supposed to take my bunny there? i mean the cage is huge so i don't want to take that so should i put him in like a small crate? will the vet mind? and about how much does it cost to visit a vet? thanx a lot.
2006-09-16 20:59:03 · 8 answers · asked by ~*desiprincess418*~ 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Rabbits travel in cat-carriers really well.
Most vets will lend you a cat-carrier if you don't already have one. Many will even GIVE you one of the cardboard ones (but a bunny will chew through one of those pretty quick, so watch them closely).
Most vets will work with you, to allow you to come in through a side door or at a time whn no-one else has any other animals there.
To pick up the bunny, just let her come up to you like she is going to get a carrot, then QUICKLY scoop her up using a hand on each side, cuddle her to your body, and put her in the carrier. DON'T hold her out in the air with her legs free and kicking, she can hurt her back really badly if you do that.
The vet won't make you handle the bunny if you are not comfortable doing so -- he or his asistants will take the bunny out of the carrier and put her back in.
Don't hesitate about taking the bunny to the vet -- they are very delicate creatures, when they get sick they die almost right away without treatment. We just lost a bunny about a year ago, she was fine one morning, wasn't hungry that night, and died the next morning before we could get her to the vet. It can happen that fast.
How much the vet charges will depend on the vet and the location. There is no "straight answer" about that.
2006-09-16 21:13:52 · answer #1 · answered by Mustela Frenata 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to be the first or last appointment to minimize the other animals waiting with you. I suggest you get a small carrier for your bunny like people use for cats. Explain to the vet that you're not comfortable picking the bunny up and it should be OK. The vet may offer you some suggestions to make you more comfortable but a good vet will not try to force anything. I can't tell you what a vet visit costs because my vet is a friend and he rarely accepts any payment at all. It will depend on why he needs to see the vet. You didn't say if your bunny was sick or anything.
2006-09-16 21:13:39 · answer #2 · answered by Kuji 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need a carrier (crate) to take your bunny to the vet in. A carrier will prevent the rabbit from escaping and keep other animals out. It's enclosed and minimizes sound transfer. From the rabbits' perspective it's a cozy, safe 'burrow' or den. A carrier will protect your rabbit from other animals and keep your rabbit calm during the car ride and while waiting in the office. You really need one and the vet will appreciate you using one. So I suggesting purchasing one ASAP. You can get a small one (big enough for a rabbit) at Walmart for about $10-$15. Well worth the cost.
As for picking up the rabbit---yes. You probably will have to pick up the rabbit for the vet. He'll also probably think it's weird if you refuse because the rabbit is YOUR pet and it should be used to you picking it up. If you tell the vet the rabbit may be afraid and so you're nervous about taking him out of the crate incorrectly, then the vet will do so for you. But you really should get used to picking up your rabbit.
Vet visit costs vary widely and depend on what you're there for. A check up could run $25-$30. If they do any tests, the cost will increase considerably since rabbits are considered 'exotics'. It shouldn't be more than $50--but again, it depends on a lot of variables.
2006-09-16 21:08:52 · answer #3 · answered by strayd0g 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Call ahead and tell the staff that you are afraid of the other animals. We had one lady who would call and make an appointment, then call in the parking lot, and we would have a room ready for her. She would go from her car directly to a room without staying in the waiting room. Same when she left, we would handle her bill and payment with her in the room. I'm sure that your vet would do the same. If not, consider getting another vet who will, it really wasn't a big deal to help her.
And sweetie, get a cardboard box for the bunny to ride in. They make special ones for cats that have a handle and air holes. They are not expensive, really convenient, and you get them at pet stores. If you have one the right size at home, just punch holes with a kitchen knife.
Good Luck.
Try not to worry, it's really OK to ask for lots of help, that is part of their job.
2006-09-16 21:15:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should make an appt with a vet and tell them that you have a fear or dogs and that you would prefer to wait outside when you arrived. At my vet he has a second entrance in the back for large animals. You need to buy a pet carrier and try to herd your rabbit in there to take him. You can't just take a rabbit to any vet you need one that specializes in exotic animals. You can find a listing on this website. http://www.rabbit.org
2006-09-18 01:30:08 · answer #5 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, all the animals are there for the same reason. To get better or to stay healthy. You don't take an unruly animal into the vet. It's common sense.
The vet may ask you to take the rabbit out. You may have to handle him, and so may the vet. You need a small carrying unit for your rabbit. You can purchase a cheap plastic animal tank at any animal store. Mine cost me five dollars. It's cheap. Plastic all around. I don't care if it breaks, I'll buy a new one.
Vets can be expensive. For my cat to get well, it cost me 300 dollars. He was on IV fluid, eye drops, ear drops, he was on special prescription food and dewormer.
it depends on what's wrong with your rabbit.
Suck it up. This rabbit's health is in your hands. Would you want a doctor who is afraid of other people to put off preforming your surgery just because he was nervous about others?
Think about your animal, NOT yourself.
2006-09-16 21:10:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Ask a friend or family member to go with you. If you don't have anyone, call the vet and tell them your problem. The may be able to put you in an area wher eyou won't be around the other animals.
2006-09-16 21:02:40 · answer #7 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
put him a smaller carrier , get him to the vet . Then the vet will do the rest
2006-09-16 22:13:41 · answer #8 · answered by firefly_wingz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋