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Gas?

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Question
Hello, we have 2 mini rexes and I think our male has a lot of gas. I was sitting by the cage and I could hear it moving around like all bubbles and everything, and he is just sitting in one corner not really moving. He looks like he's in pain and so he probably has gas. What do we do?

Answer
I would be more concerned that your rabbit has GI stasis or that the gas, which rabbits can get, will turn into gi stasis or be caused by GI Stasis.  GI stasis can kill a rabbit because it blocks their digestive track.  This is a serious issue and needs to be seen by a vet. To help with the gas you can give your rabbit children's asprin and baby gas-x.

Please check these websites out about GI Stasis and Gas
http://www.welshrabbitry.com/health.html#gas

Good Luck
Amy