QuestionMy cats were chasing a baby bunny, with it eyes not even open yet. I have had it for two days, feeding t goat milk. Now what? Should i give it a bath for possibal flees? I did some research and found out that he truly has no mother (ect.), and alone. I really dont know what to do know. I really want to keep the poor thing, because if I put it in the wild it might die. So, i dont know how to take care of him or demosticate him. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
AnswerDear Cheyenne,
Thank you for saving the baby. Here are instructions for care:
www.bio.miami.edu/hare/wildbabies.pdf
and for formula and feeding, more information here:
www.bio.miami.edu/hare/orphan.html
No bathing is necessary unless you actually see fleas. But even then, Revolution (selamectin) from the vet is a much safer option. We've used it safely on very tiny babies with excellent results. Find a good vet here:
www.rabbit.org/vets
Hope this helps.
Dana