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Found baby bunnies

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Question
Not doing well, they are alert but are not eating or drinking for approximately 16 hours.  What should we do?  My cell is 786-457-3545.

Answer
Hi, Rossana

I'm guessing I have the babies now, right?  :)

The two of them are doing well, though with cotties it's always touch and go.  They are eating under protest, staying warm, and seem to be *very* strong.

Did Dr. Bo tell you to stimulate their urination?  Because BOY, did they have to pee!  They're doing that well now, too.

Say some prayers for them.  I've heard from a lot of cottontail rehabbers and they all say the same thing:  When they're this small, they seem to be doing really well, and then BAM.  They're gone.  :(  I hope that doesn't happen, and hope to be able to release them in your garden (away from the cat and dog!) as soon as they're able.

Dana