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Question
i am not sure what is wrong with my rabbit. she is breathing heavy most of the time ans her bottom area does not look right. from i have had rabbits in the past.how can i tell if she maybe is haveing babies?

Answer
Dear Stephanie,

If your rabbit was with a male, then it's possible she's about to give birth, if it's been 28-31 days since the mating.  Please see:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/surpriselitter.html

and

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/breeding.html

If she has NOT been with a male, or if her condition does not improve within a few hours, please get her to a good rabbit vet ASAP for examination and treatment, as necessary.  You can find one here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

Hope this helps.

Dana