What was the cause of my rabbits illnesses?
Because lionheads have so much fur, they can ingest much fur during grooming and moults, causing intestinal blockages. It is important to feed your rabbit unlimited amounts of timothy hay daily for fiber to keep the digestive tract moving and brush your lionhead daily during a heavy moult. It is also very important for your rabbit to get lots of exercise to keep the digestive tract moving. It’s always better to keep your rabbit indoors. Not only does this provide protection from the weather, it gives you the opportunity to view and interact with your rabbit daily and catch signs of illness in the early stages. As far as the illness, it sounds like GI stasis. To prevent GI stasis in the future, be sure to feed your rabbit the correct diet and do not give foods that are bad for the rabbit. Some foods can cause gas and digestive upset.
