Rabbit pregnant maybe.

[James's wife.]

I didn’t know which topic this one should go under. About 2 to 3 weeks ago we had a really cold artaic blast that came through texas. So I brought the two outside bunnies inside for that week. I came home from college two finds patches and snickers out running around the bed room together. So I knew they probably mated. I was right. I noticed she was  heavier and looked at her nipples and she had blk spots all over them. That means she pregnant rigt?

[Beka27]

It’s possible. How long ago was it, can you remember? Was it 2 weeks, or was it 3 weeks?

[James's wife.]

It was the week of jan 4-8

[Beka27]

So they were together the entire 5 days? That’s not promising at all. :o(

[James's wife.]

No, They where only together one whole day by accident. I still don’t no how they both manage to escape there cages. But i happened the week of jan 4-8. I just dont remember what day.

[Beka27]

Unfortunately, it’s been awhile since that happened. If you had contacted your vet immediately upon discovering them, you may have been able to do an emergency spay of the female to prevent the pregnancy from progressing. But 2-3 weeks later… I think it’s too late.

[Sarita]

Oh no! That is not at all good. I don’t think at this point you are going to be able to get an emergency spay since it’s happened over 2 weeks ago…I would have taken care then instead of waiting because you may end up with a litter and that’s not especially good since you have 2 outside, 2 new baby rabbits and you are going to either decide to keep the new litter or find good homes (and that is not at the Walmart parking lot either). You are also going to have to spend more money on spays and neuters if you do keep them, can you afford this?

[James's wife.]

I wouldn’t have chosen a emergency spay anways. I don not believe in killing any babies or whatever the case may be. I don’t plan on sittin the walmart parking alot. As I know alot of people that would taken them if I was going to find new homes for them.

[RabbitPam]

It’s an unfortunate occurence. Are you asking for some advice?

If so, you may find it helpful to do a search of the posts for litters, where you’ll find several threads dealing with previous members’ surprises.

There’s a lot of good advice already described.

 

[KatnipCrzy]

I can’t even think of up to 8 people that commit to take a baby bunny and give it a home- let alone a good inside home with love, care and daily affection and appropriate medical care.

I wish people would not think of espays as “abortion”- the mother is being spayed to prevent a litter- any litter for her ever again.  I think about the other 8 (or however many) bunnies that as sitting in shelters at best waiting for a home- at worst- being allowed to live, tossed away by the owner and due to money constraints euth by the shelter. 

Our local low cost income based spay neuter program WILL NOT spay or neuter bunnies- they will only do dogs and cats- as those tend to the problem free roaming mating animals here in SW Michigan.  As far as I know we do not have have domestic rabbit colonies that are free breeding- the weather, and predators control such things.  Granted bunnies are found as strays- as was my bunny Schroeder- and surrendered to the Humane Society- he was tame and clearly a previous pet though.

[jerseygirl]

If she is pregnant, you can probably expect a litter in the 1st week of Feb. Maybe provide some extra straw or safe nesting materials in her cage. And a sheltered area (hidey hole) if there isn’t already one. You could probably start easing her onto an alfalfa based pellet or feed alfalfa hay too.
House Rabbit Society has this info on litters: http://www.rabbit.org/care/babies.html
Keep us posted.

[RabbitPam]

I don’t know if you were aware of BB’s rule regarding posting pix, so I thought I would mention it for you here.

Accidental Litter: We will do our best to help the pregnant doe and/or babies by providing advice to the best of our knowledge. However, posting future baby photos will be prohibited unless it is in regards to a health or behavior question. Posting photos of the babies just to share the cute faces will not be allowed. The reason for this is it draws people in to our site , via the search engines, to the subject of babies and breeding. (even though it was accidental). We are focused on the individual rabbit and do not wish to encourage this subject for several reasons. Again, please review FAQ

Here’s hoping your bunnies are healthy and find good homes.

[James's wife.]

I’m going to another form. This one is judgemental on everything and gets upset because I posted a few pics of my new bunnies and It wasn’ to share them it was to get information about what breed and age they where………I didn’t intentially breed my other rabbits together as some seem to think. ACCDIENT.

[RabbitPam]

I’m sorry you feel that way.

We are a forum that is available to give advice and share our experiences with house bunnies, but we have several positions that are clearly stated in the information provided, so many of our members feel and express their passion for their point of view. It is not our intention to judge, but to share information based on a variety of extensive personal experience so we may assist in creating the best possible conditions for house rabbits. If you read the statement above, it is clear that pix of bunnies to gain information is allowed. What the above statement deals with – and you did not do this so it applies to you only in saying “future baby photos” – are series of photos in the past that showed daily progression of babies from birth to weaning. We had several posts of that type in a short time, and it really misrepresented the philosophies stated as the premise of this site. You will always find that we advocate spay & neutering, indoor habitats, and caution to avoid breeding. We know it was not intentional for you, but the premise is not put forth for debate. In answering posts, it not only addresses the poster’s concerns, but is an opportunity to relay information that will benefit the other members reading the post. So a reply may be broader than expected in relation to the post.

Another site may be more in keeping with your point of view, but we are always here to offer recommendations to assist in the health and well being of indoor bunnies.

[jerseygirl]

Oh no…I think you misunderstood. Posting pics of Thumper and Lola is fine. It is pictures of the babies born from an accidental litter I think RabbitPam is referring to. It’s well known that discussion of intentional breeding is prohibited. Accidental litters happen – we know that!! And the forums are here to help deal with that.

The picture rule is new I think and may have come into effect after last year when the board had 2 accidental & 1 surprise litter in close succession. With all the baby pictures then, I guess it could have appeared “breeding friendly” to new comers. So I can see why the picture rules may have been revised.

Edit: Sorry Rabbitpam – I posted same time.

[RabbitPam]

Exactly, Jerseygirl.

[Beka27]

I don’t feel we are judgmental, but rather we are firm on our beliefs and upholding what this site was designed to be…. a safe place for members to discuss matters regarding their house rabbits. Our rabbits are animal companions, they are altered, they receive regular medical care, many of them are adopted from shelters or rescued from unfortunate circumstances.

We are firmly against intentional breeding. Even an accidental litter (IN MY OPINION) is intentional since at any point you could have taken the step to spay/neuter your rabbits, or made the initial decision to only have one rabbit if you were not going to alter. Having two intact rabbits of opposite sex and breeding age in your possession is intentional. Cages fail, caretakers fail. Two hormonal bunnies will find a way to mate. (Others may not agree with me on this, but again, this is my opinion and not the opinion of Binkybunny.)

I wish you well. I really do. I hope you can find the info you’re seeking from another forum. Please take care of your bunnies, present and future buns. Bad things happen to buns that get discarded or carelessly “rehomed”.

[ScooterandAnnette]

I just have to say that while living in Edmonton we heard that one of the rabbits at the shelter had gotten pregnant while there, apparently through the cage bars. So they weren’t even running around loose together, just housed next to each other. If that can happen then I think chances of unaltered bunnies finding a way to breed in a home situation is pretty high. Plus of course all the other factors of the health benefits for altered bunnies.
– Annette

[BinkyBunny]

 This site was created after I got discouraged with the continued depressing numbers of abandoned and euthanized rabbits each year in U.S. shelters.    I had volunteered at shelters throughout the years, and though each rabbit’s story varied, the ongoing main  theme was due to owners’ incorrect expectations and a general lack of education about rabbit behavior and care.  So this site was created to help offer solutions that may help with this.

I feel grateful that people can come here and get solutions to some of the bunny behaviors that may have otherwise been frustrating and overwhelming. However, at times, we can be presented with some repeat challenging situations that represent the very core of what we are just trying to prevent. I think when we look at the overall history here, it can be challenging to figure out what advice can be given that will actually be taken in — after one of three bunnies was given away for behavioral issues, then two more unneutered rabbits were added, then a discovery of one of the original rabbits being pregnant from an earlier accidental mating, then strong opinions may happen in this case. 

I understand why you may seek out another forum as we are rather passionate about  advocating spaying/neutering, (and pregnancy prevention),as well as we do our best to prevent owner surrender and find other solutions. Many of us have just been on the other side of it and see the negative consequences when this is not prevented.  I hope that you can understand that aspect of where we may be coming from though. 

Either way, you need to seek out a place that you feel suits you best.  In the meantime, please check out our links section under “oops litters” and you will find some helpful info for your pregnant doe and upcoming litter as we really do want the very best for your bunnies.  That is the real intention here. 

 

P.S:  I know this thread was in regards to an accidental litter—-But just for everyone here is the 411 on this site’s take on intentional breeding. (though individuals may have differing opinions):   I imagine that the person or caring breeder that originally sells or gives bunnies to another person would never prefer that the rabbit end up in a shelter and/or be euthanized, so I am not wanting to demonize all breeders but instead our focus is on the individual bunny owner.  For more info about this and other reason why intentional breeding is not discussed here please see our FAQ section and scroll down to Q2

[LucyTwoBunz]

I agree!  This forum has helped me SO much with many things but best of all how to thoroughly enjoy my bunz.  I had some misinterpretations of their actions and reactions but you have all taught me about the true bunny personalities and expected behaviors.  I can almost predict the direction of most threads due to the passion you all put forth to help others with their bunz.  Thats my 2 cents…sure hope you stick around for awhile & read up…lots of good information, funny stories & truly compassionate & knowlegdeable people you can trust to be honest and helpful…

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