Need help, not bird related Didn't know where to post this....

[Brigidt36]

My dog was barking his dang fool head off and I went outside to investigate. He had dug up some plants by my house and get barking and digging. He's not a digger so I knew another animal had to be involved. I moved a flower pot and there was a baby bunny hiding in the corner. Wasn't sure if it was alive or not, picked it up and it opened it's eyes. He has a puncture (only one) on his left side. It's not pouring out blood but it is continuing to bleed. I've called two vets and neither one will take the bunny. I'm waiting for a call back from animal control. I've cleaned the wound as best I could and put on neosporin. I have him in a shoe box with a blanket. I'm trying to find an eye dropper to give it some water or gatorade. Anything else I can try? I really don't think he is going to survive, so I might only be able to just give him some comfort in his final moments. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I'm over my head.

 

[Ziggymon]

I think you're doing everything you can. Bunnies, like birds, go into shock easily.

 

[Brigidt36]

Thanks. He's still hanging in there.

 

[Birdiemarie]

I moved this to 911. Oh, poor bunny. If you can't get an eye dropper even the tip of your finger may work. Thank you for trying to help him.

 

[Brigidt36]

Thanks Marie. I've been using my finger. I found an eyedropper but I'm boiling it to sterilize it since I have no clue what it was used for last. For some reason karo syrup keeps coming to mind, but I'm not sure why.

 

[Brigidt36]

Oh and thank you for moving this Marie. Wasn't sure since it's not bird related. Trying the eye dropper, bunny wants no part of it. The bleeding has stopped and I'm afraid to handle him too much, I don't want the movement to start him bleeding and I don't feel like forcing him to drink would be good. He might have internal injuries. I'm so afraid of hurting him more. Poor little guy is hurt enough.

 

[GG.]

any wildlife rehabbers in your area Brigid? they should be able to help you with him - am sure you are already keeping him warm

 

[Brigidt36]

Thanks GG, trying to find one now. Had one number I used a few years ago for 4 baby perigrin (sp) falcons but that number has been disconnected. Sigh. I am keeping the little guy (and man is he little) warm, I have a heating pad partially under one side of the box and he is snuggled in a towel. I want to give him a cool spot in case he gets too warm.

 

[Chantilly Lace]

Awe, poor bebe bunny. :-( They never survived when I found little ones, they are just so delicate. I hope you find someone to help you.

 

[GG.]

I found a number here for the KY Wildlife Center - if they can't help, they might can refer you

Kentucky Wildlife Center


and another list of numbers here - I realize it is a little outdated, but you might get lucky

http://fw.ky.gov/rehablist.asp?lid=754&NavPath=C366

and another on the same site

http://fw.ky.gov/app1/rehablist.aspx

sounds like you are doing all you can right now

 

[Angelicarboreals]

Keeping my fingers crossed for this little guy!

 

[suncoast]

Nature Conservancy or Shelter should also be able to help you.

Ginger

 

[suncoast]

FAQ: Orphaned Baby Bunnies

Ginger

 

[Anne & Gang]

poor little guy, I hope he makes it.....

 

[Brigidt36]

GG, you're the best. I just left a message on Karen's phone, the number the Wildlife center had on its' site. Hoping to hear from her soon. I really appreciate your help. Prayers and positive thoughts will be greatly appreciated too.

 

[GG.]

sending prayers and healing energy for the little one

let us know when you hear something and how he does

 

[crzybrdldy]

Brigid I know this is for NC but it is the # for ARC, they may be able to refer you to someone.704-552-2329 you will have to give your Zip Code that way they can have someone in your area contact you.

Hope it helps, if you have some greenery that you can put in there for it to eat or carrots to nibble on that should help to keep it going.

Luck

 

[Brigidt36]

Thanks Ginger. Gosh, only 10% survive! That is so very sad He did take a few droplets of water.

 

[Brigidt36]

Thanks Patty. So far everything I've read says not to feed him anything, though do offer fluids such as water or pedialyte (sent my daughter to get some). It's important to keep him hydrated, warm, quiet and not handle him too much. Not to give him cow's milk, or any type of milk that was not designed for bunnies. Oh well, the common sense part of me says he's not going to make it, but the hopeful part of me won't give up. If nothing else, at least he won't die alone.

 

[GG.]

since he is injured, you are on the right course - keeping him warm and quiet - a little water is ok off your fingers, but no food until you can get in touch with someone to assess him

as with most wildlife babies, feeding them when they are cold/shocky or the wrong foods or both causes even more problems