Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

What essential items should I include in my rabbit's first aid kit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed

What are the stuff I need for a complete Rabbit first Aid kit?

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 11th, 2018

Here is a list of items that are useful for initial care for your rabbit, treating mior injuries and ailments. These items will not replace the care of a qualified veterinarian. If your rabbit has a large open wound or has not pooped or eaten in 12-24 hours it should be seen by a vet immediately. Also blue or pale gums, labored open mouth breathing, losing consciousness, excessive diarrhea, and/or seizures or if you know your rabbit has eaten something poisonous warrant an immediated vet visit. Write the phone number of your veterinarian in big numbers onto the box in which you keep the first aid items. A number of an out of hours emergency clinic would also be handy. non latex gloves to prevent spreading germs between you and your rabbit gauze pads, cotton balls tweezers and q-tips for wound care wraps, bandages and scissors an antibacterial spray do not use any antibiotic ointments unless advised by a vet, as the rabbit could lick it off and damage its intestinal flora making it very sick nail clippers and styptic powder (for regularly clipping its nails and stopping any bleeding in case a nail starts to bleed 10 cc/ml Oral Syringes for feeding and rinsing wounds baby food ( veggies) 0.9%saline available at a pharmacy for rinsing wounds Papaya Tablets helps hairballs to move along the gastrointestinal tract – give a tablet or two once a week to keep hairballs from forming heating pads and a towel for warming up your rabbit, if it appears to be lethargic and very cold A digital rectal thermometer to take its temperature (in the rectum) and some vaseline to lubricate it. (normal temperature is close to 103.5F) This should prepare you for any emergency.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Other Answers

  • Image profile

    Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 9th, 2018

    Here is a list of items that are useful for initial care for your rabbit, treating minor injuries and ailments. These items will not replace the care of a qualified veterinarian. If your rabbit has a large open wound or has not pooped or eaten in 12-24 hours it should be seen by a vet immediately. Also blue or pale gums, labored open mouth breathing, losing consciousness, excessive diarrhea, and/or seizures or if you know your rabbit has eaten something poisonous warrant an immediated vet visit. Write the phone number of your veterinarian in big numbers onto the box in which you keep the first aid items. A number of an out of hours emergency clinic would also be handy. non latex gloves to prevent spreading germs between you and your rabbit gauze pads, cotton balls tweezers and q-tips for wound care wraps, bandages and scissors an antibacterial spray do not use any antibiotic ointments unless advised by a vet, as the rabbit could lick it off and damage its intestinal flora making it very sick nail clippers and styptic powder (for regularly clipping its nails and stopping any bleeding in case a nail starts to bleed 10 cc/ml Oral Syringes for feeding and rinsing wounds baby food ( veggies) 0.9%saline available at a pharmacy for rinsing wounds Papaya Tablets helps hairballs to move along the gastrointestinal tract – give a tablet or two once a week to keep hairballs from forming heating pads and a towel for warming up your rabbit, if it appears to be lethargic and very cold A digital rectal thermometer to take its temperature (in the rectum) and some vaseline to lubricate it. (normal temperature is close to 103.5F) This should prepare you for any emergency. Be sure to take your rabbit to a vet in the morning after an emergency where a vet was not available.

    Vote icon

    1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

See More Answers

Related Questions

Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
What to do if my cat has a small hole with pus coming from its ear?
Is your cat's ear hole oozing pus? A Petco vet explains potential infections like abscesses from bites, advising immediate vet care, antibiotics, and recovery.
Updated on September 23, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
My hamster has a lump and dry skin. Does he need a vet?
Is your active hamster showing a lump or dry skin? A certified veterinarian explains why immediate assessment is crucial for diagnosis and a treatment plan.
Updated on September 23, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?
Is your dog's dry skin a concern? A certified vet offers expert advice on finding the best fish-based dog food alternatives to Science Diet for essential oils.
Updated on February 04, 2026
Petco Pet Education Center
What should I feed my red-eared slider? So much conflicting info!
A veterinarian offers expert advice on feeding your red-eared slider. Learn the ideal diet, including vegetables, pellets, and live fish, to help your turtle thrive.
Updated on September 23, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
Why is my rabbit's bottom wet with urine and she has soft stool?
Is your bunny experiencing soft stool and a wet bottom from urine? A certified vet explains why these concerning signs need immediate examination for infection.
Updated on September 23, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
New Pet
My green cheek conure's voice is raspy and sneezy. Should I worry?
Is your green cheek conure's voice raspy or sneezy? A certified vet explains common causes like respiratory infections and advises on your bird's health.
Updated on September 23, 2025
image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Book Now

Sponsored