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Rabbit Emergency Info Sheet

A printable sheet to post on the fridge for sitters, family, and emergencies

Rabbit's Name:
Breed / Color:
Age:
Normal Weight:
Spayed / Neutered:
Microchip #:
GI stasis is the #1 rabbit emergency. If this rabbit has not eaten or pooped for 12 or more hours, or is hunched, cold, and grinding its teeth in pain, call the exotic vet immediately. Do not wait. This can be fatal within hours.

1. Emergency Contacts

Fill these in now so anyone can act fast. Keep this sheet visible.

Contact Name Phone Address / Notes
Owner
Backup contact
Regular exotic vet
Emergency / after-hours exotic vet
Pet sitter

2. Current Diet & Medications

So a sitter or vet can keep things consistent.

Item Details
Hay (type, always available)
Pellets (brand & amount)
Greens & treats
Current medications & doses
Known conditions / allergies
Litter & box location

3. GI Stasis Action Plan

If the rabbit stops eating and pooping, follow these steps and call the vet first.

Step What To Do
1. Call the vetPhone the exotic or emergency vet immediately and describe the symptoms
2. Check warmthIf the rabbit feels cold, gently warm it (wrapped warm pack) on the way to care
3. Tempt with foodOffer favorite greens and fresh hay; never force water into the mouth
4. Do not medicate blindlyGive gut or pain meds only as directed by the vet
5. Transport calmlyUse a secure carrier with hay; bring this sheet and medication list

4. Special Instructions

Handling notes, hiding spots, bonded partner, or anything a sitter must know.

Post this sheet where it is easy to find. In an emergency, getting to a rabbit-savvy exotic vet quickly is what saves lives.