Testing Sterling for Kidney Disease 😰

[@samanthajean790]

So glad Sterling is okay! Personally, I love your day in a life videos watching you take care of your rabbits, cleaning your rabbit’s room and home in general. I can imagine you need time to settle in after a big move, so I hope you have everything you need and please just take time for yourself right now.

[@rachelandersen4211]

Hurricane prep for bunnies would be good. I’m in south Florida and been wondering what I don’t know in terms of preparing my bunny for the storm. It won’t be too bad here on the east coast but beyond a tranquil blend forage and lots of places to hide, food, water etc not sure if i am missing something.

[@GuineapigGuardian]

First of all, I have social and general anxiety, so I understand completely the struggle it takes to rein in all that chaotic energy, especially when the animals you love and orbit around might be sick, because they are what keeps us grounded. So extremely thankful that Sterling the most handsome rabbit ever is healthy and happy. The anxiety and the worry is never for nothing. Take it from an anti-social woman in her mid thirties. Secondly, you rock the short hair very well and no one cares that you have anything going on with your face because you are quite beautiful regardless. Everyone has their own thing going on, so the only judgement here is that you’re photogenic (or video-genic, in this sense) and that makes me mildly envious. Lastly, thank you for being one of the many people in this world who take proper animal care to new levels. You, along with many other influencers, are helping to open the mindsets of many people who are simply ignorant about animal care and rights. Personally, I tell people that animals never choose us, so we OWE IT to our voiceless fur families to give them the very best. Great job 👍🏼

[@LoveABun]

I LOVE your comments!! Very well said and I completely agree. You and I have much in common re: our anxiety around humans. The world is ugly and has worsened so much during the pandemic. Give me a home in a forest surrounded by animals and I wouldn’t care if I NEVER saw another human being again!

[@GuineapigGuardian]

@@LoveABun Thank you so much for your kind words! I am socially anxious to the point where I talk to the dogs being walked by their owners first, or worse, talk to people through their pets like a filter. 🫣

[@shekharswarnakar5592]

It doesn't matter if you're unable to make as many videos as you used to be because of their age it really doesn't matter. All that matters is Ebony's and Sterling's health, IF THEY'RE HEALTHY AND HAPPY, I SWEAR "WE'RE MORE THAN HAPPY". 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@HD-pp4ge]

So happy to hear Sterling is okay! For video suggestions: plants you can keep in the house that are bunny safe (and plants to avoid that are not bunny safe) Explaining companionships between bunnies and bunnies + other pets or humans Comparing water bowls, bottles, and other watering options Quick daily, weekly, or monthly health checks you can do and what to look for What to put in your home medical/emergency kit and how to syringe feed and/or medicate Could always do a video interviewing a rescue or rabbit savvy vet ❤️

[@tulipchu4852]

so glad that everyone is fine. like ur new hair style. would like to learn more about the appetize and behavioral changes of senior rabbit.

[@LoveABun]

Great idea about a video regarding the behavior and appetite changes to watch for in a senior rabbit.

[@amenaalshawaf1036]

I'm EXTREMLY happy that he is ok and the results are normal♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@scottmiller6081]

I like your hair! Its super cute! You have a pretty face and a great personality so I think you can do whatever you want with your hair. I'm glad your bunny is ok. I've learned a lot from your channel. Keep it up!

[@PickyPocketsLaughs]

Hello What about ideas such as: - DIY yourself bunny toys - Bunny haul at a dollar store - Visit at a rabbit shelter - Why it’s better to adopt a rabbit than buy one at a pet store - What pet stores do wrong when it comes to bunny care - How to teach a child that a bunny is not a toy - Most amazing bunny enclosures found online - Full day seen with bunny eyes (with captions) - Funniest bunny shaped / theme items found online. Hope it can help with finding some inspo ;) Keep your ears up! 🐰

[@jacquihartman9356]

Love your videos! Would love to see some weekly vlogs or “day in the life” every now and then. It’s always interesting to see what other bunny parents get up to, what they feed, how often. How often you groom them, ideas for enrichment, that kind of thing. ❤

[@karenmarshall2742]

Thanks for sharing your bunny updates. I love to hear an update on lukka and the cats.

[@LawaiDiaz]

You could do some reaction videos! And another reacting to your subscribers rabbit enclosures!

[@cindychapman5900]

So grateful Sterling was just a little dehydrated. As a senior myself, I know it important to drink water. But not always what I want😁. Don’t stress about making videos. Just relax and adjust after the move. Evan a very short video of the buns eating or napping and you popping in to say how you are is all your caring viewers need. We just think of you and hope you are well. If you need to take a break from bunny content, take a short video of palm trees or where you shop for their veggies…we really will not care. We just like to hear your voice and hear you are coping. I bet your parents miss you being close. God bless you and keep you safe!

[@LoveABun]

Your idea for a trip to the grocery store is fantastic! I’d love to see her do a video of how she chooses produce for her rabbits and which types she typically buys each week! This would be fun and very educational.

[@cindychapman5900]

@@LoveABun We live in a smaller city. The produce is often limited and often wilts so quickly.

[@LoveABun]

@@cindychapman5900 Yes, here, too! And the organic leafy greens, which I always prefer to buy for my bun, stays fresh the least amount of time. ☹️

[@cameronherrick5125]

Very glad Sterling is okay! I would love to see a video where you explain how to bond more than two rabbits together. Thanks for all the amazing work you do advocating for good husbandry of rabbits!

[@Creadeyh]

Please make a video on like common pet rabbits breeds and their differences, I'm so confused when doing my own research ^^ Glad the rabbits are fine, hope yourself and the other pets are doing great too

[@tmajcan94]

Praying for you and your fur babies. My baby bunny Smudge is almost 6 and I have started thinking more about his health. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️🐇❤️🐇

[@lazyhomebody1356]

All the channels I like seem to be getting burnt out. Harry Potter channels no longer talk about HP, Book channels rarely talk about books...but that's okay! I may have started watching thise girls for the content but now I just like them! That includes you. Whatever you'd like to talk about, wherever you want to take us, is fine :)

[@abigaillovell]

My rabbit passed away from liver failure in February and I don’t think I will ever be going to that vet again because they were recommending a lot of stuff that did not make sense like feeding alfalfa hay to my adult rabbits instead of Timothy hay or orchard grass hay

[@providencesg]

Hi Hailey, love your punky look! So glad that Sterling is well😊 Praying for you and your furbabies.💕

[@StarGazingMouse]

I'm so sorry you're going through this. I'm just grateful the bunnies have you, someone who cares and knows what to do. You and the buns will get through this❤️

[@rebeccajones9757]

I also struggle emotionally when my pets don't feel good. Stay safe. I hope the hurricane doesn't damage too much. My bunny had a surgery today and I was so scared. She did fine though.

[@autumnjane8230]

I’m glad Sterling is ok! I was wondering if you could make a video about what to look out for/how to look out for things as your bunnies age? E.x., arthritis? Thank you!

[@AlicjaKawecki]

You should look into modified citrus pectin. I am using for my rabbits with cancer, heart issues, and arthritis. It works for kidney disease too. Only thing is you have to make sure your rabbit responds well. When I first started using it I used baby gas drops and iv fluids. My rabbits are now okay using regularly without gas drops and fluids.

[@dollyplainjane4753]

After my bunny was put under anesthesia for dental work, he changed a lot. He will not eat any veggies or hay. But before he ate huge leaves of lettuce twice a day and munched on hay all day. He only eats pellets, Activia yogurt, (the vet recommended it), a little banana, critical care and saltines for a treat and raspberries when I had them. I initially took him in because he sneezed a lot and drooled. Over $900 later and 3 different antibiotics, he stopped sneezing but he is so picky now. He is going to be 7. I was going to try your small treat hay for about $5 but shipping was $11 so guess I’ll look at Pet smart some day. Liked your hair longer, mine is long. Love all the information you give us. Hope you like Florida. Yeah, our winter is coming. Blessings from the Northwoods of Florida.

[@LoveABun]

What a very sad and worrisome story!! If I were you, I would find another exotic vet-one that has excellent credentials-and get your rabbit in for a thorough exam ASAP. Tell the new vet your story. There is strong evidence from your story that the dental surgery was badly done to the point where your bun is now experiencing a lot of pain! That is why he’s not eating his hay and veggies-because it hurts to chew. This is very serious. He needs to be seen by a different, highly qualified vet who can hopefully help him get back to his normal self. He also needs to be put on pain medication (ie, Metacam) *immediately* to help him feel better. Good luck!

[@lavellnutrition]

Who you mind offering the name of the Vet you like and what area they are in?

[@LenoirNevermore]

Thank you SO MUCH for this extremely informative and important video! Literally no one else posts stuff like this about senior rabbits and I think it’s stuff we most need to see and hear. THANK YOU! Also, I would totally watch videos of your bunnies sleeping, by the way! Seriously. And finally… A few ideas for videos: 1. Can you recommend any products that you feel are bunny safe for general cleaning like floors, furniture, etc. For the rabbit room, we mostly used diluted vinegar because I have heard that is the safest. But, we do sometimes let the bunnies explore in the bedroom and the hallway. I’m much too nervous to let them explore in the kitchen because I’m worried that the “all natural” floor cleaner could get on there a little paws. I’m also worried that they might find something they shouldn’t eat on the floor and eat it. So, are there any products that you recommend for general cleaning besides water and vinegar? 2. Are there any other products that you feel safe using near or around your rabbits? Like, anything. I know some bunny KZbinrs feel comfortable burning herb bundles, candles, wearing make-up even though their bunnies lick their faces etc. What about human shampoo? Lotion? Soap? In your experience, what are the brands that you feel are safest? 3. What other sort of sensory reactions do your rabbits have to sounds or smells? We had a fire in the fireplace recently, which is several rooms and a hallway away from the main bunny room, but I swear I felt like they were grumpy the next day. 4. And just for fun, do your rabbits have any music that they particularly enjoy? My rabbits seem to really enjoy Lana Del Rey. And of course they like soft classical music. Thank you! I adore you and your two bunnies! ❤❤❤ So happy to see a new post by you. I, too, have clinical, chronic anxiety and depression…never feel alone or apologetic about that. I feel like everyone here loves you, appreciates you, and gets it.

[@Shervin84]

Hi sweetie 😘😘

[@OliveOiyl]

Aww Hailey! I lost my bunny George to congenital kidney disease in august and it really sucks 😢

[@dollyplainjane4753]

My deepest condolences on the loss of your little friend. Even though I have had another bun for 6 years, I still miss my friend that passed away 7 years ago. I hope you feel better soon.

[@petsinc.]

Love your vids!!!!!!!!!!

[@sierrasporleder4675]

How is Sterling a senior rabbit already. It seems like yesterday you got him.

[@101rabbits]

I know!😢

[@remysonders4413]

Happy Sterling is the okay❤️💞

[@tristan2224]

I'm so happy he's good

[@user-vz3up1fl5u]

I'd love to see a video on petcare burnout, I have senior rabbits as well and the stress of it all really gets to me sometimes. I still love them and take care of them to the best of my ability but it gets very difficult. I was wondering if you experienced it too and what you would reccomend to someone like me?

[@user-vz3up1fl5u]

Also your hair is awesome!! Acne can be so annoying and painful I hope your anxiety calms down soon

[@mysticthehorselover5979]

Glad everything is okay with Sterling. I know you're in Florida now, so what are you doing about the hurricane? Are you in an area where you'll be okay to stay and not have to evacuate? The hurricane will be hitting where I live but I'm not in Florida so it hopefully shouldn't be quite as bad as there.

[@LoveABun]

Haley, someone mentioned doing a video about where you shop for veggies. What a GREAT idea!! It would be awesome if you would take us on a trip to the grocery store to shop for your rabbits!! Many YT rabbit people like Lennon the Bunny do shopping trip videos and they are a lot of fun and very interesting. Yours would be spectacular and so educational. You said in another video that you feed 5 different leafy greens each week and you rotate weekly. Please do a video at the store about what 5 you typically pick for any given week, and then how it differs the next week, etc. I recently had to take my rabbit off of all pellets because she began developing soft stools no matter what pellet brand or formula I fed her. I always transitioned very slowly-like over a 3 wk period-but soft stools would always start forming. When I took her off pellets for 10 days to see what would happen, her stool always immediately went back to normal. So no more pellets for her. But without pellets, I’m very worried that she won’t get all the nutrients she needs. She will only eat one kind of hay from one hay company-Rabbit Hole Hay soft timothy. And she’s not a chewer of wood sticks, etc. (Her teeth have been checked twice and are good the vet says.) So it will be a challenge to get her the vitamin and minerals she needs. I am, therefore, taking her from 3-4 greens per week to five and could really use your help to see what veggies you usually choose. PLEASE do the video!! Thank you!!

[@101rabbits]

Hey there! Lots of up to date vets are recommended pellet free diets now that they know 90% of a rabbits nutrients come from hay! Also high quality hay like rabbit hole is amazing! As far as chews and sticks, some of the normal name brand chews from petco/petsmart are not tasty to rabbits and often get left abandoned. Have you ever tried fresher willow like the willow rings and willow balls we sell on our shop? Those are the only willow toys my rabbits like. I also highly recommend the fruit flavored balsa chews and grape vine chews! I haven't found a rabbit who didn't like those. Another good thing to try and add is organic dried herbs! We sell lots of them on our shop as well (not to make this sound like a sales pitch by any means, just trying to help in any way!) I will think of making a veggie video! I personally use instacart though so I never shop for my veggies in person haha!

[@LoveABun]

@@101rabbits Thank you so much for shipping my order fast!! Crossing fingers my bun will take a shining to the items I selected based on your advice. 😍

[@LoveABun]

So excited to hear Sterling’s results are normal!!!!

[@Creadeyh]

Some rabbits can have digestive issues with pellets, others can be fine with them their whole life. Haley is only giving them hay and veggies which is enough if you make sure to vary the veggies. Also I think I remember her saying it can take a while for rabbits to start eating veggies, the time their guts adjust, so keep pellets on hand if you want to make the change and start introducing them slowly

[@abbyf1464]

Talk to a vet about it too! Some bunnies need pellets to hold on weight, others don’t and it’s more of a treat.

[@dollyplainjane4753]

My bun was losing weight and I gave him pellets. It helps.

[@ThumpersMama18]

So glad Sterling is ok! What age do you recommend the senior blood work to be regularly done? My twins just turned 5 years old so I just had our vet do a full blood work on them both I plan on doing that at least once per year

[@101rabbits]

Blood work should be done yearly on all rabbits at their anual visit. Once rabbits are 6 years and older it should be done every 6mo

[@TheBelfastgirly]

A lot of blood work no wonder they are stressed

[@LoveABun]

Blood work is ESSENTIAL for senior rabbits to catch diseases early so that treatment can begin as soon as possible. This ensures a longer life for the rabbit and with treatment, helps to prevent them from suffering!

[@banditkingofthebuns1882]

$300 for sedation of a small rabbit? Florida has some vet scammers I guess lol

[@rebeccajones9757]

My bunny pees 2 or 3 times a day. She can't hop in and out of litterboxes anymore and I see her pee on the pee pads.

[@leahfriedman7559]

Holiday videos

[@idaneluknow7899]

❤

[@aanyafortheanimals]

First! Edit: Finished watching the video and I'm so so so glad he's completely alr I get you with the whole freaking out and getting tests done but I mean better safe than sorry 🤷‍♀️

[@GuineapigGuardian]

Agreed!