Ballina Small Animal Boarding

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from our family to yours. Hope you all enjoy your holiday while your bunnies holiday with us 🐰🎄 🎁

21/12/2024

Support the Rabbit Sanctuary this Christmas by purchasing one of there calendars. All proceeds go directly to helping them rescue more bunnies
https://thebunnybazaar.com.au/collections/calendar

12/12/2024

Important info about gut stasis

🐰 Gut Stasis in Rabbits 🐰

This is darling Navan having a nice snooze in hospital recovering from her bout of Gut Stasis 🤒

Rabbits are delicate animals, and one of the most common health issues they face is gut stasis, also known as gastrointestinal stasis (GI stasis). This is a potentially life-threatening condition where the digestive system slows down or stops entirely, leading to a dangerous buildup of gas and toxins.

Gut stasis can happen for many reasons, including stress, dehydration, poor diet, pain, or underlying illnesses. Rabbits rely on a diet high in fiber (like high quality hay and dark leafy greens!) to keep their digestive systems running smoothly, so diets low in fiber or high in sugary treats can be a big risk factor.

Signs to watch for:
✔️ Loss of appetite or refusal to eat
✔️ Small, dry, or fewer droppings
✔️ A bloated abdomen or hunched posture
✔️ Lethargy or reluctance to move
✔️ Teeth grinding, a sign of pain

If you notice these signs, don’t wait—gut stasis can escalate quickly. Immediate veterinary care is critical to relieve pain, rehydrate your rabbit, and restart digestion.

Prevention is key! Provide plenty of fresh hay, clean water, and a calm, stress-free environment. Regular checkups help catch issues early.

04/12/2024

🎄 FOSTER A BUNNY FOR CHRISTMAS 🎄

The Rabbit Sanctuary is full and in desperate need of more Foster Carers over the holidays as many Foster Carers go away.

Can you help a bunny in need and give them some love these holidays? 🎄🐰💕

What you need:
✅ Indoor space for the bunnies
✅ Lots of love to give a bunny in need

🗓️ Long term or short term arrangements

We can supply any equipment you need and provide in depth guidance on all things you need to know.

We’ve got so many bunnies looking for a family to stay with over this festive season so if you can please consider applying to our foster program. Let’s make sure no bunnies spends the Christmas alone this year! 🎄🏡🐰🎁

Learn more and apply: https://www.rabbitsanctuary.com.au/foster

22/10/2024

18/10/2024

Still some availability for Nov and early Dec....send me a message if you're keen

04/10/2024

Meet two of our own bunnies.
Left: Nugget (ears down)
Right: Melody (ears up)
We just can't get enough of bunnies rabbits
🐇🐰🐇🐰🐇🐰🐇🐰🐇🐰

03/10/2024

Vetafarm products are high quality nutrition for rabbits and guinea pigs and are made in Australia

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07/09/2024

25/08/2024

Desexing subsidised.....

We cover Byron Shire to Coffs Harbour/Bellingen.
North of this, contact Friends of the Pound, Tweed.
South of this, contact our Great Lakes & Manning Branch.
Elsewhere, find your local branch in https://www.awlnsw.com.au/find-us/

Participating Vets (where you apply for the voucher and book the procedure):
Mullumbimby Vet 6684 3818
North Coast Vet Services (Brunswick Heads) 6684 0735
VetLove (Ballina) 6686 7416
Keen St Vet Clinic (Lismore) 6621 9811
Lismore Vet Clinic 6622 0033
Central Vet Care Clinic (Casino) 6662 6661
Fairymount Vet Clinic (Kyogle) 6632 1199
Kyogle Vet Clinic 6632 2322
Evans Head Vet Clinic 6682 5252
Sandy Paws Vet (Iluka) 6646 5676
Angourie Road Vet Surgery (Yamba) 6646 9966
Yamba Vet Clinic 6646 2716
Maclean Vet Hospital 6645 2864
Clarence Valley Vet Clinic (Grafton) 6642 4224
Riverbank Animal Hospital (Grafton) 6642 3083
Mobile Vet & Animal Hospital (South Grafton) 6642 4667
Pacific Vetcare (Coffs Harbour) 6652 3455
Pacific Vetcare (Sawtell) 6653 1555
Pacific Vetcare (Woolgoolga) 6654 2600
Woolgoolga Vet Clinic 6654 7754
Bellingen Vet Hospital 6655 1098

27/07/2024

These two are inseparable. Makes my heart happy 💞

18/07/2024

Did You Know Your Rabbit's Dental Health is Crucial! 🦷🐰

Rabbits are adorable pets, but their dental care is vital for their overall health. Unlike humans, rabbit teeth never stop growing, which means they need regular wear to avoid serious problems like overgrowth and painful dental issues.

😫Signs of Dental Problems:

- Drooling or excessive salivation
- Difficulty eating or weight loss
- Decreased activity level
- Grinding teeth or pawing at the mouth
- Facial swelling or abscesses
- Runny eyes or nose
- Bad breath

🦷 Maintaining Dental Health:

1. Diet: Provide plenty of hay and fresh vegetables like kale, spinach, and carrots. Hay is essential as it helps wear down their teeth naturally. Avoid sugary or starchy foods.
2. Regular Checks: Check your rabbit's teeth and gums regularly for any signs of problems.
3. Chew Toys: Offer chew toys to help keep their teeth healthy and strong.
4. Vet Visits: Schedule regular dental check-ups with us.

Why Teeth Overgrow:
In the wild, rabbits naturally wear down their teeth by chewing on fibrous foods. Domestic rabbits need similar roughage in their diet to maintain healthy teeth. Insufficient hay and an over-reliance on pellets can lead to dental issues.

When to Seek Professional Help:
If your rabbit shows signs of dental problems, don't wait. Early detection and treatment can prevent more serious health issues!

Keep your bunny happy and healthy with proper dental care! 🌟🐇🦷

13/07/2024

Did you know you can book in you furry friends online??
Check dates in real time availability so you never miss out!
https://petmanager.app/portal?token=1eea0e179173f165ec3fc20af9818685e6d58c16

08/07/2024

As a proud boarding partner of the Rabbit Sanctuary, we donate a portion from all referrals we receive from the Rabbit Sanctuary to help them rescue and rehabilitate more bunnies
Www.rabbitsanctuary.com.au/donate




Kim Cooney

03/07/2024

6 HAY MIX FUNDRAISER
www.rabbitrescue.shop
How many types of hay do you feed your bunny?
The Rabbit Sanctuary is selling our very own “6 Hay Mix “ because we want to share our secret to good bunny health with everyone who has a bunny.

By feeding the rescue rabbits at The Rabbit Sanctuary lots of different hays, they never get sick with gut stasis. They just love their hays which give them a range of various nutrients depending on the individual hay plus the variety of textures helps keep their teeth ground down.

Please consider supporting our Rabbit Rescue by purchasing your bunnies’ hay from our Rabbit Rescue www.RabbitRescue.Shop!

photo: Volunteer Ella Maynard at The Rabbit Sanctuary loading up the rescue bunnies’ hay racks with delicious fresh hays.