Can I give Bene-Bac to my rabbit after antibiotics for gut health?

I wouldnot recommend giving oral antibacterials/antibiotics to any rabbit wthout a clear diagnosis as it is likely to make things worse. Rabbits rely on good bacteria in the bowel for survival and antibiotics can trigger fatal diarrhoea. Unfortunately weaning is a very difficult time for rabbits as this good bacteria is not well developed until they start eating greens and it is a very delicate time. Probiotics and transfer of the soft stools from healthy mothers or other rabbits can increase survival around weaning, as can starting with hay rather than fresh greens

You must give special probiotics for cats, human probiotics are just unsuitable for cats and dogs because their bacterial flora is completely different from ours, and yes it is better to give them betwwen meals.

Collect some dry grass outside. Unfortunately rabbits can get digestive problems, sometimes they also can have hair balls which cause problems. Without a hands-on exam it is not possible to recommend a medication. Do not give any antibiotics to your rabbit or any other human medicine. Oral antibiotics are likely to kill the bacteria a rabbit needs for digestion and she will die. Try to find some hay, dry grass. Maybe there is a veterinarian in the next town who can help you.

I wouldn't want to contradict your veterinarian, because that only leads to confusion. I can only say to use caution when giving any medications together. Dufalac (Duphalac) will help with constipation. Perinorm increases gastric motility. Giving these two together may cause diarrhea in Hunny which could lead to rapid dehydration. Colicaid is for gas in the stomach and Digene is an antacid. These two can likely be used together. My recommendation would be to find one veterinarian with experience treating rabbits and stick with him or her. In the meantime, choose one of the two and discuss ALL the medications and doses that Hunny is on to come up with a safe treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcome.

I would consider returning her immediately. It is never advisable to take on an unwell pet, especially if you have other pets at home or are unable to provide the healthcare they require as and when needed. Pet ownership comes with responsibilities to protect and care for them which at times will require financial input for vetcare and medications

Hi there. Any antibiotic will cause some transient changes in gut flora. In some patients, this may cause some symptoms of GI upset such as vomiting or diarrhea. If you're concerned, you can certainly give Bailey a probiotic such as Forti-Flora in his food each day while he's taking the doxycycline - this won't hurt anything, and might help to keep his intestinal bacteria from being disrupted as much.

Thanks for reaching out about your rabbit. An intestinal obstruction, partial or full, should be considered. Might still be defecating due to fecal pellet formation behind the obstruction. Probiotics are not the answer and could be detrimental, as rabbit (herbivore) gut flora is different than dogs (omnivore) and cats (carnivore) and often the probiotics are labelled for all. If he has decreased appetite or seems painful, a veterinary visit is highly recommended. Good luck.