How to treat or pop a rabbit abscess?

My rabbit was diagnosed with snuffles a month ago, and he developed an abscess right behind his eye. After a 20 day dose of Baytrill, the abscess moved to directly under his eye. I think it's growing bigger. How much does it cost to get it drained. My budget is 100 dollars. I'm not exactly rich so be logical. Is there anything I can do at home?How to treat or pop a rabbit abscess?
I would call the vet who saw him last month, explain to him what is happening, ask if this is something he feels you can take care of at home, and if not, will he work with you financially. Let him/her know your budget. They care very much for animals (or should) and most are very willing to work with you.


I could say 'do this, or do that', but in this case, I recommend you speak with your vet. Good luck


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Snuffles and the abcess are caused by Pasturella, which can be treated, but the rabbit will continue to carry the bacteria. It will re-occur due to stress, high temp in the summer, pregnancy or travel can cause it to pop up. It is very contagious to other rabbits and you should not take it to shows or breed it with a healthy rabbit.





It sounds like it is getting worse, not better. I don't know how much your vet will charge to drain it and give more anti-biotics, but it will NOT get better by itself. Call them and expliain what is going on and ask how much it will be. It is always OK to ask.





Also, is your rabbit eating and drinking like normal? If it is not eating and drinking it's gut bacteria may have been disturbed by the anti-biotics. There is a paste in the feed store called ';bio pro'; or ';pro biotics'; that may help. Give two pea sized portions twice a day, morning and eve and you buns appetite may perk up.





If you have other rabbits KEEP THIS ONE AWAY from the rest, and wash your hands after you care for it. Your other buns could all get sick too.





Good Luck.
If it was a regular abscess, then you could try popping it at home. My vet several years ago gave me directions at how to correctly pop and drain them. However the situation you are referring to definitely needs a vet's expertise. Many good vets will give you an estimate if you ask for one before they charge you any money. Call your vet and ask what something like that might cost. I wouldn't try treating that on your own. That is a complicated procedure.





Some vets will work with you and figure out a way where you can finance the procedure over time.