KentuckyHare
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I'll probably be shuffling off to a corner to lick my ego but I have a question. I'm new and I have seen my rabbits asleep or relaxed on their sides. When I go to feed them - They will peek at me until the water and food is served then slowly wake up. (Sometimes - Other times I think they are wolves, LOL) Anyway a few nights ago - My Californian Doe -(She is approx. 2 years old - I think - no paperwork received) was on her back ; legs in the air and eyes shut. I said her name and shook the cage gently - nothing! I thought - Great I lost my big baby! I opened the cage - Nothing. I reached in and touched her belly - She gently opened her eyes and closed them - Again I rubbed her side - This time she rolled towards me - After three or so minutes of rubbing = She jumps up and slowly walks to the water bottle- Like nothing occured. I've examined her after and Watched for sickness - Nothing. Do rabbits sleep on their backs? Could this be a sign of sickness or something I'm missing? Just spoiled and don't worry? Thanks for any input - I'm just trying to protect her and the herd (only 27) from anything that I can help.