Common problem this month

[MatSuAK]

Seeing lots of posts on does giving birth late. Having the same issue
Agouti's last 3 litters have been like clock work, day 29 every time. I did breed her to a new buck this time, he was 5 months and first breeding. So I wasn't even sure she would take. Was using the nest box as a toilet (unseen in her) so I had giving up on kits this time around. The evening of day 31 I cleaned out the nest box, but replaced it in the cage because Agouti intake of food and water had greatly decreased. Next morning she had a nest with fur opcorn: Okay we are getting somewhere I thought!

Nope, now day 34 nothing. My concern is starting to grow, however, because her appetite is very low. I am going to try letting her hop around in the playpen, will feel tummy for movement. May look into getting some tums and parsley. Can probably get my hands on some lavender, but not until tomorrow. Everything is closed for Easter.
Don't like to force things, but getting a little concerned for my doe :x

 

[Comet007]

Oh, I hope everything goes well for her! If you have any Dill, it is also good for increasing appetite - the seeds are stronger if you have those. Dill also happens to be good for milk production!

Nettle (urtica dioica) is also a good source of calcium and protein and aids in poor appetite, if you have some of that - not fresh, though, only dried. I don't know why that is, but it's what I've read on pet vet herbalist sites.

 

[skysthelimit]

Many people report that decrease in appetite is usual in pregnant does as they reach full term. I can't say I've had this happen, my does shove the nest box close so they can stand in it and eat. If you get really worried, put some electrolyte solution in the drinking water, and make sure she's got some source of calcium. And a few dandelions if you have any of those yet.

A lot of herbs lose their potency if not used fresh, or when they are cooked.

 

[MatSuAK]

Nothing yet. She doesn't look or feel pregnant, but she could just have 1 or 2 in there. Will give it awhile longer.

 

[bunnyshaw]

Its the evening of day 37 here for my little mini lop! Fingers crossed for all the does who are having trouble at the moment! x