How can heat waves kill rabbits?

Each rabbit will tolerate heat differently and it is important to observe your rabbit daily. Here are some ... Fly Strike. As the weather warms, flies can strike and kill a healthy animal who has temporary loose stools, but at particular risk are aging, disabled, long-haired or overweight rabbits who are not able to clean themselves. read more

Rabbits and heat are never a good combination, and heat stroke is one of the leading causes of death in rabbits. Fortunately it can easily be avoided, even if you do not have air conditioning. Wild rabbits would spend the heat of the days in their burrows and go outside at night or early am when it is cooler. read more

An intense heat wave that sent temperatures in Phoenix to 118 degrees Fahrenheit (47.7 degrees Celsius) this weekend has killed four people — and the heat could be worse today. Those killed so far were all hiking or biking outdoors, but heat waves can kill close to home, too. read more

If your rabbit shows signs of this get a few ice cubes and rub them on the rabbits ears and then call a vet. This can be prevented by giving them a cool place in the shade or freezing bottles with water in them and placing the frozen bottles in their cage. read more