Heatstroke usually occurs in summer, when owners take their rabbits to outdoor rabbit gatherings or in environments like stuffy rooms with west-facing windows that receive intense afternoon sun. It can also occasionally happen in winter due to excessive warmth.
Rabbits suffering from heatstroke often exhibit heavy oral and nasal discharge. In severe cases, the discharge can soak the entire neck area. The rabbit's body becomes weak and lethargic, showing no signs of energy. In more serious cases, red rashes and bleeding under the skin may appear.
Heatstroke and heat exhaustion require immediate veterinary attention. Without timely treatment, rabbits can easily die within a short period.
