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A false or phantom pregnancy for a rabbit is when a female bunny believes it is pregnant but acually isnt. They will start to pull fur from there stomach and bottom area to make a nest, They can be temperamental too, (eg. Grunting when you go near them or not wanting to be touched) It is quite common for bunnys to have phantom pregnancies but generally it is better to get a vet to check them over just incase. Do not try to feel for the babies yourself as this can severely damage and even kill them. The vet will do it professianally. Or if you cant afford a vet then you will have to wait and see. ( 1 month)
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoAlso called a false pregnancy. Doe thinks she is (or wants to be ) pregnant. She will show all the signs and even build a nest. This is a good time to breed her.
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What are the signs of a phantom pregnancy in a rabbit?
The main sign of phantom pregnancy is nesting. The bunny will start to pluck out the hair on her chest and tummy to build the nest with. In the case of some rabbits they will pull hair out of a bonded mate to nest build also. You will often see a nesting bunny frantically running around with a mouth full of hay to take to her nest. If you bunny is nesting without reason (i.e. she has not been bred, she is spayed, she has not had any contact with a male) then you can pretty much be sure it is a phantom pregnancy. A phantom or false pregnancy can be detected in several ways. If you have not bred your doe you KNOW it is a false pregnancy. If she goes over 32 days it is a false pregnancy. You can palpate at 15 days and if you do not feel babies but she insists on nesting you will know it is a false or phantom pregnancy. A doe having a false pregnancy will nest just like a doe that is pregnant. I have witnessed some that tend to go overboard nearly stripping themselves naked because no babies come. The doe that you determine to be having a phantom or false pregnancy should be bred immediately. There should be no 'bonded mate' for a doe with phantom pregnancy every rabbit should have it's own cage.
Can sheep have a phantom pregnancy?
Yes
Your rabbit lives alone but has pulled fur out is the a phantom pregnancy?
If your female rabbit is pulling fur and can't be pregnant, she may be having a false pregnancy. False pregnancies are stressful for rabbits. Spaying the rabbit will prevent false pregnancies, and ovarian cancer, and have other benefits. There are other reasons your rabbit may be pulling her fur: She could have parasites or other skin problems. Bring the rabbit to a vet for treatment. She could be suffering from stress. Learn how to ease a rabbit's stress, and consider what improvements you might make to her lifestyle. See the related questions and links below for more info.
At what stage in pregnancy can a doe rabbit absorb her kit your rabbit has milk but no signs of babies?
In the first couple weeks of pregnancy, she can reabsorb her kit. It is possible she is just in early pregnancy as well.
Two female rabbits displaying mating behavior and nesting could this be a phantom pregnancy?
Unless there has been a mistake in the sexing of your rabbits it is quite likely a phantom pregnancy. Phantom pregnancies and other hormonal activities can be prevented in large part by spaying both of your female rabbits!
How long do rabbit phantom pregnancy's last?
28 to 32 days
Why has our rabbit been making a nest for about a week now?
Well ... Its Either Pregnant Or Its Having A Phantom Pregnancy.
What are the signs of a phantom pregnancy in a rabbit?
The main sign of phantom pregnancy is nesting. The bunny will start to pluck out the hair on her chest and tummy to build the nest with. In the case of some rabbits they will pull hair out of a bonded mate to nest build also. You will often see a nesting bunny frantically running around with a mouth full of hay to take to her nest. If you bunny is nesting without reason (i.e. she has not been bred, she is spayed, she has not had any contact with a male) then you can pretty much be sure it is a phantom pregnancy. A phantom or false pregnancy can be detected in several ways. If you have not bred your doe you KNOW it is a false pregnancy. If she goes over 32 days it is a false pregnancy. You can palpate at 15 days and if you do not feel babies but she insists on nesting you will know it is a false or phantom pregnancy. A doe having a false pregnancy will nest just like a doe that is pregnant. I have witnessed some that tend to go overboard nearly stripping themselves naked because no babies come. The doe that you determine to be having a phantom or false pregnancy should be bred immediately. There should be no 'bonded mate' for a doe with phantom pregnancy every rabbit should have it's own cage.
Can you still have positive pregnancy tests with phantom pregnancies?
yes because to have the phantom pregnancy your body secretes pregnancy hormones which is what pregnancy tests look for
If you have a phantom pregnancy will the pregnancy test be positive?
Yes. In a phantom pregnancy, the body is tricked into feeling like it is pregnant. Consequently the same hormones present in a real pregnancy will be present in the body of someone who is undergoing a phantom pregnancy, and these hormones are what a pregnancy test detects.
Phantom pregnancy in mares?
A horse who is experiencing a phantom pregnancy will have symptoms of an actual pregnancy. These symptoms include the horse being tired with a puffed up stomach.
Can sheep have a phantom pregnancy?
Yes
What symptoms do dogs get when they have a phantom pregnancy?
The only difference between a phantom pregnancy and a real pregnancy is that with a phantom pregnancy you are not actually carrying a baby and you will usually have a period and a negative pregnancy test. You will have the same symptoms as a regular pregnancy and they can last at least as long as 7 months.Scroll down to related links and look at "False pregnancy - Wikipedia"
Do pregnancy tests come up positive if it is a phantom pregnancy?
no... that kind of pregnancy is all in your head
Can you have a Phantom Pregnancy even if your a virgin?
Yes.
You know someone who might be having a phantom pregnancy and feels lots of movement and being sick and you have felt the movements myself is this a phantom pregnancy?
Yes.
What is the other name of imagery pregnancy?
If you meant 'imaginary' pregnancy - it's also known as a 'phantom pregnancy'
