Slow Doe

Lurch1 · #1 07/20/10, 07:10 AM

My doe is slow.......... I have a new nipple system in place and she can't seem to grasp the concept. I will hold the nipple trigger down and let the water come out, but as soon as I stop she can't clue in to do the same. The bevel is facing up (which I think is accurate). Any ideas?

Lurch1 · #2 07/20/10, 05:45 PM

Anyone?

Shrarvrs88 · #3 07/20/10, 05:47 PM

The only thing I can think is to keep a crock or something in the cage, as well. Rabbits are curious, she will probably figure it out. That said, she may never like the nipple.

jkmlad · #4 07/21/10, 11:21 PM

What did she drink from last? If a double ball bottle, or another kind of bottle, place it close to the nipple. See if she will play with the nipple after using her regular bottle. Sometimes I find that some of my brood does "get it" after they see their kids use it. I have some "special needs" rabbits here who have never grasped the concept of a pig nipple... so good luck.

Lurch1 · #5 07/22/10, 11:27 AM

She was drinking out of a can. I put a different style waterer with a ball. I sont like the cans so maybe this will work. Thanks for the help.

Cyngbaeld · #6 07/22/10, 12:25 PM

Put a little smear of peanut butter on it.

jkmlad · #7 07/22/10, 11:23 PM

ohhh... I like the peanut butter idea! I'll be trying that myself!

Lurch1 · #8 07/23/10, 08:37 AM

She will drink from the nipple, but won't activate the trigger to bring more water. I have gone back to the can for her.