Mini Lops are resilient rabbits. If well cared for, they remain very healthy bunnies. However, they are susceptible to the typical rabbit illnesses and diseases. Some of those are listed here along with some suggestions on how to treat those illnesses to get your bunnies back to tip top show shape. The majority of this information was taken from 'Rabbit Diseases' written by Jack Messner.
Diarrhea
Caused by feed change, contaminated or toxic feed, too much water-laden suppliments (lettuce, spinach, grass, etc.), stress. Remove water for the day. Reduce pellet ration and feed hay. Use a vitamin or electrolyte solution in the water. Give the rabbit a small piece of drywall to chew on for a day or two.
Fur Mites
Caused by a microscopic mite. The effected site is usually located near the tail or up the back. Clumps of fur can be pulled out with no new fur growth behind it. The skin under this missing fur will be scaley and scaley skin will be attached to the base of the fur that is pulled out. Isolate the rabbit as this is contagious. Disinfect the cage. Treat the rabbit with mite powder, oral Ivamec, or basic talcum powder has also been known to work.
Maloclusion
An inherited trait or caused by injury. Exhibits long or abnormal growth of front teeth. Teeth must be clipped to normal length using side cuts. If an inherited characteristic, do not breed the animal or the parents.
Matted Eyes, Weepy Eyes, Conjunctivitis
Caused by bacterial infection. Clean the eye with Boric Acid or an eyewash. Treat with antibiotic opthamalic ointment.
Snuffles
Caused by bacterial infection of the nasal sinuses. Isolate the animal as it is contagious. Exhibits sneezing, nasal discharge, watery eyes. Treat with broad spectrum antibiotic.
Sore Hocks
Caused by unsanitary conditions, wet flooring, rough cage wire. Exhibits sore spots on the feet. Clip fur around affected areas. Wash with warm soapy water. Remove all scabs and debris. Dry, then use mild disinfectant on the irritated foot area. Apply antibiotic ointment. Disinfect the rabbit's cage. A small resting board in the cage may be helpful.
Spraddle Legs
Typically found in babies. Caused by a slippery nest box bottom or found in babies that exhibit rapid weight gain. Legs are bent outward at right angles to the body. Replace slippery box bottoms with a rougher material. Do not use straw in nest boxes. This condition will not usually correct itself and there is no treatment for it.
Wry Neck
Caused by injury, bacterial infection, fungus or mite infestation. Exhibits with the head twisted or pulled to one side, loss of balance, may roll over and over. Treat with broad spectrum antibiotic.