Himalayan rabbits and other rabbit breeds are prone to various health issues including joint disease. Talk with your vet about different illnesses and conditions that you should look out for in your Himalayan rabbit. It’s common for rabbits to develop arthritis or inflammation of the joints as they age. However, some Himalayan rabbits develop a more severe case of arthritis called Osteoarthritis or Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). DJD is a long-term disease that occurs when the cartilage surrounding the muscle joints slowly deteriorates. This disease can only be diagnosed by your vet. A full assessment of past symptoms as well as a current physical exam will be required. The exam will typically reveal a decreased range of motion, stiffness in the legs, deformity in the joints, and swelling or pain in the joints. X-rays or an analysis of the fluids in the joints may also be ordered by your vet Bowmanville, ON to make a more accurate diagnosis.