Breeding is a year round activity in NZ. A female rabbit can produce 25-40 young per year and young become sexually mature at 3-4 months. Rabbits eat grasses, clover, buds and seeds of many annuals.
The best way to control and reduce swelling is to ice and elevate your ankle. Applying ice will cause blood vessels to constrict so there is not as much fluid leaking out of the injured structures, which causes swelling. Ice can be applied for 20 minutes at a time while you are elevating the ankle.
Swelling can be reduced through elevating the ankle higher than the hip. Applying ice to the ankle also alleviates swelling, as do anti-inflammatory medications. The ankle is likely to remain somewhat swollen for up to six months after surgery. Once the ankle is able to bear some weight, swelling is likely to go down. Learn more about Breaks & Sprains