Sirius's Sore Hock Socks
Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are made-to-order, and provide a soft, comfortable, flexible, breathable, hand-washable, and secure barrier between a rabbit’s sensitive hocks and the ground.
Almost all bun parents have encountered the problem of sore hocks, no matter how hard we try to prevent it with layer upon layer of soft material in our rabbits’ playpens, hutches, or on the ground. Characterized by red, raw, calloused, bald, or swollen feet near the bone on the underside of the foot, sore hocks can cause rabbits serious pain, and if left untreated, can lead to infection, high vet bills, or even death.
Using a pattern of my own design, I created Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks in an effort to eliminate this problem in my own rex mix rescue rabbit (a breed that is prone to sore hocks due to the thin layer of fur on the undersides of their feet), and created many prototypes before settling on the design you see. Lacking velcro, buttons, or bulky material that can cause them discomfort or tempt them to chew, Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are low-profile, flexible, and mimic the thickness and texture of your rabbit’s own fur.
Sore Hock Socks are bun-tested and approved, made of a non-toxic cotton blend or 100% bamboo, and can be left on for extended periods if monitored and hand-washed, when needed.
***PLEASE NOTE:
The available colors apply to two separate materials:
Colors 1-63 are a soft cotton blend, and colors 64-80 are 100% bamboo.
***ABOUT THE MATERIALS:
The cotton blend is soft and slightly stretchy, which is appropriate for buns who are highly active, binky frequently, and may be prone to chewing. It is extremely breathable and moisture-wicking, which is appropriate for hocks with existing injuries that need to have ointment applied or stay dry.
The 100% bamboo is very soft and plush, and provides a bit thicker, cushier barrier for buns who are elderly or more sedentary. Bamboo has more of a sheen to it than the cotton blend, and is less stretchy. It is also naturally cool to the touch, which can be helpful for buns who live in warmer climates or have thicker fur.
***REQUIRED ORDER INFORMATION:
To properly create your bun’s custom Sore Hock Socks, measurements of the circumference (in CM) of the leg both above the hock, and below the hock are needed. These are not one-size-fits all, and it is important that they fit snugly to ensure they stay securely on and provide the most comfort for your bun. Please provide this information in the form that appears when you add a pair to your cart.
***RETURN/EXCHANGE INFORMATION
If for any reason the Sore Hock Socks you order don’t fit your bun, I am more than happy to accept a return or exchange them for a new pair with different measurements. Rest assured that no returned pairs still in like-new condition will ever go to waste, and will be donated to Animal shelters, rabbit rescues, and vet clinics to help disadvantaged buns. Return shipping to be paid by buyer.
Because each pair of Sore Hock Socks is handmade to your pet’s exact specifications, please allow one week for construction before your order is shipped.
Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are made-to-order, and provide a soft, comfortable, flexible, breathable, hand-washable, and secure barrier between a rabbit’s sensitive hocks and the ground.
Almost all bun parents have encountered the problem of sore hocks, no matter how hard we try to prevent it with layer upon layer of soft material in our rabbits’ playpens, hutches, or on the ground. Characterized by red, raw, calloused, bald, or swollen feet near the bone on the underside of the foot, sore hocks can cause rabbits serious pain, and if left untreated, can lead to infection, high vet bills, or even death.
Using a pattern of my own design, I created Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks in an effort to eliminate this problem in my own rex mix rescue rabbit (a breed that is prone to sore hocks due to the thin layer of fur on the undersides of their feet), and created many prototypes before settling on the design you see. Lacking velcro, buttons, or bulky material that can cause them discomfort or tempt them to chew, Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are low-profile, flexible, and mimic the thickness and texture of your rabbit’s own fur.
Sore Hock Socks are bun-tested and approved, made of a non-toxic cotton blend or 100% bamboo, and can be left on for extended periods if monitored and hand-washed, when needed.
***PLEASE NOTE:
The available colors apply to two separate materials:
Colors 1-63 are a soft cotton blend, and colors 64-80 are 100% bamboo.
***ABOUT THE MATERIALS:
The cotton blend is soft and slightly stretchy, which is appropriate for buns who are highly active, binky frequently, and may be prone to chewing. It is extremely breathable and moisture-wicking, which is appropriate for hocks with existing injuries that need to have ointment applied or stay dry.
The 100% bamboo is very soft and plush, and provides a bit thicker, cushier barrier for buns who are elderly or more sedentary. Bamboo has more of a sheen to it than the cotton blend, and is less stretchy. It is also naturally cool to the touch, which can be helpful for buns who live in warmer climates or have thicker fur.
***REQUIRED ORDER INFORMATION:
To properly create your bun’s custom Sore Hock Socks, measurements of the circumference (in CM) of the leg both above the hock, and below the hock are needed. These are not one-size-fits all, and it is important that they fit snugly to ensure they stay securely on and provide the most comfort for your bun. Please provide this information in the form that appears when you add a pair to your cart.
***RETURN/EXCHANGE INFORMATION
If for any reason the Sore Hock Socks you order don’t fit your bun, I am more than happy to accept a return or exchange them for a new pair with different measurements. Rest assured that no returned pairs still in like-new condition will ever go to waste, and will be donated to Animal shelters, rabbit rescues, and vet clinics to help disadvantaged buns. Return shipping to be paid by buyer.
Because each pair of Sore Hock Socks is handmade to your pet’s exact specifications, please allow one week for construction before your order is shipped.
Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are made-to-order, and provide a soft, comfortable, flexible, breathable, hand-washable, and secure barrier between a rabbit’s sensitive hocks and the ground.
Almost all bun parents have encountered the problem of sore hocks, no matter how hard we try to prevent it with layer upon layer of soft material in our rabbits’ playpens, hutches, or on the ground. Characterized by red, raw, calloused, bald, or swollen feet near the bone on the underside of the foot, sore hocks can cause rabbits serious pain, and if left untreated, can lead to infection, high vet bills, or even death.
Using a pattern of my own design, I created Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks in an effort to eliminate this problem in my own rex mix rescue rabbit (a breed that is prone to sore hocks due to the thin layer of fur on the undersides of their feet), and created many prototypes before settling on the design you see. Lacking velcro, buttons, or bulky material that can cause them discomfort or tempt them to chew, Sirius’s Sore Hock Socks are low-profile, flexible, and mimic the thickness and texture of your rabbit’s own fur.
Sore Hock Socks are bun-tested and approved, made of a non-toxic cotton blend or 100% bamboo, and can be left on for extended periods if monitored and hand-washed, when needed.
***PLEASE NOTE:
The available colors apply to two separate materials:
Colors 1-63 are a soft cotton blend, and colors 64-80 are 100% bamboo.
***ABOUT THE MATERIALS:
The cotton blend is soft and slightly stretchy, which is appropriate for buns who are highly active, binky frequently, and may be prone to chewing. It is extremely breathable and moisture-wicking, which is appropriate for hocks with existing injuries that need to have ointment applied or stay dry.
The 100% bamboo is very soft and plush, and provides a bit thicker, cushier barrier for buns who are elderly or more sedentary. Bamboo has more of a sheen to it than the cotton blend, and is less stretchy. It is also naturally cool to the touch, which can be helpful for buns who live in warmer climates or have thicker fur.
***REQUIRED ORDER INFORMATION:
To properly create your bun’s custom Sore Hock Socks, measurements of the circumference (in CM) of the leg both above the hock, and below the hock are needed. These are not one-size-fits all, and it is important that they fit snugly to ensure they stay securely on and provide the most comfort for your bun. Please provide this information in the form that appears when you add a pair to your cart.
***RETURN/EXCHANGE INFORMATION
If for any reason the Sore Hock Socks you order don’t fit your bun, I am more than happy to accept a return or exchange them for a new pair with different measurements. Rest assured that no returned pairs still in like-new condition will ever go to waste, and will be donated to Animal shelters, rabbit rescues, and vet clinics to help disadvantaged buns. Return shipping to be paid by buyer.
Because each pair of Sore Hock Socks is handmade to your pet’s exact specifications, please allow one week for construction before your order is shipped.