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Rabbit Medicine and Surgery: Self-Assessment Color Review, Second Edition, Q&A 12 (view source)
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{{Student tip
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'''A client is keen to keep pet rabbits as to the ideal number and sex combination (see image).'''
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<FlashCard questions="3">
|q1= What advice would you give the client?
|a1= Rabbits are highly social animals; ideally they should always be kept with a companion. The most stable combination and best pair-bond is a neutered buck and a neutered doe, preferably purchased from the same litter so there is no issue of introduction. Two neutered does or neutered bucks may live together well, but the pairing is generally less stable and fighting may occur. Intact bucks invariably fight, often causing severe injuries, as can intact does. Same-sex pairs are most successful if they are litter mates. Where it is only possible to keep a single rabbit, the owner must be prepared to devote significant time to interacting with the rabbit and providing companionship.
|l1= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
|q2= How should unfamiliar rabbits be introduced to each other?
|a2= New rabbits should be introduced on neutral territory and monitored closely at all times. Hide boxes should be provided, preferably with one more than the number of rabbits present. For the first few days to weeks, rabbits should be physically separated within sight and scent of each other when unsupervised, as serious fighting may occur. Once the rabbits are ready to be fully introduced, any existing territory should be thoroughly cleaned and deodorized as completely as possible, and the rabbits returned there and again monitored closely.
|l2= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
|q3= Should rabbits be kept with guinea pigs?
|a3= It is not recommended to keep guinea pigs and rabbits together for the following reasons: • Rabbits can often bully guinea pigs and injure them by kicking or biting. If housed together, the guinea pig should have an escape area that only it can access to avoid this. • Both bucks and does may mount the guinea pig, causing it stress and possible injury. • Rabbits can carry Bordetella bronchiseptica in their nasal passages, which is non-pathogenic to the rabbit but potentially pathogenic to the guinea pig. • Guinea pigs have an absolute requirement for high levels of vitamin C and, if fed a rabbit pelleted diet, sufficient levels will not be provided. However, there are always exceptions to any rule and there are some rabbits and guinea pigs that appear to form a strong pair-bond. If kept together, size disparity should be kept to a minimum if possible.
|l3= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
</FlashCard>
To purchase the full text with your 20% off discount code, go to the [https://www.crcpress.com/9781498730792 CRC Press] Veterinary website.
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{{Student tip
|X = full of extremely relevant advice.}}
<br><br><br>
[[File: Rabbit_Medicine_and_Surgery_Q12.png|centre]]
<br>
'''A client is keen to keep pet rabbits as to the ideal number and sex combination (see image).'''
<br>
<br>
<FlashCard questions="3">
|q1= What advice would you give the client?
|a1= Rabbits are highly social animals; ideally they should always be kept with a companion. The most stable combination and best pair-bond is a neutered buck and a neutered doe, preferably purchased from the same litter so there is no issue of introduction. Two neutered does or neutered bucks may live together well, but the pairing is generally less stable and fighting may occur. Intact bucks invariably fight, often causing severe injuries, as can intact does. Same-sex pairs are most successful if they are litter mates. Where it is only possible to keep a single rabbit, the owner must be prepared to devote significant time to interacting with the rabbit and providing companionship.
|l1= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
|q2= How should unfamiliar rabbits be introduced to each other?
|a2= New rabbits should be introduced on neutral territory and monitored closely at all times. Hide boxes should be provided, preferably with one more than the number of rabbits present. For the first few days to weeks, rabbits should be physically separated within sight and scent of each other when unsupervised, as serious fighting may occur. Once the rabbits are ready to be fully introduced, any existing territory should be thoroughly cleaned and deodorized as completely as possible, and the rabbits returned there and again monitored closely.
|l2= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
|q3= Should rabbits be kept with guinea pigs?
|a3= It is not recommended to keep guinea pigs and rabbits together for the following reasons: • Rabbits can often bully guinea pigs and injure them by kicking or biting. If housed together, the guinea pig should have an escape area that only it can access to avoid this. • Both bucks and does may mount the guinea pig, causing it stress and possible injury. • Rabbits can carry Bordetella bronchiseptica in their nasal passages, which is non-pathogenic to the rabbit but potentially pathogenic to the guinea pig. • Guinea pigs have an absolute requirement for high levels of vitamin C and, if fed a rabbit pelleted diet, sufficient levels will not be provided. However, there are always exceptions to any rule and there are some rabbits and guinea pigs that appear to form a strong pair-bond. If kept together, size disparity should be kept to a minimum if possible.
|l3= Replace text with name and subsection of relevant WikiVet page if in existence eg. Feather - Anatomy & Physiology#Structure & Function
</FlashCard>
To purchase the full text with your 20% off discount code, go to the [https://www.crcpress.com/9781498730792 CRC Press] Veterinary website.
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