Image by Esi Grünhagen from Pixabay To keep your bunny healthy: · Neuter your bunny - unneutered females are at high risk of developing womb cancer, and unneutered bunnies are more likely to fight. Neuter them, unless you intend to breed them. · Provide the right food - this should mainly be hay or grass. This will help prevent dental and gut disease. Check your bunnies every day to check if they are passing plenty of dry droppings. If their eating or drinking habits change, or the quantity of droppings reduces or stops, check in with your vet immediately - they could be seriously ill. · Checking for signs of illness or injury every day, including if you go away. . Their front teeth and nails checked at least weekly - these grow quickly. Only vets should correct overgrown or misaligned teeth. · Veterinary check-ups, at least annually - including treatment for external and internal parasites such as fleas and worms. · Vaccinating against myxomatosis and Viral Hemorrhagic Disease (VHD), as advised by your vet. · Keeping away from wild rabbits and areas where wild rabbits live - they can carry diseases. · Well-maintained coats - groom them regularly. · To be identifiable and ideally microchipped, so they can get quickly treated if they're injured or returned if they get lost. Website: hugalovepetsitting.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 970-444-2242
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