As
they always said “prevention is better than cure”. Being a responsible rabbit owner means to know
the different rabbit’s
diseases and preventions. I hate to say this but if you’re a real
rabbit lover then you should have knowledge of precautions about
something might go wrong to your rabbit. Health issue is a serious matter that
if you don’t take it on the right way it may be too late for your rabbit. I
point out below some of important things to consider for your rabbit’s health
and protection against illnesses.
1. Regular cleaning cage or hutch cleaning. Keep the litter box clean
and free from any unnecessary objects like dust, waste and urine. Parasites and
bacteria will occur that cause diseases.
2. Daily activity and exercise for rabbit. Let them feel the air and sunlight
outside for a while if they look slothful and stubborn.
3. Provide a well-ventilated system when housing your rabbit.
4. Avoid overcrowding to prevent spread of disease and infections.
5. Behavioral problems like a jumpy and chewy rabbit should be
treated immediately.
6. Protect your rabbits against extreme weather conditions.
7. Don’t feed them everything, cause of diarrhea is due to sudden
change of diet. Overfeeding of leafy green vegetables can cause diarrhea too, and
too many pellets or sugary fruits can lead to other health problems.
8. Keep the cage free from crawling insects or animals. Their waste
and urine might contaminate the food and cause disease or allergy.
9. Keep feeding materials free from any dirt and molds. Avoid using
heavy bowls, can, and crocks that easily became unsanitary. Strictly use
feeding utilities for a single rabbit only.
10.
House pets and other animals may carry disease, be careful of
letting your rabbits exposed with them.
11.
Don’t attempt to mate your rabbit when it’s not in good condition.
12.
Beware of bringing or borrowing rabbits for any purposes, they
might have diseases that can spread in your rabbitry.
13. Provide an emergency first aid kit for your rabbit.
14. If rabbit shows sign of illness, isolate them from the herds with
its own feeding materials.
15. Finally, immediately bring your rabbit to your trusted vets if the
illness is beyond your knowledge and capabilities.
I always keep these guidelines whenever I make a
routine check around my rabbitry. I always taking notes those things which need
improvement that will make me manage the rabbitry at ease.
