Oakland Animal Services' transfer of rabbits to Carters pet stores through Stockton Animal Shelter raises concerns over inadequate adoption protocols and rabbit welfare, prompting a call for immediate action.
As companion rabbits live longer, the diagnosis of cardiac disease has become more common, influenced by factors such as age, genetics, concurrent diseases, and diet, affecting various parts of the heart including muscles, valves, and electrical conduction.
I need help," said the voice on the phone. "I want to keep Buster, but the only apartment I could find allows dogs but not rabbits. Can you find a home for him?"
Alternative therapies can be very useful in treating rabbits for many acute and chronic conditions. The modalities work best when utilized in combination with traditional veterinary therapies.