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Overweight and Underweight Rabbits

September 13, 2022January 30, 2013 by HRS Team

OVERWEIGHT RABBITS Slim and sleek. This is veterinarian and author Dr. Susan Brown’s description of what a healthy rabbit looks …

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Tags anorexia, diet, exercise, hay, liver, obesity, pain, pellets, straw, teeth, treats, ttouch

The Perils of Bunny Obesity

September 15, 2022January 15, 2012 by HRS Team

There are important reasons why you must not give in to your rabbit’s adorable begging. Once a rabbit becomes overweight …

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Tags bunny care basics, cecotropes, diet, hay, health, obesity, our work, pellets, treats

Treat Foods

September 14, 2022July 10, 2011 by HRS Team

That cute little whiskered face is so hard to ignore, especially when your bun sits up and looks so deserving …

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Tags diet, FAQ, obesity, pellets, treats

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