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Gut Stasis

19/11/2021 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbits - neutering - advice from Heathfield vets

Gut or gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits is a condition where peristaltic movement (constriction and relaxation) of the gut reduces or completely stops. Bad bacteria can then build up in the gut and this makes the suffering rabbit more reluctant to eat, making the condition worse. In addition, food … [Read more...] about Gut Stasis

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, gastrointestinal, gut stasis, rabbit, rabbit disease

Grooming

03/12/2020 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbits - neutering - advice from Heathfield vets

Rabbits require regular grooming to keep their coat in a good condition and reduce the risk of matting, skin problems and fly strike. As with cats, rabbits can get hairballs if they ingest too much hair. This can be reduced by removing dead hair by grooming. Lastly, regular grooming will help keep … [Read more...] about Grooming

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Nutrition

26/11/2020 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbit advice centre

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Guide to Pet Insurance

28/06/2018 By Heathfield Vets

Did you know that you are more likely to claim on your pet insurance than on your car or home insurance? And yet only 30% of dogs and 16% of cats in the UK are insured[1]. So if you are on the fence about insurance, ask yourself: How would I cope with an unexpected vet bill? The average claim … [Read more...] about Guide to Pet Insurance

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