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Can a person who is not a rabbit savvy vet give out information? It is, indeed, quite difficult for many to swallow this idea but there is no doubt that long and strong experiences of years rule the show. What is more, at times, it can match even high educational qualifications. We can, for this reason, take the help of seasoned rabbit owners and breeders whenever it is necessary. Take for instance, you became rabbit owner a few days back and are desirous to start the new life. How can you do that? Try to get hold of books on rabbit cares and keep those in your personal library from the very beginning. You can also make an extensive research in the Internet on this very subject. Remember that these are necessary since rabbit savvy vets are not easily available.

In any such book, you should focus on sections on husbandry and nutrition simply. These are easy to read and are full of useful information. Apart from this, these books enable you to learn of the first aids (in case of any eventuality) and also to discuss with the concerned veterinarian in a more confident tone. This causes better diagnosis and treatment of your rabbits.

What are the common diseases of rabbits? There are, if truth be told, many. The first and foremost of them is Pasteurella (snuffles) and the four common ways that pasteurella can cause disease are sneezing, weepy eyes, abscesses, head tilt (wry-neck). Other diseases include gastrointestinal disorders like diarrhea and motility disorders, sore hock, skin problems.

It may also happen that one day you come across the doe having a blowout of watery feces (or cecal matter) mixed with mucous and tinged with blood. The condition, without a shred of doubt, is serious and stands for diarrhea. What can you do in this situation? Either you have to take it to the nearby veterinary medical institution without delay or have to call for the doctor in the residence. However, in any case, the aforesaid books or information will prove (to be) of immense values.