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Global warming or an increase in the average temperature of the earth's atmosphere (especially a sustained increase that causes climatic changes) is no longer an alien concept and the brunt of the same is already being felt at many parts of the globe. Hence, it is opportune to take care of your pet rabbit more. The rabbit must be kept in cool places so that it can remain healthy; summer is, indeed, precarious for animals. A pet bunny’s surroundings is controlled solely by the owner, as a result your bunny counts on you to make sure they don’t get overheated.

What should be the most suitable temperature? As per exerts, rabbits do really well in cool temperature and hence, the temperature must remain around 55 degrees Fahrenheit. This has also been suggested by scores of researchers since the physical structure of a rabbit is different. Moreover, owing to this reality, the composition doesn’t let it pant a lot to simmer down.

Well, you can be in a better position if the pet rabbit has long ears. This distinct feature makes it have an edge over others since ears do act as a sort of cooling mechanism. There have been numerous incidents that prove overheating in rabbits is perilous and it can lead to deaths as well.

How can you determine the rabbit is suffering due to heat? For this reason, you have to keep an eye on the rabbit and see whether it is breathing heavily or simply trying to gasp for air. These are good indicators for the owner to ascertain the danger. If you ever come across these symptoms, it’s the time to act rapidly. Take the rabbit to a cooler area or room without fail and try to mist it with water and wrap it in a damp towel after that.

What can be done if there is no improvement? It ought to be given cool (not cold) water and sprinkle it over the whole body except head. However, if there is no development even after this, a veterinarian (well-versed with rabbits) seems to be the only option.

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My daughter and I are raising rabbits for the first time this year. And keeping the buns cool was my main concern. We have close to a dozen 2 liter bottles and a couple dozen 20 oz. bottles frozen for the heat and humidity we have in Missouri.

Thanks so much