Veterinary News & Pet Care Advice - Page 26

Bugs Bunny may have fooled us all into believing that Rabbits only eat carrots but in real life they require a much more varied diet.

Like horses, sheep and cows, rabbits are natural grazers and in the wild they spend much of the day munching on grass.  The constant nibbling on grass or hay keeps the rabbit busy and it's also great for their teeth. Wild rabbits would supplement their diet with dark green leafy weeds and small amounts of fruit and vegetables so it's a good idea to do the same with your pet Rabbits.

Here at Brentknoll Vets we've noticed that Rabbits are becoming an increasingly popular choice of pet, which is why they now have a whole week dedicated to caring for them and their needs.

At Brentknoll Vets in Worcester, we regularly see Rabbit owners who are confused about caring for their bunny as information about their care is never as well documented as it is for Cats and Dogs. So here's a guide to Rabbit care from Brenknoll....

There are many benefits to neutering for your Rabbit

It can help them live a longer, healthier life and neutering reduces the risk of cancer and urinary tract infections. Rabbits that are neutered often make better pets, especially for young children as they are often calmer and easier to handle once neutered. Caring for a neutered rabbit is usually easier as many can successfully be litter trained and have less of an urge to spray.

Protect your Rabbit today!

Rabbits are highly at risk of  contracting one of two possibly fatal infectious diseases: myxomatosis and viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) but don’t panic, the good news is that there are vaccinations to protect your rabbit against both diseases.

Grooming your rabbit is an important part of bunny ownership; it helps to keep their coat clean and free from tangles, and it helps your bunny get used to being handled whilst allowing you to give him/her regular checks for changes in their bodies and potential health problems.

Rabbits are generally clean animals and regularly groom themselves, but we still recommend that short haired rabbits are brushed twice weekly and long haired breed daily. We wouldn't recommend bathing your Rabbit but muddy feet and heavily soiled spots can be wiped with a damp cloth.

In the wild, rabbits have lots of space to hop around and it’s important that the accommodation you choose for your rabbit meets it's needs in order to keep him/her happy.  A pet Rabbit is reliant on you it's owner, to provide it with the mental and physical stimulation it requires.

Brentknoll Vets in Worcester are hosting their annual Family Fun Day & Dog Show in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind on Sunday 23rd August.

This years event will be held at the ever popular Worcester Woods Country Park, Wildwood Drive, Worcester, WR5 2LG.

Here at Brentknoll Veterinary Centre we are proud to be one of the only Veterinary Practices in Worcester offering Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Spays.

As pet owners ourselves, we know how important it is to keep our pets happy and healthy; however many pet owners worry that surgical procedures such as neutering will cause their pet pain and discomfort. Here at Brentknoll Vets we are proud to now offer Laparoscopic Spaying for bitches, a revolutionary procedure that reduces post-op pain and limits possible complications.

Weightloss is something we all battle with, but here's one fab pooch who proves it can be done... Here is "Patch's" weight loss story

Patch is a 6 year old cocker spaniel who has always been rather lazy. When he first came to Brentknoll at the beginning of his weight loss journey, he weighed over 21kg, several Kilos heavier than his recommended weight; this was a result of his high fat and high calorie diet. He also enjoyed a Pedigree Dentastick each evening before bed, those extra calories were taking their tole and his owners decided to make a change.
Patch's owners had been recommended hydrotherapy at Brentknoll and booked him in with Sharon to help him exercise and lose the unwanted Lbs.