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ANIMAL HUSBANDRY - Rabbits Flashcards

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What taxonomic order are rabbits included in?

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Taxonomic order Lagomorpha

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Rabbits are crepuscular animals. What does this mean?

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Crepuscular animals are active during twilight

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What is the lifespan of a rabbit?

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Rabbits can live between five to twelve years old

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What is the reference range for a rabbit’s temperature?

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Temperature: 38.5-40°C

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What is the reference range for a rabbit’s heartbeat?

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Heatbeat: 180-300 bpm

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What is the reference range for a rabbit’s respiratory rate?

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Respiratory rate: 30-60 per min

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When a rabbit is stressed, what is the average respiratory rate?

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When a rabbit is stressed, their respiratory rate can reach above 100 per min

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What is the lagomorph (rabbit) dental formula?

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2-0-3-3 / 1-0-2-3

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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Lop rabbit

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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Lionhead rabbit

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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Netherland dwarf

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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English rabbit

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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Dutch rabbit

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Identify this breed of rabbit

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Giant rabbit

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What are one of the main health issues Lop rabbits are prone to due to their breed?

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Lop rabbits are prone to ear disease due to their large floppy ears leading to a lack of ventilation as well as providing a dark, moist space for bacteria to habituate

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What are one of the main health issues Netherland dwarf rabbits are prone to due to their breed?

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Netherland dwarf rabbits are prone to congenital dental disease

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What are one of the main health issues Giant rabbits are prone to due to their breed?

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Giant rabbits have a very fragile lumbar skeleton due to their size

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What is the most important component of a rabbit’s diet?

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Fibre

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What percentage of a rabbit’s diet should be made up of fibre?

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20-25% of a rabbit’s diet should be made up of fibre

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What percentage of an adult rabbit’s diet should be made up of protein?

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12-16% of an adult rabbit’s diet should be made up of protein

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What percentage of a young or lactating rabbit’s diet should be made up of protein?

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19% of a young or lactating rabbit’s diet should be made up of protein

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What percentage of a rabbit’s diet should be made up of fats?

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2-3% of a rabbit’s diet should be made up of fats

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What are the two types of fibre required in a rabbit’s diet?

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Indigestible fibres (long fibres)
Digestible fibres (short fibres)

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What are the two main components of indigestible fibres (long fibres)?

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Lignin
Cellulose

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What are the three main components of digestible fibres (short fibres)?
Cellulose Hemicellulose Pectin
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Why are indigestible fibres (long fibres) such an important aspect of a rabbit's diet?
Indigestible fibres (long fibres) promote gut health and provide optimal dental wear
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Why are digestible fibres (short fibres) such an important aspect of a rabbit's diet?
Digestible fibres (short fibres) promote caecal fermentation and provide nutrients
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What are the three main components of a rabbit's diet (i.e. what should you feed a rabbit)?
Hay/grass Pelleted food Leafy greens
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Which two types of hay are best to feed to pet rabbits?
Timothy hay Meadow hay
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Why is it not advisable to feed pet rabbits alfalfa hay?
Alfalfa hay has a high calcium percentage and in the long term can lead to urinary sedimentation and overloading of the kidneys
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What are the three types of concentrates that are fed to pet rabbits?
Cereal mix Pellet food Extruded food
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Why should cereal mix be avoided when feeding rabbits?
Cereal mix concentrates lead to selective feeding and an unbalanced diet
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Why is extruded food the best form of concentrates to be fed to rabbits?
Extruded food contained both indigestible (long) and digestible (short) fibres which are more palatable to rabbits
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What should be fed to rabbits at weaning age (3 weeks old)?
Rabbits at weaning age should predominantly consume rabbit milk however hay and water can also be offered at three weeks of age
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How should a young rabbit diet be modified in comparison to an adult rabbit diet?
A young rabbit should have a higher protein and calcium content in their diet compared to adult rabbits
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At what age can leafy greens be gradually introduced to a rabbit's diet?
Leafy greens can be gradually introduced at six weeks of age
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What is the main consequence of introducing leafy greens too quickly or too early in a rabbit's diet?
Introducing leafy greens too quickly or too early can cause the rabbit to enter dysbiosis (disruption of the microbiome)
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How should a senior rabbit (5+) diet be modified in comparison to an adult rabbit diet?
A senior rabbit should have reduced energy and protein intake compared to an adult rabbit
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Which two supplements are beneficial to include in a senior rabbit diet and why?
Probiotics (promote gut health) Glucosamine (promote joint health)
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What are the three minimal requirements for a suitable rabbit hutch?
1. Rabbit should be able to lie down and stretch out comfortably in all directions 2. Rabbit should be able to stand tall without their ears touching the roof 3. Rabbit should be able to take three hops from one end to another
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What is the optimal temperature range for a rabbit?
15 - 21°C
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Why should rabbits never be housed alone?
Rabbits are social animals that suffer from stress associated with social isolation
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Which two small mammals should rabbits not be housed with?
Guinea pigs Ferrets
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(T/F) Rabbits cannot be housed with cats and dogs
FALSE. Rabbits can be housed with cats and dogs under the appropriate circumstances
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How often should rabbits have routine health checks with a veterinarian?
Every six months
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Which two diseases are vaccinated against in rabbits?
Myxomatosis Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD)
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Which virus causes myxomatosis?
Myxoma virus
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What is the mortality rate of Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD) type 1?
100% mortality
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At what age can rabbits receive their first myxo/vhd1-2 vaccination?
At five weeks of age
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How often should rabbits receive a myxo/vhd1-2 booster?
Rabbits should receive a myxo/vhd1-2 booster annually
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What are the six main benefits of neutering rabbits?
Allows for companionship Prevents uterine adenocarcinoma Prevents testicular tumours Prevents pseudopregnancy Reduces aggression Reduces spraying
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At what age can rabbits be neutered?
Rabbits can be neutered from 4-6 months of age
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Which four factors should you observe when subjectively observing a rabbit?
Behaviour Demeanour Respiratory rate Mobility
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Which six features of the head should you assess during a rabbit clinical examination?
Facial symmetry Eyes Lacrimal ducts Ears Incisors Cheek teeth
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Why is it so important to assess the lacrimal ducts of rabbits?
Rabbits have delicate lacrimal ducts which can become blocked, resulting in eye infections
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Which muscles are used for intramuscular (IM) injections in rabbits?
Lumbar muscles Quadriceps muscle
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What is the best vein to use for intravenous injection (IV) and venepuncture in rabbits?
Lateral saphenous vein
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Which three other veins can be used for intravenous injection (IV) and venepuncture in rabbits?
Jugular vein Cephalic vein Marginal ear vein
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Why is it recommended to use Emla cream before injecting rabbits?
Rabbits are particularly sensitive to injections and the Emla cream will numb the skin and reduce pain to make the process more comfortable for them
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What is the most common parasite seen in rabbits?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi
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How is Encephalitozoon cuniculi transmitted?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi is transmitted through ingestion or inhalation
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Which prophylactic treatment can be adminstered to prevent Encephalitozoon cuniculi infection?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi can be prevented with fenbendazole administration for 9 days every 6 months
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How should Encephalitozoon cuniculi be treated in rabbits?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi is treated with a 28 day course of fenbendazole
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List four examples of pathologies that result from poor rabbit husbandry
Fur and ear mites Myiasis Urine scalding Pododermatitis
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Which species of mite can cause superficial fur mites in rabbits?
Cheyletiella parasitovorax
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What are the clinical signs of a Cheyletiella parasitovorax infestation?
Scaling and superficial dermatitis on the dorsum of the rabbit
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Which species of mite can cause superficial ear mites in rabbits?
Psoroptes cuniculi
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What are the clinical signs of a Psoroptes cuniculi infestation?
Crusts on the external ear canal and pinna
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Which two ectoparasiticide drugs can be used to treat ear and fur mites in rabbits?
Ivermectin Selemectin
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Which five factors can increase the risk of myiasis in rabbits?
Urine scalding Caecotroph accumulation Infection Obesity Poor hygeine
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What is urine scalding?
Urine scalding is the inflammtion of the perineum and thighs due to contact with urine
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What are the five possible causes of urine scalding in rabbits?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi infection Renal disease Arthritis Obesity Pain
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How can an Encephalitozoon cuniculi infection cause urine scalding?
Encephalitozoon cuniculi infection can cause polyuria
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Which three factors can increase the risk of pododermatitis in rabbits?
Hard flooring Poor hygeine Excessive thumping due to stress
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What can be used to treat a mild pododermatitis in rabbits?
Sudocrem
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List three examples of pathologies that result from poor rabbit diet
Obesity Gut stasis Dental disease
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Which three diseases are obsese rabbits predisposed to?
Arthritis Hepatic lipidosis Pregnancy toxaemia
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What is gut stasis?
Gut stasis is the reduced motility of the gastrointestinal tract
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What are the two classifications of gut stasis?
Non-obstructive stasis Obstructive stasis
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What are the four possible causes of non-obstructive stasis?
Pain Stress Poor diet Sudden change in diet
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Whar are the three possible causes of obstructive stasis?
Impacted stomach Impacted caecum Partial or complete intestinal obstruction
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What are the five clinical signs of gut stasis?
Decreased appetite Anorexia Decreased faecal output Lethargy Abdominal pain
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What are the five clinical signs of dental disease in rabbits?
Elongated incisors Spikes on cheek teeth Anorexia Weight loss Decreased faecal output

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