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spot checks for proper weight

More spot-checks for proper weight

Photo credit: Pinterest How often do you have your hands on your animal? Without going to check, can you describe how their bones feel under their skin?  OK, now actually go over there and put your hand right along the spine, where the back legs fit into the hip joints.  Do the bones under the skin feel … Continue Reading

lose that excess weight slowly

Rumps are meant to romp!

 Your rabbit or guinea pig may not posing in front of the mirror, turning this way and that, assessing the need for more Pilates.  But…you do need to keep an eye on their weight. (You may want to go back and take a look at “Does your rabbit have a muffin top”). Rabbits are athletes, and … Continue Reading

elderbuns the bum

Elderbuns: the bum

Older rabbits aren’t as flexible.  They’ve got tired bones and things just aren’t as bendy as they used to be.  This means it is harder for them to reach those private parts and keep everything nice and tidy.  You may notice the dreaded streaks on your floor, or even a less than flowery odor.  The … Continue Reading

Elderbuns part 2

Elderbuns and arthritis, pt. 2

photo credit: bunnyapproved.com using doll bed from Ikea Today we continue talking about how to help our Elderbuns.  Did you miss the first part of our info on arthritis?  No problem, it is right here. Many of our older animals deal with arthritis, general stiffness and soreness, aches and pains, and some chronic inflammation – just like … Continue Reading

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