Husbandry - Rabbits & Ferrets Flashcards by Elin H

Why is dental diseas common in rabbits?

Breed, Diet

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What diet are rabbits teeth + gut designed to deal with?

Low nutrient + High fibre

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How would a rabbit who is kept for meat’s deit differ to a pets?

Increased protein levels to enocurage rappid growth (no concern for long term health)

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Expected lifespan of pet rabbits

5-10 years (up to 18)

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When are farmed rabbits slaughtered?

8-12 weeks

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What should rabbits eat?

85% Grass + Hay, 10% Green plants + Herbs, 5% Pellets

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Water bowl or bottle for rabbits?

Study now show that rabbits are more likey to drink froma bowl vs a water bottle

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Would you house rabbits individually on in pairs?

Social, Most stable pairing = neutered buck + neutered doe

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What is the minimum measurement guidelines for outdoor enclosures for rabbits?

3m x 2m x 1m

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What should be included for rabbit ourdoor areas?

Enclosed hides, Shelter from direct sunlight + draughts, Access to grass + exercise

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What is the minimum measurement guidelines for indoor enclosures for rabbits?

3m x 2m x 1m

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How to ensure indoor enclosure for rabbits are safe when owner is not there?

Rabbit-proof wires, Plants are non-toxic, Can be trained: Catflap + Litter tray

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At what temperature are rabbits suseptible to heat stroke?

> 27

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What is the ideal temperature for rabbits?

Around 20

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How do rabbits thermoregulate?

Sweat glands on lips only + Panting ineffective

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Normal rabbit behavours

Social, burrowing animals, Territorial marking, Entire females ~aggressie, Dig, Chew, Explore, Crepuscular

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What is meant by bunkying?

Happy jumpy running behaviour response (like ferret dukies)

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What things could you use for enrichment in a rabbit enclosure?

Tunnels, Hides, Dig boxes, Variety of hay + forage, Scatter feeding, Companionship

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What vaccination can rabbits have?

Myxomatosis, Viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD)

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What must you check daily with rabbits?

Fly strike

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What are male ferretes called?

Hobs

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What are female ferretes called?

Jills

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What happens if an entire jill is not mated?

Stays in oestrus (induce ovulatorys), Lead to anaemia, Life-threatening

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What are the solutions when housing a jill?

Breeding pair, Jil with vasectomised hob, Ovariogysterectomy, Medication; Proligestone by IM at start of oestrus season & Deslorelin a GnRH depot implant well before breeding season

What is a downside of housing an entire jil with a vasectomised hob?

May get pseudopregnancy following mating can become territorial + aggressive

What are ferrets diet?

Obligate carnivores

What two ways can you feed a ferret?

Whole carcases with vitamin supplement if from frozen or A complete dry diet (like kibble)

Outside housing requirements for Ferrets

Secure, Good ventilation, Waterproof, No direct sunlight, Rasied off ground, Escape-proof, Provide nest box/tubes/hammocks

At what temperature do ferrets overheat?

>30

Indoor housing requirments for Ferrets

For when unsupervies, Ventilation, Escape-proof, Provide nest box/tubes/hammocks, Supervised when around house as destructive, Litter tray

What bedding can be used for ferrets?

Good quality hay/straw, Shredded paper/newspaper

How often should you clean laterines?

Once daily

Where does the ferret smell occur from?

Well-developed anal sacs + muscy oils from glands throughout skin

Can you 'de-scent' a ferret in the uk?

No - considered a mutilation

Why would anal-sac removal not alter day to day smell?

This is due to the glands still present in the skin

What soultions can you provide for the ferret smell?

Neuter/GnRH agonist infection, Feed an appropraite ferret diet, Bath less + Wash bedding mor

Ferret Behaviour

Sociable, Handle from early age, Love to play, Very inquisitive, Daily exercise (play/harness waks)

Enrichment for Ferrets

Tunnels, Hide food, Scattered feed, Occational treats (whole egg/raw bone)

what vaccinations can ferrets have?

Distemper (canine vaccinr), Rabies for overseas travel

What human ailment are ferrets susceptible to?

Cold/Flu virus

What breed of rabbit is this?

Dutch

What breed of rabbit is this?

English spot

What breed of rabbit is this?

Dwarf lop

What breed of rabbit is this?

English lop

What breed of rabbit is this?

Belgian hare

What breed of rabbit is this?

Lionhead

What breed of rabbit is this?

Angora

What breed of rabbit is this?

Netherland dwarf

What breed of rabbit is this?

Flemish giant

What breed of rabbit is this?

Rex

What breed of rabbit is this?

New Zealand White

From A + B, can you distinguish what gender this ferret is?

Hob - Male ferret intact

Label A + B, can you tell what gender of ferret this is?