Small Animal Husbandry Flashcards
What’s the lifespan for domesticated rabbits
8-12 years
What can rabbit breeds be split into
Fancy
Lop
Normal fur
Rex
How many breeds are recognised in the UK
60
What are the minimum size of hutches for rabbits
6ft x 2ft x 2ft
What’s the minimum size for outdoor run for rabbits
8ft x 6ft x 3ft
What enrichment do rabbits need
Hay racks
Toys/tunnels/hideouts
Digging pit
What’s the min size of indoor rabbit housing
10ft x 6ft x 3ft
What do rabbits diet consist of
Hay/grass
Leafy green veg
Pellets/nuggets
Water
What are common health problems in rabbits
Dental disease
Snuffle/resp infection
GI stasis
Parasites
Fly strike
How long do guinea pigs live
4-8 years
What are common health problems in guinea pigs
Bumblefoot
Eye problems
Mange
Dental
Skin disease - ringworm
Urinary problem
Abscesses
Scurvy
What’s the lifespan of rats
2-3 years
What’s the min size cage for rats
50cm x 80cm x 50cm
What are common health problems in rats
Wheezing/sneezing/resp problems
Tumours
Obesity
Skin problems
How long do mice live for
1-2 years
What’s the min size of cage for mice
60 cm x 50cm x 30cm
