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Arthritis

Arthritis can affect rabbits as they get older, but it is often missed.

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Desexing

Everything you need to know about desexing your rabbit can be found here.

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Flystrike / Maggots

Flystrike (also known as Myiasis) is when flies lay their eggs on a rabbit's skin (usually around the bottom). The eggs quickly hatch and the maggots chew their way into the rabbit's skin. This can happen within hours and can very quickly become fatal.

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Sore Hocks / Ulcerative Pododermatitis

Have you ever noticed a pink spot on the soles of your rabbits feet? Pododermatitis, often called sore hocks, is a very common condition that affects rabbits.