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Rabbits are interesting creatures that are popular pets - but do they feel pain?
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rabbits are often seen as cute and
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cuddly creatures but have you ever
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wondered if they feel pain like we
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do the answer is yes rabbits do feel
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pain as mammals rabbits have a nervous
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system similar to humans and other
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animals allowing them to experience
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physical Sensations including
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pain however rabbits are prey animals
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which means they have evolved to hide
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signs of pain or illness this Instinct
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helps them avoid appearing vulnerable to
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predators in the wild
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because of this it can be challenging
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for rabbit owners and veterinarians to
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recognize when a rabbit is in
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pain so how can we tell if a rabbit is
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experiencing discomfort there are
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several signs to look out for a rabbit
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in pain may become less active lose
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their appetite or show changes in their
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behavior they might grind their teeth
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hunch their body or become more
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aggressive some rabbits may also breathe
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more rapidly or show a reluctance to
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move understanding that rabbits feel
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pain is crucial for their proper care
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and Welfare as pets are in agricultural
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settings rabbits rely on humans to
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recognize and address their health
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needs ignoring signs of pain in rabbits
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can lead to serious health issues and
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decreased quality of life when a rabbit
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is in pain Veterinary Care is
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essential veterinarians can provide
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appropriate pain management which may
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include medications dietary changes or
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other treatments depending on the cause
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of the
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pain it's important to never give human
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pain medications to rabbits as these can
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be harmful or even
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fatal rabbits like all animals deserve
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to live free from unnecessary pain and
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suffering by recognizing that rabbits do
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feel pain and learning to identify the
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signs we can ensure better care and a
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higher quality of life for these gentle
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creatures remember if you suspect your
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rabbit is in pain always consult with a
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veterinarian experienced in treating
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rabbits
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#Rabbits & Rodents
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