This retrospective study evaluated the sensitivity and clinical importance of liver parameters (alanine aminotransferase [ALT], alkaline phosphatase [AP], aspartate aminotransferase [AST], glutamate dehydrogenase [GLDH], γ-glutamyltransferase [GGT], glucose, albumin, total protein, bilirubin, and...

Introduction: Obesity reduces both the longevity and the quality of life of pet animals. For pet rabbits, there is a dearth of research focusing on obesity. This paper provides an overview of the available information on obesity in rabbits and discusses approaches to its prevention and treatment....

A history of anorexia is one of the most common clinical presentations in the pet rabbit. The domestic rabbit still has the physiology and behaviour of a prey species and will respond to stress or pain with the same instincts as its wild ancestors. Anorexia is not a disease in itself but can be...

Steroid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (SONFH) is a condition documented in humans and animals exposed to chronic steroid administration. The rabbit has become a preferred animal model for investigating the pathogenesis and treatment of SONFH due to its shared femoral vascular anatomy...

Pregnant rabbits are a common nonrodent model for reproductive safety evaluation in preclinical drug development. During reproductive toxicology studies, rabbits are prone to decreased food consumption and anorexia. When persistent or severe, this condition can lead to hepatic lipidosis and...

Rabbits are herbivores with teeth and a gastrointestinal system adapted for a high-fibre, low-nutrient diet. Providing an appropriate diet, based on grass or grass hay supplemented with vegetables and only small amounts of concentrates, is important for tooth health, gut function and maintenance of ...

Anorexia in rabbits is a frequent reason for consultation encountered in veterinary practice. It is the first symptom detected by the owners. This clinical sign can have diverse and complex causes, which should be determined quickly to order to stabilise the animal. In the first instance, the...

Rabbits are herbivores with teeth and a gastrointestinal system adapted for a high-fibre, low-nutrient diet. Providing an appropriate diet, based on grass or grass hay supplemented with vegetables and only small amounts of concentrates, is important for tooth health, gut function and maintenance of ...