Rabbit Health in the 21st Century: A Guide for Bunny Parents

by Kathryn R. Smith

This user-friendly book on pet rabbit health from a caretaker's perspective is written for people with little or no medical or veterinary background. Its goal is to help rabbit owners play a more active, informed role in their rabbit's health care decisions. It should never substitute for a trip to the veterinarian

The book's predecessor, "Rabbit Health 101," received a favorable review in "Exotic DVM" Veterinary Magazine. The revised edition incorporates feedback from veterinarians across the country and includes the latest information for the new millennium.

Topics include: Choosing and establishing a relationship with a veterinarian Symptoms and safe treatment options for a variety of conditions Diagnostic tests and how to understand what they tell your veterinarian Drugs (prescription, over the counter, and supplements) Alternative medicine Coping with loss Resources and references

Stories and pictures of rabbits from around the world are sprinkled throughout the book, adding personal touches to serious topics. By the time you have read the entire book you will feel that you know Smokey, who inspired the original "Rabbit Health 101," and Murray, who contributed so much to this most recent update.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference

218 pages, Paperback

First published June 28, 2003

Reviews

[Renske]

This book can be really useful for some rabbit owners, but not for all. Some advises are based on medication or other stuff only available in the U.S. and not in other countries (or only prescription)
And it gives advises for diseases I would never think of treating it myself, I would go to a vet. But I can say that easily, living somewhere with vets nearby.
And I was missing some advises for some more common diseases and problems.

[Meg Egitto]

This is a very excellent reference book about the latest findings in rabbit health. I highly recommend it even if you don't have a rabbit.

[Rebecca Wood]

Every rabbit owner needs this!