What You Will Learn About The Bunny Belly

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course you will…

• • Be able to identify and explain the function of the different parts of the rabbit gastrointestinal system and what it means to be a “hindgut fermenter.”
  • Know what a rabbit’s diet should look like.
  • Identify normal versus abnormal rabbit droppings, and explain why it is important to know which is which.
  • Be aware of the warning signs of RGIS (rabbit gastrointestinal syndrome) and its common causes.
  • Correctly identify the subtle ways rabbits express discomfort and pain.
  • Learn ways to minimize the risk of gastric upset in rabbits through proper husbandry.