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Pain in rabbits
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Pain in rabbits
- Author: Joanna Hedley
- From: BSAVA Guide to Pain Management in Small Animal Practice
- Item: Chapter 7i, pp 169 - 173
- DOI: 10.22233/9781910443453.7i
- Copyright: © 2019 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
- Publication Date: March 2019
Abstract
Despite a marked increase in the number of pet rabbits kept in the UK, our ability to interpret the behaviour of this prey species is still lacking. This chapter provides guidance on recognizing and treating pain in rabbits. Case examples: Reduced gastrointestinal motility (gut stasis); Fractured limb; Dental abscess.
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The Rabbit Grimace Scale scores five changes in facial expression (cheek flattening, orbital tightening, nose shape, whisker position, ear position). Compare (a) this rabbit in pain with (b) the same rabbit following analgesia. © 2019 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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The Rabbit Grimace Scale scores five changes in facial expression (cheek flattening, orbital tightening, nose shape, whisker position, ear position). Compare (a) this rabbit in pain with (b) the same rabbit following analgesia.
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This rabbit shows signs of severe abdominal pain as shown by the hunched posture and abdomen pressed to the floor. © 2019 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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This rabbit shows signs of severe abdominal pain as shown by the hunched posture and abdomen pressed to the floor.