Gut under siege puts rabbits at risk

Rabbits may be common pets, but their digestive systems are anything but simple. Hindgut fermentation, caecotrophy, and sensitive microbiomes make GI problems a frequent emergency in practice. Dr Coetzee de Beer highlights why specialised knowledge, early intervention, and preventive nutrition are critical to saving lives, supporting gut health, and ensuring these delicate patients thrive in homes and clinics alike