

Rabbit Vets
FINDING A RABBIT-SAVVY VET
Not all veterinarians are rabbit savvy, so it's important to choose a vet that understands how to best care for rabbits. Rabbits are very different from dogs or cats and are considered to be exotic pets by vets. Most veterinary schools do not do extensive education on exotic pets, so it is up to the veterinarian to educate themself on “non-standard” animals they wish to treat.
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The right vet will know exactly how to prevent health issues for your rabbit and will also be able to detect any potential problems early. Having the right vet will prevent you from wasting your money on incorrect care or advice from veterinarians who don't know rabbits.
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When trying to find the right vet for your bunny, you can ask the vet these questions:
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Do you treat exotic animals? If so, what kind of experience do you have with pet rabbits?
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How often do you see rabbit patients?
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Do you primarily treat "stock" rabbits (raised for breeding, meat or 4-H) or pet rabbits?
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Knowing this will help you determine how your vet approaches rabbit care.
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Do you regularly spay/neuter rabbits?
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Have you ever had a pet rabbit?
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What kind of diet do you recommend for a rabbit?
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What kind of antibiotics would you prescribe for a sick rabbit?
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Amoxicillin, lincomycin, clindamycin and oral penicillin are all HARMFUL to rabbits
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OUR VETS
We wish to thank Dr. Merkley from the Foothills Veterinary Clinic in Cardston and Dr. Kari Grandoni and Dr. Teri White from the Peak Veterinary Hospital in Pincher Creek, for their great care of our bunnies and for their support of Archie's Angels Rabbit Rescue.
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Dr. Ryan Merkley
376 1st Ave West Cardston, AB
403-653-4424
*not taking new patients
Monday-Friday:
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Closed 12-1 for lunch
Saturday & Sunday:
Closed-Emergency Only
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Hours of Operation
Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm
Sunday Closed
(Closed for all statutory holidays)
LETHBRIDGE VETS
These vets will do a basic rabbit exam, and some will neuter/spay,
but are not necessarily available for emergency visits/surgeries.
Green Acres Animal Hospital
4631 - 24 Avenue S, Lethbridge
403-327-8660
MON-FRI: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SAT: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SUN: Closed
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Northside Veterinary Clinic
210 12th Street A North Lethbridge
403-327-3352
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday 8 am – 5 pm
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm
Closed on Sundays and Statutory Holidays
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Business Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm
Closed Saturday/Sunday