Dwarf Rabbits »

Monika Wegler is the author of several Pet Owner's Manuals, available from Barron's. She is also an internationally recognized photographer of domestic animals.

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Information and advice to help you take good care of your Dwarf Rabbit

The typical Dwarf Rabbit: its origins, physical traits, temperament, and more
Expert advice: feeding, health care, housing, and play activities
Understanding your Dwarf Rabbit: body language and its meaning

Step-by-step directions for everyday care

Informative and attractive sidebars and tip boxes

Filled with handsome full-color photos

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Children should be instructed on how to handle these delicate pets.

All About Dwarf Rabbits     4
Getting to Know Dwarf Rabbits     5
At a Glance: Anatomy and Senses     8
Expert-Tip: It Makes Sense to Help     11
A Little Information about Dwarf Rabbit Breeds     13
In portrait: Dwarf Rabbits     14
A Comfortable Home     8
How Nice It Can Be at Home     19
The Basics in the Rabbit House     20
Out of the Cage and Bound for Adventure!     23
At a Glance: An Adventure Playground     24
Excursions in the Yard     27
Expert-Tip: The Proper Balcony     29
Healthy Nutrition     30
The Right Way to Feed Your Dwarf Rabbits     31
Table: Recommended Greens and Succulent Foods Year-Round     33
Expert-Tip: Proper Feeding Made Easy     35
Table: About Food and Feeding     36
What Kind of Dry Food Is Healthy?     37
Care and Health     38
Cleanliness Prevents Disease     39
The Care that Dwarf Rabbits Need     40
Expert-Tip: Taking Care of Rabbits     43
When a Dwarf Rabbit Becomes a Patient     44
Treating Rabbits Properly     48
Getting Started in Rabbit Life     49
Stimulation for Activity and the Senses     54
Information: Behavior and Activity     54
Training and Housebreaking     56
Expert-Tip: Vacationing with Rabbits     57
Index     60
Resources     62
SOS-What to Do?     64