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How are digestive systems of rabbits and horses that are classified as nonruminants able to use roughage in their diet?
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The main bulk of a rabbit's diet is composed of roughage. Since it is difficult to digest, the rabbits handles them by passing two types of stools which are soft black viscous pellets and hard droppings. On the other hand, horses can nibble their food, take a rest, and then go back to it again.
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What does it mean when a rabbits poop is too small?
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Can rabbits eat marrow?
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Are rabbits scavengers?
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Will rabbits eat bread?
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Can you eat a ferret?
It is illegal to eat any animal that is classified as a pet such as ferrets, cats, dogs, horses, and some species of rabbits.
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Because - just like any other animal - their bodies need to convert the food they eat into energy !
Can a bunny eat a hamburger?
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