[Willow]

I wanted to add, Ratfink was 3 years old when he died from his cancer. I have a friend in Maine who's male rabbit was 10 years old when he developed testicular cancer so it isn't an age factor. Young or old bucks (males) could develop the cancer. Just something to think about.

Also, mine are in a large outside hutch that my husband and I had built several years ago. Ratfink was a house bunny but he wouldn't potty trained. I had him in an indoor cage that had a pull out pan and I cleaned it every day. What made it easier was I lined it with a black garbage bag and then sprinkled litter on top of that. Ratfink was trained to walk on a harness and he had several hours a day to run around the house. He was very friendly and loved his chin to be rubbed.

Also, no matter what kind of small animal you have, rabbit, hamster, ferret, guinea pigs, etc...you should NEVER use pine or cedar beddings for them. The odor of these beddings can cause breathing problems and shorten the life of your pet.