2024 Midwest BunFest Special Interest Sessions
10:45 - 11:10
Administering Meds at Home
Presented by: Emily Fagundo, DVM, MedVet Hilliard
Have you ever been faced with the task of caring for your bunny after he or she comes home from the vet? Techniques and tips for giving oral meds, fluids, and shots will be shared.
Presented by: Emily Fagundo, DVM, MedVet Hilliard
Have you ever been faced with the task of caring for your bunny after he or she comes home from the vet? Techniques and tips for giving oral meds, fluids, and shots will be shared.
11:15 - 11:40
Trauma, Grief and Compassion Fatigue
Presented by: Lauren Keller, Snickerdoodles’ Rabbit Rescue and Pet Loss Support
Many households regard their pet as a valued family member. This session will explore symptoms of grief, end of life decisions, and resources for bunny caregivers experiencing compassion fatigue.
Presented by: Lauren Keller, Snickerdoodles’ Rabbit Rescue and Pet Loss Support
Many households regard their pet as a valued family member. This session will explore symptoms of grief, end of life decisions, and resources for bunny caregivers experiencing compassion fatigue.
11:45 - 12:10
To Bond or Not to Bond? An Overwhelming Question!
Kim Banks, Ohio House Rabbit Rescue, Adoption and Bonding Specialist
Thinking about bonding? Not sure? This session is NOT about the bonding process itself but is about several factors that need to be carefully considered in order to determine if, and when, adding bunny number two is right for your family.
Kim Banks, Ohio House Rabbit Rescue, Adoption and Bonding Specialist
Thinking about bonding? Not sure? This session is NOT about the bonding process itself but is about several factors that need to be carefully considered in order to determine if, and when, adding bunny number two is right for your family.
12:15 - 12:30
Pet Insurance: Materials, Questions and Answers
Presented by: Tracy Wiczer, OHRR
Having pet insurance is a great way to defray vet costs. Nationwide and MetLife have pet policies that you should know about.
Presented by: Tracy Wiczer, OHRR
Having pet insurance is a great way to defray vet costs. Nationwide and MetLife have pet policies that you should know about.
12:30 – 1:30
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1:30 - 1:55
What is Hay?
Presented by: Daniel C. Brenner, Hay Farmer and Educator
This session will cover the definitions and varieties of hay, and how hay is grown and harvested, including different cuttings of hay (1st, 2nd, and 3rd). Guidelines for identifying good hay for bunnies are included. Questions from bunny owners will be welcomed, time permitting.
Presented by: Daniel C. Brenner, Hay Farmer and Educator
This session will cover the definitions and varieties of hay, and how hay is grown and harvested, including different cuttings of hay (1st, 2nd, and 3rd). Guidelines for identifying good hay for bunnies are included. Questions from bunny owners will be welcomed, time permitting.
2:00 - 2:25
Caring for Special Needs Rabbits
Presented by: Lisa Edwards, Bunny Mom, and Dr. Susan Borders, DVM, Animal Hospital of Pataskala
This presentation will discuss the challenges and many rewards of caring for bunnies with physical and/or emotional disabilities.
Presented by: Lisa Edwards, Bunny Mom, and Dr. Susan Borders, DVM, Animal Hospital of Pataskala
This presentation will discuss the challenges and many rewards of caring for bunnies with physical and/or emotional disabilities.