Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 19, Issue 1 , Pages 22-35 , January 2010

Standards of Care in the 21st Century: The Rabbit

  • Peter G. Fisher, DVM

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Peter G. Fisher, DVM, Pet Care Veterinary Hospital, 5201-A Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

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PII: S1557-5063(10)00005-4

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2010.01.004

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 19, Issue 1 , Pages 22-35 , January 2010

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