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    I've heard that coffee grounds will deter rabbits - true?
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    I've heard many strong, natural spices, will deter rabbits. That includes coffee grounds.
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    Can rabbits carry rabies?
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    They can, although this is uncommon. Common symptoms of rabies include: lethargic or aggressive behavior, excessive salivating or slobbering, fever, blindness, difficulties swallowing, and loss of jaw mobility/slack jaw.
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    Can my dog get sick from eating rabbit droppings?
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    Yes, I have two dogs and they got very sick from eating rabbit droppings. They had to go on antibiotics and other medications, and one of them almost died. Do not let your dog eat rabbit droppings, and if it has, see a vet.
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    How do I fill in a rabbit hole?
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    Fill with large rocks and moth balls. You will most likely have to put a big rock over the hole until the rabbits get the idea they are not wanted and go elsewhere.
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    How do I keep rabbits from getting under the chalets?
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    Put lights underneath. Rabbits like to live in the dark where they can get a lot of sleep, so lights will deter them from living in that area.
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    What do rabbit droppings look like?
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    Little, round, dark brown or black pellets similar to small beads.
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    If a rabbit has eaten a chipmunk, is that a sign that it has a disease?
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    It could be, since rabbits are herbivores and shouldn't eat animals. Or it could have eaten the chipmunk out of desperation due to having an inadequate diet.
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