Why should you never give a rabbit or guinea pig leftover antibiotics from another pet?

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  1. Some can wreck their gut bacteria and kill them
  2. They taste too bitter for them
  3. They only work on dogs and cats

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References

  1. Illness of Rabbits, Merck Veterinary Manual www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets/rabbits/illness-of-rabbits Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Common Health Problems of Guinea Pigs, Merck Veterinary Manual www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets/guinea-pigs/common-health-problems-of-guinea-pigs Checked 2026-10-11.

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