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- 06/02/2022 at 2:43 PM
  henry2809
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  Hey everyone! I have two lionhead rabbits that are 100% indoor and free roam in separate rooms. It is super hot and humid where I live right now (91 degrees with 95% humidity). We keep the AC at about 74-75 degrees inside and they both have ceiling fans in their rooms and 24/7 access to fresh water. Should I be concerned about them having problems with the heat and humidity this summer, or should they be completely fine since they are housed indoors, despite the heat outside? Thanks in advance!
- 06/02/2022 at 3:20 PM
  Wick & Fable
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  If housed indoors with reliable (and accurate) central air/AC running, it should be fine. If they are unable to escape sunlight shining through windows or something, please give them access to shaded areas as the temperature in direct sunlight can definitely be too hot.
  
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  - 06/03/2022 at 4:09 PM
    henry2809
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    That’s what I thought, thank you! Is fly strike a concern in indoor rabbits? I have seen a few flies in the house recently which is making me very worried. I found some pieces of his fur on the ground today like he was scratching and there is some dusty/dandruff looking substance in it. This would not be fly strike, would it?
  - 06/04/2022 at 5:28 AM
    Wick & Fable
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    As long as you’re cleaning the litterbox at an appropriate frequency and keeping things dry, including your rabbits, no.
    
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- 06/04/2022 at 7:12 PM
  LBJ10
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  Yes, flystrike is only a concern if the conditions are wet and unsanitary.
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