<|system|>
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<|user|>
I was wondering if anyone has ever researched the effects of pain on small animals like rabbits?
<|assistant|>
Yes, studies on pain in small animals such as rabbits have been done. Pain is known to reduce their quality of life and affect their behaviour. For instance, research has found that rabbits in pain have reduced activity, reduced feeding and reduced nesting behaviour. Furthermore, they are also more likely to be anxious, fearful or restless, or to display abnormal responses to stimuli. These results suggest that painful medical procedures for rabbits should be performed with caution and with appropriate analgesics or anesthetics.