How severe is the current condition of the surviving rabbit?

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The surviving rabbit is severely underweight.

The trader accused of neglecting his pet rabbits faces charges for failing to provide adequate food and water, which led to the death of one rabbit and left the other severely underweight. The specific current health status or recovery progress of the surviving rabbit is not detailed in the provided information.
Negligence in Providing Food and Water

The accused, identified as 43-year-old trader Shairazi Jamal Hatun, was charged with negligence in the provision of food and water for his two rabbits. This failure in care is alleged to have occurred on June 9 last year at a petting zoo area in Kampung Kepayang.
Outcome of Neglect

As a direct consequence of the alleged neglect, one of the two rabbits died. The second rabbit survived but was found to be severely underweight, indicating a significant impact on its physical condition due to the lack of sustenance.
Legal Proceedings Underway

Shairazi pleaded not guilty to the charge at the Ipoh Sessions Court. The charge falls under Subsection 29(1)(d) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015, which carries potential penalties of a fine between RM20,000 and RM100,000, a maximum of three years' imprisonment, or both. The case has been scheduled for a mention on November 28 for document submission and to allow for the appointment of legal counsel.

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