Care of Rabbits
Rabbits have been raised by man for many centuries, both as companions and as a food source. The number of breeds designed specifically for companionship is diverse and growing. Hop into this category to explore the wonderful world of pet rabbits.
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The only sure way to know if a rabbit is male or female is to examine the genitalia. Unless you are very familiar with rabbits,...
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Most fruits and vegetables shouldn't be offered to rabbits until they're 6 or 7 months old. The exception is dark-coloured,...
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If your rabbit is biting and shaking her cage bars, that means she is bored and wants out. Rabbits need time outside their cage...
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If your rabbit is acting like that i would take her to the vet. If she's freaking out every time she lays down, that could be a...
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A happy rabbit will make clicking noises "kip-kip-kip-kip". A mad rabbit will growl "Mmmmmmmrrrrrrmmmmrrrrrr" They also make...
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Gastric Dilation (aka "bloat") is sometimes confused with Gastro-Intestinal Stasis (aka GI stasis, ileus) or simple/uncomplicated...
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Would you go blind if left in the dark for too long? The answer is no. Actually, yes. So can humans. It must me total darkness...
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No, you can not wash your rabbit in Dawn dish soap, or any dish soap or laundry soap, or even most body soaps and shampoos --...
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Yes, brussels sprouts are quite nutritious for rabbits in moderation (also hamsters, guinea pigs, humans, etc.) -- especially the...
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The only way to tell if a rabbit is male or female is by examining the genitalia, but if your rabbit struggles, or if you aren't...
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No, baking soda is not safe for rabbits! Baking soda can lead to serious illness (e.g. respiratory problems and gastric problems...
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A "buzzing" sound in a rabbit probably means the rabbit is content -- usually, this sound will be made when you're petting the...
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Rabbits can eat cabbage leaves, but too much is unhealthy for them.White and light-coloured cabbages should be avoided entirely...
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Wild rabbits typically do not do well when caged or in any way kept as a pet, just like any other wild animal. Domestic rabbits...
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One answer: Every rabbit over the age of 4 months should have it's own cage. The reason being that rabbits are very territorial....
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Normally to show each other that this is my space and i own you.
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No, rabbits can't eat wheat bread. Wheat is not recommended for rabbits. Wheat is not a regular part of wild rabbit's diet, and a...
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You will be able to see most worms in the stool or on the rabbits butt. Others will take a vet to detect and to get rid of. The...
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The first sign of many illnesses is that your rabbit stops eating, which itself can lead to further complications because rabbits...
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Female rabbits do "mount" other rabbits in order to establish dominance (social order), but mounting and humping inanimate...
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If you think your babies are not being fed because you never see the mom feeding them, look at their tummies. If they have full...
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Rabbits can eat lettuce, but too much can be dangerous, and some kinds of lettuce are more dangerous than others. Light-coloured...
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Baby rabbits can be kept alive by allowing them to wean naturally, and then by taking care of them properly. See the related...
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Why would you do that? NO!!
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I breed Netherland Dwarf rabbits, so the buck will kill the kits (babies) because he wants to keep breeding. The mom doesn't want...
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Short answer - No, they will drag themselves around by their front feet until they get too weak to do it. They will lose control...
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Some people call a rabbit "juvenile" when it's under 6 months of age, but other people refer to all rabbits under 1 year as...
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Usually the rabbit will be scratching near its head area-- that's where the sweet blood is. If it is scratching all over its...
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Oat hay (dried oat grass/leaves) is good for rabbits, although it's somewhat high in carbs so many people feed it as a "treat"...
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Rabbits can tolerate cold much better than heat, but they will shiver and sneeze when they are cold.A baby rabbit will be cold to...
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The rabbits' fur coat is very good at insulating the rabbits skin. Once the rabbits' body temperature heats up the coat, the coat...
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Many rabbit cartoons show rabbits eating carrots and stealing them from gardens such as Peter Rabbit and Bugs Bunny. What's up...
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I'm not sure wat you mean by sticky bottoms. If you mean that the rabbit's feces is sticking to it's bottom then you have a...
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Rabbits will nap off and on all day. They may not sleep at all during the night because they are nocturnal animals. They will get...
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The feijoa (Acca sellowiana) is also known as the pineapple guava and guavasteen.Rabbits can eat feijoa skin and fruit but only...
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Yes, it is called survival instinct. Survival of the herd is based on secrecy, if man has touched babies they are not a secret...
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No, i don't think that dogs can get the snuffles from a rabbit-I mean we can't get snuffles from a dog!
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Because their eyes are situated on either side of its head, it has almost 360 degree vision. It has two blind spots however -...
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False pregnancy - It's a hint - she wants to be (needs to be) bred. Some rabbits are very territorial and aggressive about...
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It would only be bad if you are allergic to it and/or ingest it.
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To breed rabbits, put one male and one female together in a different cage. They have to be at least 6 months old and no older...
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I have a male Netherland Dwarf and he's very friendly. He's still very young (4 months) so he generally won't just hop into my...
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A rabbit can be any price but, a rabbit with specific markings will cost more. A Himalayan MIGHT cost 25$ to 55$. Don't foget...
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They have soft fur to prevent themselves from becoming cold at night. If they didn't have fur, the rabbit population would barley...
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Yes, pet rabbits can eat strawberry plants. I fed my rabbit a strawberry and he ate the whole fruit -- leaves and all.
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The world's biggest rabbit is 4 feet tall and weighs 50 pounds. If you dont believe me follow the link in related links below.
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The scientific name of any domestic rabbit is Oryctolagus cuniculus. The actual name of the "albino" variety is Ruby-eyed White....
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All of them except, birds, jellyfish, crustaceans, and most fish. Animals grunt to show warning to others.
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No, baby rabbits can't eat cucumber. See the related questions (linked below) for more info and links. Cucumber isn't good for...
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The rabbit will look larger and be more aggressive to her territory and her body. It will start to pluck out fur to make her...
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sometimes yes sometimes no depends
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If you get your rabbit high, you are seriously endangering its health and you could end up killing it. Giving alcohol and drugs...
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Yes, the doe feeds her kits all at once for about 5 minutes. She only feeds them once or twice a day.
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At least as wide as your rabbit. It will vary depending on what size rabbit they are and if they are still growing.
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Yes, only meant for dogs. If the rabbit eats it it will have diarrhea.
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There are trying to move the bedding around. To make a nest. Or it is trying to escape! Let him/her run around the yard.
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Anywhere from $10.00 each to $100.00's of dollars each. It depends on the quality, the breed and the bloodlines.
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Yes, around 28 days and when she is 4 months old!
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If a rabbit makes a "yelp" sound, it's either hurt or frightened. See the related questions and links below for more info.
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'''They will always want to suckle every minute of the day except nap time. Of the newborn isn't drinking milk that often, bring...
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Rabbits can be taught, re-taught to use a litter box, rabbits normally use one corner of their hutch/cage to poo in, if you get a...
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because they are 'in season' they need or want to be bred.
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They would need to be outside temputure but when it snows they would need to be brought inside That's actually false/not true i...
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i have a pet rabbit and through experience you shouldn`t try to pick it up. Even though you have been caring for it, it is still...
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In the first place, you should not be feeding the rabbits corn because it is high in starch which is not good for them. So butter...
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It depends. If you believe the supersition that rabbits are lucky, then yes they are.
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EVERYTHING except the gourd family which is Pumpkin, squash, gourds, etc.. They cannot eat cactus or any other spiky vegetable....
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Yes, rabbits can eat green apple, but only as a treat. A bite or two of apple every few days should be fine for a healthy rabbit...
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By scooping it up in your hands, gently holding it close to you so you don't drop it. If you drop a rabbit it will never trust...
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Animals. Creatures.
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I Think that Monkeys harm rabbit but cannot eat...
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This question is about the plant Eruca sativa, also known as arugula or rocket. Yes, rabbits can eat rocket. Rocket is a healthy...
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I am not sure...... I only heard that it is best to feed it Timothy Hay, or Alfalpha Hay, or a mix in-between them. I hope that...
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Not if they don't have adequate food, water, shelter, and warmth. Baby bunnies are very fragile when they're small, and can...
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Maybe your rabbit isn't feeling well. Tell your Mum or Dad that he/she isn't drinking and ask them to take your rabbit to the...
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Yes, they certainly can. They can kill a cat by kicking it.
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One Answer: My rabbit was only 9-weeks-old when it got loose and it has never done it since, so no they don't get a taste of...
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they just drink there mothers milk.
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NEVER, NEVER use chicken wire in a bunny cage. It is not strong enough to support them, will make sores on their feet and a...
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One person wrote: Depends on the amount of money available.In response, someone else wrote: While it's true that rabbit cages can...
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That depends on what you mean by small. If you mean young, it is probably best to wait until the animal is at least weaned, at...
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Male rabbits attract the females, not the other way around. The male will try to impress the doe by doing binkies ( happy jumps,...
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A bald patch above the nose is often the result of over-grooming due to illness: the baldness happens when a rabbit is constantly...
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They can eat the same as other rabbits, pellets &/or rabbit muesli, carrots, cabbage, lettuce and most other veg as well as...
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Angry Rabbit Thumping: Rabbits might thump their feet to show their negative feelings -- annoyance, frustration, anger. This is...
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The leaves, vines, and stems of the tomato plant are poisonous to rabbits. The fruit of the tomato plant is not poisonous, but...
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LOL what a question
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When it comes to wood and rabbits, you must be very careful!Certain kinds of wood, such as cedar and cherry, are toxic to...
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While it is always a good idea to contact a vet when an animal has eaten something they shouldn't, it is unlikely that there will...
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They're not exactly able to walk on their hind legs, however, some rabbits do sit up on their hind legs, and can sort of hop...
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Pack the tail in salt to draw out the moisture. After that you can toss it in the freezer, though that isn't necessary. The...
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Daikon is not listed on any of the toxic plant lists for rabbits (see related links below for example), but it isn't on anyone's...
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No, rabbits can't eat dog food. Dogs and rabbits have completely different nutritional requirements. Dogs eat meat, so they need...
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They are a good sign, if you believe in the superstition.
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