Sunday, January 24, 2010

When first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?

in response to my last question, should the miniature rabbit be taken to the vet right awayWhen first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?
Any new animal you get should be taken to the vet as soon as possible to assure a clean bill of health. I'm not to sure of rabbit vaccination schedules, but your vet will let you know.When first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?
As soon as it is old enough. Don't let it out until it has had hem. Also a general health check up would be a good idea. Especially for a baby!

How to determine age of rabbit?

I just adopted an adult bunny from the local SPCA. Her age is unknown. Any ideas on how to estimate her age?How to determine age of rabbit?
For most animals, it is typically done by looking at the growth of the teeth, but I guess that wouldn't work in this case with a rabbit.





I do not think there is a really accurate way of estimating the age. If you have lots of experience with rabbits, of ask someone that does, you may get some clues based on the shape of the body, skin, eyes, etc.





Also, if the rabbit was spayed, or is going to be spayed, a vet will probably be able to guess based on the condition and size of her organs, but still, it would be rough.How to determine age of rabbit?
you can guess on how the rabbit behaves, the older the rabbit is the more lazy it gets.





mine is 7 years old and doesn't move much, doesn't eat frequently as she used to. loves to lie down even while eating grass.





if its not as lazy as mine then she's younger.





mine other is turning 2 but is still very active.

When first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?

in response to my last question, should the miniature rabbit be taken to the vet right awayWhen first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?
Any new animal you get should be taken to the vet as soon as possible to assure a clean bill of health. I'm not to sure of rabbit vaccination schedules, but your vet will let you know.When first getting a miniature rabbit should it get shots right away?
As soon as it is old enough. Don't let it out until it has had hem. Also a general health check up would be a good idea. Especially for a baby!

How to determine age of rabbit?

I just adopted an adult bunny from the local SPCA. Her age is unknown. Any ideas on how to estimate her age?How to determine age of rabbit?
For most animals, it is typically done by looking at the growth of the teeth, but I guess that wouldn't work in this case with a rabbit.





I do not think there is a really accurate way of estimating the age. If you have lots of experience with rabbits, of ask someone that does, you may get some clues based on the shape of the body, skin, eyes, etc.





Also, if the rabbit was spayed, or is going to be spayed, a vet will probably be able to guess based on the condition and size of her organs, but still, it would be rough.How to determine age of rabbit?
you can guess on how the rabbit behaves, the older the rabbit is the more lazy it gets.





mine is 7 years old and doesn't move much, doesn't eat frequently as she used to. loves to lie down even while eating grass.





if its not as lazy as mine then she's younger.





mine other is turning 2 but is still very active.

How many baby rabbits can a mother rabbit make ?

were getting a boy and a girl rabbit soon and i was just wondering what the maximum and minimum number of baby rabbits a mother can make ???


thanks.How many baby rabbits can a mother rabbit make ?
It depend on the breed the smaller breeds tend to have less and larger more. the smaller breeds like the dwarfs (1-3 piund rabbits) have 2-7 babies. the larger breeds can have like 13 atleast the ones i have seen.





hope that helps good luck


http://www.freewebs.com/foxfirefarmsrabb鈥?/a> How many baby rabbits can a mother rabbit make ?
my rabbit had 14 a few months ago but not all survived , but in years of breeding it can depend but becarefull if you keep the buck in with the doe as they will kill the babbies and with in an hour of givign birth they can fall pregnant again
The most mine ever had was 10 and the least was 1, But I have heard of rabbits having 18.
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  • What does the phrase ';The Rabbit Died'; have to do with a pregnacy test?

    I have alwasy wondered where the term ';the rabbit died'; was coined with regards to a positive pregnancy test!What does the phrase ';The Rabbit Died'; have to do with a pregnacy test?
    it is believed that early pregnancy test the woman's urine was injected into the rabbit and if the rabbit died she was pregnant.








    http://www.snopes.com/pregnant/rabbit.ht鈥?/a>What does the phrase ';The Rabbit Died'; have to do with a pregnacy test?
    Thats a good question, but i have never heard it before!
    never heard of it before
    I think they use to test pregnancy that way. The only way to complete the test was to kill the rabbit to see if the was a change in the rabbits ovaries.
    The phrase, ';The rabbit died,'; came to be a euphemism for a positive pregnancy test in the late 1920 and early 1930s. Around 1927 it was discovered that if you injected the urine of a pregnant woman into a rabbit, there would be corpora hemorrhagica in the ovaries of the rabbit. These bulging masses on the ovaries could not be seen with out killing the rabbit to inspect the ovaries, so invariably, every rabbit died, even if the woman wasn't pregnant. The other posters left out the part about the rabbit having to be killed to determine pregnancy.
    The origins of the ';rabbit test'; lie with the discovery in the 1920s that a woman starts producing a hormone known as human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) shortly after a fertilized egg implants itself in the uterine wall. (It was later discovered that the presence of hCG causes the placenta to produce progesterone after implantation, necessary to prevent rejection of the developing embryo.) In 1927, medical researchers found that not only is hCG present in the urine of pregnant women, but that female rabbits injected with urine containing hCG would, within a few days, display distinct ovarian changes. Thus the ';rabbit test'; was born, and with it the misconception that the rabbit's death was an indicator of a positive result.
    I never heard this with my first pregnancy, but with my second, I've read that years ago, they would inject urine into a rabbit and if it lived, the woman wasn't pregnant and if the rabbit died- she was! That sounds pretty farfetched to me, but this is where that saying came from.
    Hmmmm, I have heard it before (in old shows) but not recently. I think it has to do with the rabbit being a woman's period, and ';dying'; means ';Not going to have one for nine months';





    I;m just guessing here.
    Check out this website:


    http://pregnancy.about.com/cs/pregnancyt鈥?/a>





    HcG is produced during pregnancy and excreted in the urine. This urine was then injected into a rabbit. If HcG was present it caused corpora hemorrhagica (bulging mass) in the ovaries of the rabbit which could not be seen with out killing it to inspect the ovaries. So, the rabbit died means that she had a pregnancy test done and would be telling the truth about her pregnancy. Even though the rabbit was killed regardless of her results. Hope that helps.





    And anyone who is interested M.A.S.H had an interesting episode about this.

    If you were that silly rabbit and some good for nothing kids took YOUR trix what would you do?

    I reposted this cuz the first time it shafted all the way to the bottom. Damn you Yahoo!If you were that silly rabbit and some good for nothing kids took YOUR trix what would you do?
    i would f***ing grab a gun then shoot them all then grab the trix and just run like h***If you were that silly rabbit and some good for nothing kids took YOUR trix what would you do?
    silly kids, Trix causes genitals herpes.
    Eat cheerios
    Stuff em down one of my rabbit holes...
    dude, thats not cool...


    i would throw nuclear missles at them(:

    Is it bad for a rabbit to give it granola bars?

    An elderly neighbor has been gone for a few days and had asked me to look in on her rabbit. The rabbit is housed comfortably in an outdoor hutch, with plenty of room to scamper about; the only care required is to feed and water it.





    Looking at the rabbit's food, I was rather nonplussed: it looks like green pellets and has a strong smell. I thought that the rabbit must get tired of eating this and wanted to give it a treat, so I gave it a granola bar, which it promptly consumed. Since it seemed to enjoy it so much, I went and retrieved another and gave it to it.





    My girlfriend noticed me going back and forth and inquired if all was well with the rabbit. When I told her I was giving it granola bars, she said that was a stupid thing to do, that I probably had made it sick, and should tell our neighbor when she returns, as well as apologize.





    I wasn't trying to hurt the rabbit, just give it a treat. Are granola bars really harmful for rabbits? Should I apologize?Is it bad for a rabbit to give it granola bars?
    No matter how *natural* a granola bar might seem, they're still processed and contain more sugar and sweeteners than a rabbit should have. As boring as a rabbit's diet might be, their pellets and hay contain all the nutrients they would need and are fortified with vitamins. It's probably not going to hurt him (unless that's all you've been feeding him lately), but at the very least you should let the neighbor know just in case.





    If you really want to spoil him, share a piece of apple or go and guy him some wooden chew toys or goodie basket from the pet supply place.Is it bad for a rabbit to give it granola bars?
    What the old lady doesn't know, won't hurt you.
    A granola bar is a processed human food. Rabbits are allergic to a TON of things.... the neighbor asked you to watch out for the rabbit, it's not up to you to decide what it eats, so yes.... you should definitely appologize... promptly.
    yes what were you thinking! did you read the ingrediants! dont belive them when they say no sugars because there are! rabbits can die because of the stuff that is holding the ingrediants together! visit the aspca website to find out more about abused or abandoned animals aspca.org.


    adopt an animal today! save a life!





    shame on you! :/
    People food isn't for animals
    Without sounding mean..they make rabbit pellets for a reason. I would not give the rabbit anything other than what the owner left for it. If you want to feed it something else you need to check with your local vet and seek their advice. Otherwise stick with the food the owner left for the rabbit to eat. Hope it doesn't get sick from the granola bar...Good Luck
    Darn! what a lucky rabbit, I wish it was me.
    All of the answers given look thorough, so mine doesn't have to be serious at this point. What if the rabbit sneaks in and gives you some boring green, smelly pellets as a treat?
    Yes. It's kind of complicated.


    To put it simply, rabbits need that boring green stuff almost exclusively to keep their digestive tract healthy.


    I made the same mistake but have learned from it since.


    Just stop doing that, read up on rabbits just a bit,


    and learn why it's bad.(see the link)


    Two granola bars won't kill the rabbit; but if you get it hooked on them, the outcome will positively be bad for the rabbit.


    It's really not too late to correct the situation without having to apologize. It was an honest mistake.


    But honestly friend, since your girlfriend now knows what you were doing...(the kicker)...you may want be the one to fess up before she rats you out.


    Girls have a way of doing that either accidentally or on purpose.
    Ummm rabbit pellets are made with what the rabbit needs to be healthy. I would stick to the pellets and not take it upon yourself to ever introduce a food to a pet you are in care for another person other then that which the owner supplies. This is one on those I would not admit I was so st*pid days and just hope the rabbit has no adverse effect. Frankly I would be livid had it been my pet thus the reason I suggest just not mentioning it. Just don't do it again

    How can I encourage my rabbit to drink?

    She lost her sister to pneumonia and now seems to be pining. Eating very little and not drinking at all. Losing condition fast.How can I encourage my rabbit to drink?
    your rabbit must first be taken to the vet to be given fluids. as your rabbit was housed with another rabbit with pneumonia she may have contracted the infection too. This is because pneumonia can be brought on by a secondary infection, usually due to an illness such as pasturellosis which affects the chest and also can infect the middle ear.also rabbit left more than 24 hours without food or water can result in their organs shutting down as their metabolism is very fast so they need constant food. this is why rabbits need an unlimited supply of hay at all times as their digestive system needs this to continue to function.





    ask your vet for a syringe to hand feed her water, your vet will also need to give you a formula such as critical care to boost her system.





    withour veterinary treatment your rabbit may dieHow can I encourage my rabbit to drink?
    Very gently hold water in a straw, and place it to her mouth. Let go a little at a time, and hopefully she starts to drink on her own. That and lots of cuddling to soothe her loss.





    Hope she feels better.
    I agree with Tilly (poster) on this one. Please, take your rabbit to the vet ASAP.

    Im getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?

    I have a rat, and that is about it, and she is very old (about 3 years) and my parents said i could get a rabbit, if i could pay for it, so im waiting for my b-day for some money.





    How big should a cage be and for what rabbit?


    What are the normal sizes for a small, med., big rabbit?


    What kind should i get?Im getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?
    I absolutely adore rabbits!! They're one of my favorite animals. I think they make great pets and if I ruled the world, everyone would have to have a bunny. My favorite breed of rabbit is Dutch. I love their size, color patterns, and personalities. I used to have an all black Dutch named Licorice...





    I copied this from an article on petco.com::


    Whether you live in a small urban apartment or on a five-acre farm, rabbits are great pets who enjoy indoor and outdoor life.





    Playful Companion


    Contrary to popular belief, rabbits aren't boring or sedentary. They're active pets who love to romp and play games. Rabbits are crepuscular, which means they're full of vim and vigor during the early morning and evening hours when you're at home! This means more quality time with your little ball of fur.





    Rabbits love to be in the thick of things. They do best when their habitats are near family areas, such as the living room. Although they need a cage for resting, these pets enjoy daily jaunts in your house or around the backyard.





    Sociable and curious, your free-roaming bunny might burrow down in your dresser drawer or inspect your grocery bag collection inside and out. These playful pets also are fierce competitors in tug-of-war, follow-the-leader, and chase.





    Family Life


    These cuddly creatures fit well into family life. Rabbits don't need daily walks around the neighborhood or hours of grooming, and their quiet purring and honking won't disturb the neighbors.





    Bunnies may take up to a year to bond with your family, but it's worth the wait. Rabbits generally live seven to 10 years, and they make loyal companions who maintain their friendly personalities into old age.





    If you own a cat, don't despair about half of bunny owners also own cats. And some dogs and bunnies can live together comfortably if the dog is gentle and is taught not to chase. You can build a mixed-pet family with careful introductions and planning.





    Although children younger than 7 years shouldn't handle these fragile pets, they can play together with adult supervision.





    Before you bring home a rabbit, spend time with the furry creature to gauge his demeanor and learn his habits. You'll enjoy his humorous antics and shy affection.











    Okay, but be advised that rabbits aren't easy pets to keep. Read up on them before you buy one!! The most important things to know are diet, handling, and hygiene (that I can think of). You can paralyze a rabbit if you don't hold it the right way, you can give it horrible infections if you don't clean it and its cage out properly, you can make a rabbit ill or kill it by not having it on the proper diet or by feeding it the wrong things. I advise you ask your parents for a book called ';Rabbits for Dummies';, or something like that. Read up and rabbits before you get one. And when you do, you'll be prepared. Also, go to your local pet store (make sure they actually sell rabbits) and really talk to someone there about rabbits and what they recommend you feed a rabbit, how big of a cage to get, and things like that.





    And I'm telling you now, the best advice I can give you is LITTER BOX TRAIN YOUR BUNNY RIGHT AWAY!!! It'll save you a lot of time cleaning up poop in places it shouldn't be. And it's easy too.





    Have fun with your bunny, and Happy early Birthday!!





    Feel free to email me if you need anything... Luvn_bois_is_sin@yahoo.comIm getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?
    ok. Luckily for you, there are some rabbit shows coming up. go to www.olrcb.net and click on the upcoming sanctioned shows for a full list. there are also youth and 4H shows that are listed on that site, you have to click on the link avaliable on the listed shows page.





    check out these sites.





    http://www.geocities.com/tcrabbitry





    http://www.OLRCB.net





    http://www.arba.net





    http://www.psprabbitry.com





    http://www.geocities.com/rex_rabbits/





    http://hometown.aol.com/ilm1989/lanaship鈥?/a>





    These are some local breeders of various breeds.





    The best advice I could give is to go to a local show and scope out the different breeds. Also do all your research before purchasing any animal.





    Good Luck!
    Rabbits are peeing machines !! I'm talking pints !!
    If you're looking for a lap bunny, get a Holland Lop. This is one of my favorite breeds. They LOVE to cuddle. Harlequins (sp?) are also very sweet.





    For the cage, do some research...it's going to depend 100% on the size of your bunny.





    Now here's a little warning: rabbits are a HUGE responsibility. Make sure to rabbit-proof your room and litter-train it. Rabbits need a minimum of 4 hours of excercise a day.





    Also, instead of buying one, check your local shelters: www.petfinder.com.
    I tried rabbits once. I preffered rats much more. The rabbit actually attacked my cats. They're nasty. One of mine was really mean. They're adorable, but I hated mine as pets. They stink really bad.


    They have actual rabbit hutches at the pet stores.





    I preffer rats over rabbits or any other rodent.
    You need a fairly big cage for any size rabbit. They need room to run around. The best thing to do is talk to someone at a pet store and they'll show you what size to get.





    The kind depends on what you want. Mini-lops and Holland lops are very nice, but some can get excited easily. Lionheads are very nice and cuddly but can get quite big.





    As far as the whole cat thing goes, you might not have to shut up your rabbit to keep him away from the cats. I have 2 cats and 2 rabbits and they get along fine, and I know a lot of rabbit owners who find the same thing. As long as you teach your cats that the rabbit is a member of the family you should be fine. Never leave your rabbit alone with the cat when it is not in its cage, however.I wouldn't recommend shutting up your rabbit in your room if you aren't going to be there alot. they are happier when they are around people.





    Its not likely you'll find a rabbit somewhere that is already spayeds/neutered unless it is an adult rabbit that someone is giving away for one reason or another. Most likely you'll have to get it done yourself.





    Its your decision on whether you should get a rabbit...but the main thing is MAKE SURE you absolutely want one before you make the decision. Don't think of it as a cuddley little toy, it's a responsibility. Too many rabbits are bought and loved for a few days, and then forgotten because the novelty has worn off. Be ready to love and take care of this rabbit for years.
    LIONHEAD RABBIT


    there so addorable they have a mane like a lion and fur on its legs like a lion.there so cute they come in dwarf or medium and there so cute!They do not stink snd are very well trained. they are so nice and my cats love them , my cats lick them to death. I really recmand this rabbit. if you have any more questions im the one to ask! :):D
    Cats and rabbits can get along if socialized properly. But you should never leave them alone together. It's a good idea to let the bunny have her own room so that you can keep the cats out, but your room might not be a good idea. The rabbit will be making noise at night and probably keep you awake.





    Cages available in pets stores are too small for rabbits. You can make your own using wire storage cube panels and cable ties. You can make a much bigger cage that way and it will be much less expensive than one you get in a store. Just google ';NIC cube cages'; to find out how to make one.





    Visit your local shelter or rescue organization. The staff will know the rabbits personalities and help you pick one out. Each rabbit has its own personality, and it has nothing to do with breed.





    www.rabbit.org has all the info you need to decide if a rabbit is right for you, all the supplies you will need and how much it will cost.
    Rabbits are wonderful pets! I have five of them! They can be littertrained. My rabbits get along with my cats. Some bunnies are about 8-10 pounds which is medium. They get to run outside during the day in spring and fall. We then bring them inside at night! ';Rabbit Round-Up!';LOL Don't put her outside when the temp. is over 80 degrees F or below 50 degrees F. Don't get a drawf, too vulnerable to predators! I love big rabbits! I want to get a Flemish Giant some day. You adopt a bunny at a shelter, Humane Society, House Rabbit Society( www.rabbit.org ), or Rabbit Rescue Bunny! Any kind is good, all rabbits have different personalities. Rex rabbits are extremely soft! You can also look in your local Newspaper! I absolutely LOVE Bunnies. They are like the best pets I have ever had! My bunny, Buttons, who passed away : ( , Was like my soul mate! Also, make sure you get a Rabbit Sav vy Vet! Look on rabbit.org for Questions to ask your vet. There is also a list of Rabbit Vets on there, too. Well, Good Luck! As for a cage, it should be at least four times the size of your rabbit, unless you are letting have free run of your room, 24/7! You should donate AT LEAST one hour a day! They are like cats and dogs and need a lot of attention! Also, Bunny Proof Your ROOM! Rabbits like to chew electrical wires! I suggest wrapping tin foil on the wires AND hiding them behind things! If you think there is any sign that your bunny is sick, bring her to the Vet RIGHT AWAY! Rabbits die very quickly when ill! If her ears are hot, bring her to the vet. Get a thermometer to stick up her but to make sure! Anything over 101-102 is a fever!

    What to do if a rabbit bits you?

    We have a pet rabbit, and it just bit me on the hand. It's pretty deep, and it was bleeding pretty bad. I cleaned it out with with hydrogen peroxide and then we put some neosporin on it.


    My questions:


    *What else should I do?


    *Should I watch it or should I just go to a doctor tomorrow?


    * If this has happened to you what did you do?What to do if a rabbit bits you?
    Rabbit stew.What to do if a rabbit bits you?
    I get bit off and on. Thankfully rabbits don't carry much that could be passed onto humans and their mouths are fairly 'safe' places, as opposed to something like a cat.





    Just keep the wound clean and keep an eye on it, and it should heal up within a week. If it's red, puffy, very sore, or if there's any discharge go see your doctor as you may have an infection. But generally there's no cause for concern
    Unless the rabbit has rabies, you should be good. Just keep it clean.
    sounds like you cleaned it well. just keep an eye on it and if it seems to get worse than go see a dr.
    well, if you think it needs to be stitched up, then I advise you to go to the doctor. If the rabbit isn't ill, and you've cleaned it out, then you should be fine. It really depends on how bad it is....
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  • Does the male rabbit need to be seperated from the pregnant female rabbit?

    before and after the birthDoes the male rabbit need to be seperated from the pregnant female rabbit?
    yes!


    take him out of the cage, put him somewhere where the female can't see or smell him.


    she needs lots of food and water, a nest box, hay and fresh food like some fruits or veggies. She will give birth in 30 days after you breed her.


    You must take the male out or the female might get really stressed having him around all the time or you may end up with too much baby bunnies that she can't feed and some may die.


    You should provide hay and the nest box once she is a week away from giving birth. She will collect the hay and pull out her fur for the nest, once she does that then she might of given birth.


    Never stick your hands in the nest with the doe inside the cage she might get nervous and kill the babies. If you want to check the nest then wash your hands and then pet the doe so that you have her scent on your hands, take her out so that she doesn't see you, and then you can look at the babies.


    On the third day you need to check the nest for any dead babies that didn't make it and take the dead ones out!


    Water is the main source of milk production never leave the rabbit without water!


    About 2 weeks old they should start opening their eyes and start exploring


    At 2 months old they should be separated( male from female) if you don't know how to tell they apart do some research in books or the internet, and then they can be sold or re-homedDoes the male rabbit need to be seperated from the pregnant female rabbit?
    Yes, remove the buck from the does cage and get him his own cage.


    Many things can happen if they are left together.


    one thing most of the responders mentioned was the buck (male) killing the kits. This is not true in rabbits (cats yes). What can happen is the doe (female) will be stressed from the buck being around all the time and she will kill the kits. She may even eat them or parts of them.





    Another reason to keep them apart is that as soon as the doe kindles (gives birth) the buck will breed her again. This is not a good idea. The kits need to be with the doe for a minimum of 6 weeks and 8 weeks is even better. If she is bred again right away she will kindle again in 31 days, so the first litter will not have enough time with her.





    The doe can also turn on the buck and she can either kill him or castrate him (he can also bleed to death in this instance).





    Obviously no one explained to you that if you put a buck and doe together they will mate and produce kits. Rabbits should not be kept together, this is what happens when they are kept together.


    Please get each rabbit it's own cage. Also you will need a nest box and hay for the doe to kindle in. Count 31 days from the first time you saw them mate. On day 28 you should give the doe the nest box with the hay in it. She will build her nest in the box (hopefully). Since it sounds like she is a first time mom you may end up with a mom that doesn't know how to care for the kits. They may end up dying. If the doe is young under 8 months she may just not care for them at all.


    this often happens when does are bred too early.


    If you are lucky she will kindle in the box and care for the kits. You can and should check the kits as soon as they are born. Remove any dead or deformed ones. Left in the nest they can cause the doe to abandon the healthy kits. Check the kits daily, ideally at the same time each day, to make sure the doe is caring for them. They will look round with full bellies if she is. if they are skinny and wrinkly she is not caring for them and you may have to force her to feed them.





    i hope it all works out for your rabbits. Please do more research on keeping rabbits before you think about putting rabbits together again.
    Okay i don't mean to sound rude but shouldn't you already know this?


    It sounds like u don't not much about breeding and it also sounds like you are going to breed.





    First of all i don't recommend u do. You obviously don't know what to do. It's not easy you know- Its expensive and if you do something wrong the doe could eat her kits.





    She could kill her partner. The baby's could get stuck- which could kill the doe, and the vet would properly do a expensive operation or even put her down.





    Many things could happen that you obviously don't know about.
    If you leave the male in he will kill the babys so i advise you to seperate them asap. Even before they are born as if he tryes to mount her it will distress her and thats the last thing you need.
    Yes, or the female will kill the babies in fear of the male getting them.
    Yes on both counts. Rabbits should be kept separated. It helps avoid multiple problems.
    yes u need to seperate the male and female the female will kill the male or the male will eat the babies.
    Of course. Male rabbits love to eat baby rabbits.

    Do any reptiles eat frozen rabbit pinkies?

    I raise rabbits. A few months ago an entire litter of 8 died from hypothermia. I froze them for a friend-of-a-friend and then found out that his snake will only eat live food.





    Are there any reptiles that will eat a frozen (defrosted) pinkie rabbit? What is the going rate for these at a pet store?





    If anyone in the extreme East Texas (Longview) area would like them (free!) email me privately.Do any reptiles eat frozen rabbit pinkies?
    yes there are reptiles who eat frozen food so you should be able to find them a home, there was a person on here earlier who said she had no money to feed her snake (it has been deleted now so maybe she will see this and get in touch, best of luck honey.Do any reptiles eat frozen rabbit pinkies?
    Bearded Dragons like them.
    Most young pythons and boas will gladly eat them, as well as many other snakes such as bull snakes and rat snakes. Man, I wished I lived a little closer to you! (I'm in Arlington.)
    im sure a snake would eat them just like a frozen rat

    How to choose the best rabbit?

    Hi, I am going around to look at a breeder's Dutch rabbits - he has 7 of them. I would like to know if there is any way to tell which rabbit is going to be the most friendly...?


    Because I know I read in a book that with dogs you move forward and choose the one that doesn't back away....


    Any method like this for rabbits!!!





    ThanksHow to choose the best rabbit?
    There are dozens of pure bred Dutch rabbits at local animal shelters. They will offer you a pet profile, have them neutered or spayed, and attempt to find you a good match.





    Just look up Dutch rabbits on petfinder.comHow to choose the best rabbit?
    Try to see which one is the most ';playful'; and curious...


    Also, may I suggest that you go to an Animal Shelter??


    lol


    Their bunnies are usually all ';fixed'; and they have had previous owners sooo, they respond to training better and are more ';friendly';...


    I got my rabbit from the animal shelter...
    Please look on petfinder.com





    There are TONS of adorable rabbits on there!!!! PLEASE just look.





    Hold the ones that you like and see how friendly it is. The more you feed it by hand and hold it the tamer it will get.





    Good luck!
    well what you can do is see which one you like then ask if you can pick it up. if it doesnt squirm or move around much them it likes you if not then move on to another one.

    Where can I find pictures of knives covered in human blood or rabbit blood?

    i'm doing a science project and i need visual aides.Where can I find pictures of knives covered in human blood or rabbit blood?
    Are they still making kids do the old bloody knife science project?Where can I find pictures of knives covered in human blood or rabbit blood?
    try searching in alltheweb.com or dogpile.com they should have it or even mamma.com
    I checked Google Images. Type in ';bloody knives';; there are a ton of options. Sounds like a fun project.
    why are you doing a project on that?
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    I can't imagine what type of science project requires this sort of thing- but the Internet will allow you to find ANYTHING even something that horrific!! Good luck!
    try google

    I have a rabbit and I was wandering what other people do to keep their homes ';rabbit proof';?

    My rabbit is a youngster that just LOVES chewing and people say that you should never put rabbits and wires together. I have a computer in my room and a wooden bed and dresser but all I do is put 1 or 2 toys in the room with my rabbit and she doesn't get into ANYTHING! But just for safety what would you suggest?I have a rabbit and I was wandering what other people do to keep their homes ';rabbit proof';?
    My rabbits are kept in my bedroom and the best thing i can recommend is unplug all electrical wires and move them away from the rabbit when you arent there to watch him/her.


    My male rabbit chews through any wire he can get to, and the best thing to do is switch the plug off when not in use. He recently chewed through my phone charger but as it was switched off he didnt get electrocuted and i just bought a new charger.


    If it is out of reach though he wont bother jumping up to chew them.





    I also have to keep the food bags out of reach or they will tear them open and eat all their food lol. Cardboard boxes are also a lot of fun to rip up, which is fine if its an old used box, but if it is storing things inside the rabbtis then have access to that too.





    If i have enough toys for them though then they are happy and with wooden chew toys they dont normally chew my things - although he has chewed a biiiggg hole in my bed sheets lol :)





    Hope the bunny proofing goes well :)I have a rabbit and I was wandering what other people do to keep their homes ';rabbit proof';?
    For safety i'd recommend you put thick duct tape on your wires. Wires out of reach should not be a problem. Also, put boxes, or something else on any sofas or beds that the rabbit can go under. Also, put everything small, or easy to break things such as barbie shoes, earrings, pins, hair clips, pieces of glass, erasers, and so on, you should put them away. they can choke or die from those things.


    Hope i helped!
    Tape down wires with thick duct tape against the floor (or just against the bottom part of the wall)...





    I'm pretty sure it's okay for them to chew wood (someone correct me if i'm wrong), so it sounds like the wires are your only potential problem. My rabbit chewed quite a few wires back in his day...Not good! Not only do you lose a wire and probably whatever was attached to it, your bunny could also get electrocuted or anything like that.
    I suggest to make her a little pen that takes up maybe.. half or the entire center of your room. Make sure it's foldable. I would make it with grids. Connect them with zip ties and a paper holder thing at the end. Keep her in that all day. Then at night put her in the cage. Hope I helped :)
    We got a pen to keep the rabbit in... got it at our local pet supply store- it folds up easily to put away and it makes a large space for the bunny to hop around and have a good time without getting into trouble.





    I think it is called an ex-pen
    Wires covers/protectors, watch your bunny ALWAYS when outside cage, block off anything the bunny can't bite/eat/chew/destroy/scratch/ect! lol bunnies (trust me) are very aware and nosy! lol
    theres a special tube like thing that you can put all your wires in to its a plastic like tube

    How can I help my rabbit live long?

    I just got a rabbit as a gift. And it looks like it's gonna die soon. It's just not too active...what should i do? He was given to me in a cage. He wont eat nor drink. I have rabbit food for him. what else can i give him? I have heard of many people having rabbits, but they die 1 or 2 weeks later.. why do they die so fast? please help me and answer my questions, i don't want him to die. Oh....he is a baby too.How can I help my rabbit live long?
    Sometimes rabbits go quiet when they're unwell, go off their feed etc. It might be best to take him to the vets for a check-up, but I would give him a bit more time yet to settle in as he is just getting used to his new surroundings. Keep his diet varied, make sure he has hay to chew on, rabbit mix, slices of carrot, brocolli, cabbage leaves. Do not feed him with lettuce as this can upset his tummy. Make sure he has access to fresh water, and sometimes a drop of milk is a nice treat or a small crust of bread.How can I help my rabbit live long?
    Since bunnies are prey animals, they tend to hide their pain from predators. Bunnies HAVE to constantly eat or they will die (active digestive systems). Please take him to the vet ASAP.





    When my bunny didn't want to eat after her surgery, I had to force-feed her Critical Care in a syringe. You should consider doing the same thing TODAY if you want your baby to live. In the meantime, offer him a variety of foods other than pellets. Here's my suggestions:





    cilantro


    carrots


    romaine lettuce


    parsley


    celery


    kale


    collard greens


    broccoli


    endive


    brussels sprouts


    a small slice of banana, apple, or strawberry tops
    take him to the vet for a well bunny check up and tell the vet everything you just wrote here. You can find a good bunny vet at http://www.rabbit.org When rabbits don't eat its considered serious.
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    If he is a baby, he might not be old enough to take from his mom. Get him to a vet if he is not eating. You could try giving him baby food (with safe fruits and veggies like carrots or apples) in the mean time.





    Don't give him rabbit mix; the added pieces have little nutrition.





    Lastly, this website has helped me a lot http://www.petwebsite.com/forums/default.asp
    You have got to take him to vet quickly. If he is not eating, something is wrong. Rabbits do like to play and should be active for part of the day. They typically live 7-10 years but I have heard of rabbits living up to 14 years.
    i think rabbits should be banned - why not get cane toad instead
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  • Hello, would you mind telling me the meaning of the word welsh rabbit?

    Also, can you give me a couple of sentences please?Hello, would you mind telling me the meaning of the word welsh rabbit?
    It's actually Welsh rarebit and is a dish (type of meal).


    It is often mistakenly called Welsh rabbit these days.


    Just found a recipe, it's quite tasty.





    2 tablespoons unsalted butter


    2 tablespoons all-purpose flour


    1 teaspoon Dijon mustard


    1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce


    1/2 teaspoon kosher salt


    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


    1/2 cup porter beer


    3/4 cup heavy cream


    6 ounces (approximately 1 1/2 cups) shredded Cheddar


    2 drops hot sauce


    4 slices toasted rye bread


    Directions


    In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook, whisking constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to brown the flour. Whisk in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add beer and whisk to combine. Pour in cream and whisk until well combined and smooth. Gradually add cheese, stirring constantly, until cheese melts and sauce is smooth; this will take 4 to 5 minutes. Add hot sauce. Pour over toast and serve immediately.Hello, would you mind telling me the meaning of the word welsh rabbit?
    Welsh rarebit, Welsh rabbit, or more infrequently, rarebit is traditionally a savoury sauce made from a mixture of melted cheese and various other ingredients and served hot over toasted bread.





    The term rarebit is to some extent used for variants on the dish, especially buck rarebit which has a poached egg added, either on top of or beneath the cheese sauce.


    The term Welsh rarebit was evidently a later corruption of Welsh rabbit, being first recorded in 1785 by Francis Grose, according to the Oxford English Dictionary. The entry in Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of English Usage is ';Welsh rabbit, Welsh rarebit'; and states: ';When Francis Grose defined Welsh rabbit in A Classical Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue in 1785, he mistakenly indicated that rabbit was a corruption of rarebit.





    A legend mentioned in Betty Crocker's Cookbook claims that Welsh peasants were not allowed to eat rabbits caught in hunts on the estates of the nobility, so they used melted cheese as a substitute
    It is cheese on toast.





    Sentences:





    ';An English immigrant running a cafe in Llanelli was found guilty of using the words 'Welsh Rarebit' instead of 'Welsh Rabbit' on his menu. He was taken out and hanged';

    What should be in my rabbit's cage/hutch thing?

    Okay, so I have his litter box (which he uses, sometimes) His Food Dish, Water dish and Bottle (he likes both) and a plastic bin (the size of a shoe box) he uses as a bed. I have hay on both the floor and in the box. And his rabbit toys :)





    Should I use ';bedding'; or something.. I dont know.What should be in my rabbit's cage/hutch thing?
    I use the same stuff you do. Except that I use bedding. I did have to get rid of the litter box because he kept chewing it up. My bunny is 2 1/2 years old now. He started chewing it up at 8 months..What should be in my rabbit's cage/hutch thing?
    u can use Pine shavings,but i like to use hay over anything elese. and my rabbits love yogurt treats, a salt wheel, alfalfa cubes, chewing block, and a mineral chewing block.

    Why does Doi (the bunny rabbit) ask so many questions about wrestlers eating food?

    Did you eat a bag of cheetos before asking this?Why does Doi (the bunny rabbit) ask so many questions about wrestlers eating food?
    agreed with Man in the box. its apart of his bunny gimmick. at first i thought it was annoying but its actually pretty funny..Why does Doi (the bunny rabbit) ask so many questions about wrestlers eating food?
    Because he/she/it thinks just because the bunny avatar is cute, they think the stupid questions are too. Boy are they wrong.
    its random, but you have to admit its funny
    Because it is part of his gimmick
    why dont u ask questions bout wrestling and keep ur mouth f***ing shut
    he's retarded!

    How Can I Get My Rabbit To Come Out Of Her Cage?

    I have a Netherland Dwarf Albino, 2 years old. When I first brought her home in November, I figured our relationship would be smooth even though I know rabbits are temperamental. I've learned that she loves apples, bananas, doesn't like leafy veggies, %26amp; wants to be stroked between the eyes. Good, I thought... but she won't let me take her out of the cage at all.





    When I first got her she let me take her out, but not without a little fuss. But now, she doesn't want me to take her out ever! When I reach for her, she grunts and whimpers and backs in the corner. Once, she was so frightened she sounded like she was having an asthma attack! I haven't taken her out since that incident.





    Also, she hates being petted on her sides %26amp; chases any cloth or paper towel I use to clean her cage. I know she's a prey animal and has that instinct all times, but I don't want her to be caged forever. She seems to take comfort and solace in the cage, especially one corner %26amp; the litterbox.





    Please help me!How Can I Get My Rabbit To Come Out Of Her Cage?
    I agree that you should be patient and gentle. I have house rabbits and they can be set in their ways! You didn't really say what the cage is like. If the cage has a side opening door, just leave it open a little bit every day when you can supervise and see if she'll come out...maybe even put her a slice of apple a few inches away. If the cage is only top-opening, it's not the best situation as a lot of rabbits don't like being picked up at all and she won't be able to come out of her own volition. Perhaps she was mistreated b4 you got her? I would also consider if anything has changed in her environment. You didn't say if she was inside or outside. If she's inside, have you brought anything new into her area that might be scaring her? Have you suddenly taken on a new smell (i.e., petting the neighbor's dog, new cologne/perfume, etc.)? If she's outside, perhaps some predator smells have been introduced (maybe a neighborhood dog/cat is peeing nearby, etc) and she's frightened to come out.





    Try going to the House Rabbit Society page listed below and search for the answer. If it's not there, they do have behavior specialists that may be able to give you some tips.How Can I Get My Rabbit To Come Out Of Her Cage?
    well try to offer her food outside the cage...also she is already 2 years old so maybe she will take more time than usual to adapt to her new environment and trust you, than when they are brought as small bunnies. also, see if there is something around that might be frightening her and change the cage to another place. don't worry, just be patient and very loving with her.
    just pull her ear, and drag her out of cage
    turn lites out

    Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?

    One of my mom's friends was trying to describe an animal to my mom, but she forgot the name of it. All she could tell my mom is that it's about the size of a rabbit, and has large ears like a mouse. They used to be illegal to own, but now people can have them. My mom asked if it was a guinea pig just by the description, but it's not. Anyone know what it might be?Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?
    I think you may mean the chinchilla?Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?
    I think you might be talking about a degu.


    They are kind of like chinchillas and have little mouse-like ears.
    It could be a chinchilla, that is the only animal I can think of that matches your description!
    chinchilla maybe?

    Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?

    One of my mom's friends was trying to describe an animal to my mom, but she forgot the name of it. All she could tell my mom is that it's about the size of a rabbit, and has large ears like a mouse. They used to be illegal to own, but now people can have them. My mom asked if it was a guinea pig just by the description, but it's not. Anyone know what it might be?Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?
    I think you may mean the chinchilla?Animal the size of a rabbit that has large ears like a mouse? Used to be illegal to have?
    I think you might be talking about a degu.


    They are kind of like chinchillas and have little mouse-like ears.
    It could be a chinchilla, that is the only animal I can think of that matches your description!
    chinchilla maybe?
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  • How do i put my rabbit to sleep?

    ive tried everything to put my rabbit to sleep but wont work. how can i make it go to sleep?How do i put my rabbit to sleep?
    (lol major misunderstanding there!)





    Rabbits aren't like humans with their sleep schedules, they don't sleep through the night. They're most active in the morning and evening and often will get most of their sleep just napping every so often. When I had mine inside I'd just look down sometimes and he'd be conked out under my chair, then ten minutes later he'd jump up and run off again. It'll sleep when it needs it.How do i put my rabbit to sleep?
    Depends on what you are talking about here I understand your not talking about putting the rabbit down but if you mean like literally asleep or putting it into a trance. Some rabbits can go into a sleep like trance when turned on their backs slowly. If they struggle at all you have to let them go or they could break their backs. This makes grooming like cutting toe nails easier. But if you mean literally putting it to sleep they kind of sleep on their own schedule and rabbits sleep with their eyes open so its hard to tell when they are asleep other then they jerk while they sleep. I hope this helps!
    Rabbits initially have different sleep patterns than humans, but they will sometimes take up their owners sleep schedules. Your bunny is probably not sleeping because you are giving it attention! Don't worry, your bunny will sleep when you are gone or sleeping yourself.
    you take it to the vet and stop torturing it. (if you ';tried everything'; and it didn't work, then you've subjected it to untold suffering and stress, and probably pain)
    you really need to take it to the vet to put it to sleep!!!you are hurting it by doing all that stuff to it!!
    um im pretty sure they just sleep when they feel like it. My rabbit sleeps at random times. n is up at night alot.
    Are you asking how to euthanize the animal or just make it sleep for the night?

    Do you think rabbit leads are cruel or not i really want to take my friendly rabbit out for a little walk?

    My rabbit is very adventerous and love running free but i feel they should be under some type of control sometime...





    Your answers are the most important! =]Do you think rabbit leads are cruel or not i really want to take my friendly rabbit out for a little walk?
    Don't worry, rabbit harnesses aren't cruel. In fact that is the only way me rabbit gets exercise! The good thing about a harness is that if your garden isn't secure all you have to do is get out the harness and walk your rabbit:-) The only down side is that not all rabbits will like having the harness on and might freak out. I would need to know what breed your rabbit is to know if a harness is right for you bunny.Do you think rabbit leads are cruel or not i really want to take my friendly rabbit out for a little walk?
    Yes I think a harness is right for an adventurous lionhead rabbit although it would have to be the right fit.

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    i argree rabbit harness are a safer way to keepyour pet healthy

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    Harnesses are great if you don't want to put your rabbit in a run. It is also useful if your worried about your rabbit escaping or getting lost. Most pet shops sell harnesses designed for rabbits. Pets At Home have some very nice harnesses for 拢5.99. Wilkinsons also do.





    Harnesses designed for rabbits are usually safe but you should avoid the ones made of thin rope as they can easily strangle a rabbit.





    Harnesses for cats are also suitable for rabbits, they are the same shape and usually the same size.





    Small dog harnesses for breeds such as a Yorkshire Terrier are also good because the straps are thick and most fit medium sized rabbits.





    When you first fit the harness make sure you can fit 2 or 3 fingers under the straps. Any more and the rabbit will probably wiggle out, any less and it will be choking the rabbit. When the harness is on, many rabbits will refuse to move. If this is the case, loosen it a bit and tempt them with a treat.





    Remember...





    - NEVER pick the rabbit up by the harness





    - Bunny leads the way. Unlike a dog, it is very hard to get the rabbit to go where you want it to.





    - Never put the rabbit back in its cage with the harness on. It WILL chew through and you will have to buy another harness.





    - Never drag the rabbit along. Like I mentioned before, bunny leads the way. If he is going somewhere he shouldn't, dont pull the lead, just keep it tight so the rabbit can feel it gently restraining him.





    - Never tie the rabbit to something by the lead. Again, it WILL chew though.





    - If your rabbits paw gets stuck in one of the straps, it usually panics and suddenly goes mad, running away from you and jumping about. If this happens, quickly pick up the rabbit before it causes damage to itself. Calm the rabbit down and then tighten the straps.






    Rabbit leads are not cruel; I used to take my rabbit out for walks all the time.


    I'd recommend using a light chain leash, as a rabbit can snip a regular leash in two without a thought.


    I guess they have rabbit harness; I used to use a cat harness adapted for the rabbit's dimensions--small neck and big chest.
    Training a rabbit to wear a harness and lead is not cruel, however I hope you are not thinking of taking it out into the neighbourhood like you would walk a dog. Rabbits are an animal who are preyed on by larger animals and you wouldn't want yours to become some dogs dinner.
    nope rabbit leads aren't cruel. there just for letting your rabbit have fun on a lead and walking them.





    my rabbit doesn't like being put in a lead some rabbits don't. it doesn't mean that leads are cruel.





    leads aren't cruel but people are by using the leads in a cruel way putting it on the rabbit then pulling the lead hard so it hurts them or swinging them on the lead.


    that's really cruel and harsh.









    Id take the lead over my rabbit being lost. Leads arent cruel, its the same for a dog or cat, if they wanna go outside, if you want to let them have some fun, they need to be on a leash weather u want them or not, they will get lost, runaway..etc..
    A lead is just fine! Just know, ';walking a rabbit'; doesn't happen. :o) Rabbits just wander around and investigate and you follow THEIR lead. Just make sure you get a proper lead. You don't want to cause the bun any unintended harm.





    Good luck with your bunny!
    if you just walked your rabbit round the garden it should be fine but don't bring it out into the street, cuz you might meet a dog or cat. then it's bye bye bunny!!!!!
    I have never heard of taking a rabbit for a walk! I would let it run around in the back yard as long as it is gated!
    if the rabbt likes fresh air and gras it is ok but it not needed if you have big field it wont go far as long as it is a big field
    As long as the lead isn't too tight and the rabbit is fine, then go for it

    How can i get my rabbit to gain wait for winter?

    She is a Dwarf Rabbit and when we got her she was a little skinny and we have been trying to switch around her foods so she doesnt get bored with one foodHow can i get my rabbit to gain wait for winter?
    Just give her double the amount of pellets for a while until she becomes a normal weight which I think is around 2.5kg but you'll have to check on the internet as I'm not completely sure. You shouldn't need to switch these pellets.





    Then give her lots of hay, grass and veg. She should get bigger quite quickly :DHow can i get my rabbit to gain wait for winter?
    First of all, just like dogs, you shouldn't switch food on rabbits so much. Doing so can cause gastrointestinal upset and can cause GI stasis where the intestines just stop suddenly (deadly). Stick with timothy hay, small amount of timothy pellets, and give approx. 1/2 to 1 cup of fruits/veggies/greens (mainly greens) each day. If she truely needs to gain WEIGHT (can feel each and every rib and vertebra) then you can add a small amount of alfalfa and oats (uncooked...unflavored..from normal Quaker oat tin) in her diet...small amount though. Also, for the winter, rabbits will grow a thick enough coat to keep them warm in temperatures as low as 20F (any lower, bring her inside). Rabbits are normally supposed to be lean where you can feel their spine and pelvis (with a bit of muscle over each). If you can feel each and every rib without pressing, then she is too thin. Otherwise, there's no need to make her gain weight.
    weight... sorry..can't help it..

    Is it okay for a 4 year old to have a pet rabbit?

    What are the advantage %26amp; disadvantage of having a pet rabbit? How about the rabies of the rabbit?Is it okay for a 4 year old to have a pet rabbit?
    i had a 2 pet rabbits when i was very young. prolly around 6. i remember them being great pets. i would have to hold them with a towel though because they poop like crazy. i never remember them biting me. they were very laid back. i think it'd be a great pet.Is it okay for a 4 year old to have a pet rabbit?
    Depends on how mature your 4 year old is. I have had pet rabbits and pet guinea pigs for several years.I finally got rid of my rabbits and stuck with guinea pigs. The reason: Rabbits are stinkier. They usually want to hop all over the place. Guinea pigs don't hop away, they scurry or walk, so they are less likely to get away easily. They also are usually more content to sit and eat a treat than a rabbit. My experience is, if you are going to have a rabbit, get a lop eared. They still like to hop and everything, but they still seem to be a little calmer than other rabbits.Hope this helps!!


    P.S. guinea pigs are social animals, so they either need to be held and played with quit a bit or have a companion.
    Yes it is ok becasue rabbits they acn bite but it depends if she or he goes near the rabbits mouth and if he or her makes the rabbit get amd or anythign. But if the 4 year old is nice and carign to this animal it should be ok.





    I have a guniea pig and he is really carign and a guinea pig is fine so maybe u can get ur 4 year old that type of animal. But a 4 year old CANT do its cage it wil be very hard for them. So i reccomend u do it,
    of course its okay just dont expect him/her to actually take care of it...


    you would have to clean its cage feed it and all of that and your 4 yr. old will only be able to look at it and hold it not take care of it





    but one thing he can do is feed it treats (not too much though) itll tickle his hand and both the rabbit and the kid will love the process
    its ok for a 4 yr old to have a rabbit as long as mom or dad dont mind caring for it. i work in a pet store and we get many returned animals bc parents buy their little ones cute pets and the kids beg for them and promise they will care for it but after a few weeks it gets old scooping poopy and feeding everyday. so parents end up having a pet rabbit. i would suggest getting a betta fish or something you dont mind taking care of with some help from ur little one. keep in mind too that some small animals require veggies 2 times a day. so you will need to keep those items stocked. maybe you and your son or daughter should google pet rabbits and see what is involved in caring for them as well as any concerns you will want to keep an eye out for. such as shots required or some states require licenses or permits for certain small animals. hope that helps! :)
    You might get better answers in the other pet section. Rabbits are not rodents. That being said, no rabbits do not make good pets for small children. Rabbits are more like cats and they don't like to be cuddled, require a lot of care. There really isn't a pet good for a 4 year old, not matter what pet stores and feed stores tell you. Here is a good article about rabbits as companion animals. http://www.adoptarabbit.com/articles/pac鈥?/a>





    I actually do not know of any pet that is good for a 4 year old. Too often small children are not gentle enough and can kill a small animal.
    You can have a pet rabbit with a four year old in your house, but he/she can only be with the rabbit under close supervision, or could hurt or get hurt.





    Do you mean rabies or babies? Rabies doesn't make sense to me so I thought it might be a typo.
    yes, it's okay to have a pet rabbit with a 4 year old but you have to remember that they kick sometimes and also bite. Be careful and make sure your child is always supervised. As far as rabies goes, you should take it to the vet for a check up.
    A RABBIT IS NOT A CHILD'S PET. NEVER EVER EVER EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVEE鈥?A KIDS PET

    How much should a small rabbit eat daily?

    I just bought a little small rabbit yesterday and I don't know how much to feed him. I don't wanna over feed him, or under feed him. HELP!How much should a small rabbit eat daily?
    You should feed your rabbit 1 fourth (1/4) of a cup of food for every 5 pounds. Your rabbit should eat a little less than 3/4 of a cup. You should put food in its bowl, andleave the food out all day. Rabbits are slow eaters, so they take all day to eat their food.How much should a small rabbit eat daily?
    90% of the diet should be hay, so ensure their is always some in the hutch - also fresh water. On top of this a handfull of rabbit museli or nuggets will give everything it needs. As an occasional treat you can give anything sold as suitable for rabbits at your local pets shop, as well as carrot broccolii or any dinner veg small pieces and nothing to watery such as lettuce or cucumber.





    Be careful about letting it out in the garden as small rabbits can get through incrediably small spaces and ensure there are no common harmful plants that it might nibble. Sorrel, dandelions and grass are all good but not too much.
    Im at college doing animal care and we feed the small rabbits there 50g of rabbit pellets a day. When they are older we feed them 70g. They are also given fresh veg and fruit daily and also hay. Fresh water should also be given to them each day.
    Join the www.rabbitrehome.org.uk forum where you can get lots of help and advice on rabbit care from lots of rabbit lovers.





    90% of diet should be hay, along with a good pellet food (museli type tends to give them a mucky bum and bad teeth). You should feed pellets ad lib until bun is 6 months old then cut down.





    Gradually introduce small amounts of safe veg/fruit (see forum) so you don't upset their tum - they can be very sensitive to sudden changes in diet.
    Hello,





    Small rabbits only need 2ozs/50gms(1/4 cup) per day. Growing(up to 6 months old),lactating rabbits need Ad-lib--plenty. This is for pellets or mixes,hay should always be plentiful %26amp; greens fed in small amounts.





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    Can I take the mother rabbit away from her babies for a few hours a day?

    my rabbit rusty is really depressed because he misses his girlfriend molly but she just had babies last week. she doesnt even pay attention to them during the day, is it ok if i put her in rusty's cage for a little bit each day? or will hat make her abandon her babies?Can I take the mother rabbit away from her babies for a few hours a day?
    If rusty and molly have already been bonded you should be ok to put them together for a few hours each day, for the first few days keep an eye on them while theyre together as they may fight. The babies will be fine without their mother for a few hours just don't remove her from the cage early in the morning or after dusk as these are the times when rabbits usually feed their kits and as rusty is already desexed you don't have to worry about her falling pregnant again while shes still nurseing her babies. Good luck.Can I take the mother rabbit away from her babies for a few hours a day?
    Do NOT put a male rabbit in with a female, she will get pregnant again and have babies too soon which will cause her harm and may end up in the death of her babies (either her new litter or both). Leave the mother in with her babies, and get your male rabbit neutered.
    no she can get pregnant a girl have you ever heard the prase they mulitply like rabbits. if you can put the cages close together would be fine. don't let her get pregnant while trying to nurse the ones she has.
    no...absence makes the heart grow fonder
    Its not good practice, I would suggest against it. Though most rabbit moms dont stay in the nest all day, they do want to keep an eye on it. Disturbing her and making her go play with other rabbits at this time is not a good idea. Rusty will have to stay depressed, and you should make up for it by giving him more attention and playing with him more. Make him a pen and toys to play with. Believe me this is not about depression, hes just typically male.
    Its to soon, if you take her away she may not want to go back. Plus by putting the male and female together they may mate again and its to soon when she just had babies! hope i helped!
    no because they need her all the time.
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  • Can I put a half a teaspoon of white vinegar in my rabbit's water ?

    I heard fleas hate the smell and will leave my rabbit alone so how many times should I put white vinegar in my rabbit's water a day ? Please help I also want to make sure it doesn't harm my rabbit. It sounds like it may work but want to know first though.Can I put a half a teaspoon of white vinegar in my rabbit's water ?
    Not actually in the water,but on the Rabbit.





    Cider Vinegar has the same affect it repels flea/mites etc. Rub it into the Rabbits fur/skin,if she has sore skin dilute it beforehand.





    Putting it in her water will only discourage her to drink.





    Hope this helps! xxxCan I put a half a teaspoon of white vinegar in my rabbit's water ?
    Many breeders use apple cider vinegar to stimulate a doe to want to breed. It is very healthy for them and will not hurt them at all.


    About 1 teaspoon in a 32 ounce water bottle is fine. I do not think it will keep your rabbit from getting fleas though. But it won't hurt them. It acts like a health tonic to them.





    Apple cider vinegar is better because it is more natural than the over-processed white vinegar
    Probably gives the poor creature heart-burn, and the bad breath gets rid of the flys.
    I would not do that because it might not be good for the rabbit. Ask your Vet, he/she probably knows best! Hope I helped!

    Is it okay to feed rabbit watermelons?

    I used to have some rabbits and we would feed them our leftover watermelons. And they love it. But i was wondering, is it okay for their health?Is it okay to feed rabbit watermelons?
    yep watermelon is definitely okay for da bunnehsIs it okay to feed rabbit watermelons?
    Yes !! Is it ok. I suggest you to feed your rabbit should include about 2 cup of fresh vegetables per 6 pounds of body weight and given daily. Your rabbit food and rabbit diet should include about 2 tablespoons of fruit or carrots per 6 pounds of body weight daily. This feeding schedule make your rabbit more healthy %26amp; active.





    More details--------------%26gt; http://www.agritura.com

    How do you cook a rabbit in the wild?

    Ok so I was curious as to how this is done over a camp fire. Like I saw how if your ever out in the wild how to set a trap to catch a rabbit, but I cant find anywhere that shows how to actually cook it after you have skinned and gutted it. I'd prefer an explanation geared more towards lost in the wilderness with not to many previsions rather then a detailed explanation using items that can only be acquired by going to a store.How do you cook a rabbit in the wild?
    Well, if you are truly lost with no provisions, which is a great example of going out unprepared, you could do it two different ways.





    1 - You can spit it on a stick and either lean it over your fire, turning frequently, or over the fire on a couple of forked sticks. Either method will result in something only a very, very hungry man could appreciate, burned dry on the outside and nearly raw next to the bone. Not very appetizing, but somewhat better than eating it raw.





    2 - Skin the critter and scrape or singe as much hair as possible off the hide. put four sticks in the ground and attach the skin to them, letting it belly as deeply as possible, forming a bowl. Put as much water in the bowl formed by the hide and sticks as it will hold. Gather a good pile of rocks, not big ones, that will fit inside the bowl without taking up lots of room. Build your campfire and heat the stones. While the stones are heating, cut up your rabbit into small pieces and gather whatever edible herbs you can find and add to the water. When the stones are good and hot, rake a couple or three out of the fire and using a couple of sticks, lift them and drop them into the water. At the beginning, you will need to change the stones pretty quick since they will loose heat fast until the water warms. Keep changing the cooled stones for stones fresh from the fire and eventually you will bring your soup to a boil. Keep adding hot stones and removing the cool ones until the rabbit is done. This takes more time and work than roasting, but will result in a tastier meal. A small shovel or some tongs will make changing rocks much easier. This BTW was one of the earliest cooking methods devised by man. If you have a big piece of dehaired hide or leather you can do the same thing by hanging it over your fire. Keep the fire low and don't let the water get low or your cook pot will catch fire.





    That was what I'd do with nothing but a firearm, a knife, matches and a dead rabbit.





    God willing, I won't be in that situation. So here is what I'd do in camp





    I'd cut my rabbit up into pieces and dredge them in a mixture of :


    1 cup of flour


    3 teaspoons Salt


    1/2 teaspoon Pepper.





    I'd heat my Dutch Oven over coals and heat a half cup of oil, bacon drippings or lard, and saute the rabbit until golden brown.





    After removing the rabbit from the Dutch oven, I'd toss in a couple of minced onions, or a good cup or reconstituted dried onion into the drippings and let them saute a couple of minutes. then I'd add:





    6 cups of water


    A big pinch of Oregano, or a Bay Leaf, depending on what is in my chuck box.





    Return the rabbit to the pot and put the lid on and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the rabbit is tender and the gravy thickens. If the rabbit gets done before the gravy is thick enough to suit, add a little of the leftover flour mix and thicken to suit you. Add more salt if you think it needs it.





    While the rabbit is cooking, I'd make some biscuits and cook some rice or noodles and when everything is ready, I'd have a feast.





    DocHow do you cook a rabbit in the wild?
    So much of survival is scavenging, so it all depends on what you are able to scavenge. An example is if your plane crashes in the middle of know where you may be able to improvise a pot to boil meat. As a last resort though you can always spit roast your meat. The important thing in spit roasting is to do it over coals not naked flame it will take a bit longer but you will be rewarded with less burnt meat. Remember the eyes have water in them. Hope that helps. I am assuming that you know how to skin and clean your rabbit
    I watched a dog being cooked in Vietnam once


    They just threw a bunch of palm fronds on top of it a set them on fire


    Then just kept the fire going till it was done


    Palm frond burn fast but not to hot so the dog was cooked through





    I'm not sure they even skinned it first
    well if you lost in the bush and your not a person that is familiar with the area then your pbobable screwed! no get the rabbit skin and gut if you can find a tree with a papper kind of bark wrap it up and bury it under some hot coals. for about 45min or a hour.
    Besides the good methods already mentioned, there are all sorts of ways to cook that rabbit. You can steam it, bake it in clay mud, hang it with a wire or tree root over the fire, use a reflector, etc etc.





    To steam it you build a fire in a pit with rocks and let the fire die down to coals, cover the coals with non-poisonous leaves like cattail, dandelion, skunk cabbage, burdock, lamb鈥檚 quarters, grass, etc the leaves have to be green and wet. Now place a layer of sand, gravel or dirt over the coals about 6 iches deep, lay the green leaves or grass over that, place rabbit on leaves and cover it with more leave, pour water over that till steam is rolling out, cover leaves ( a window screen or cotton cloth would be next if you have it to keep the dirt off) with dirt or clay mud or gravel, or a whole lot of leaves and grass. Wait a few hours and its all tender.





    You can coat the rabbit with clay mud nice and thick and lay that on hot coals to cook. The clay will harden and seal in the moisture in the meat. The heat will sterilize the mud and meat.





    Green sticks of non-poisonous plants and tress can be used to prop the bunny up near the coals by sharpening the tips and running them through the bunny and then into the ground or propped up with rocks.





    You can dig up some small pencil size green tree roots and use then to hang bunny over coals (not flame).





    Or you can just have a flat rock in the middle of the fire and lay the rabbit on it and flip it now and then with a green stick.





    I will tell you this; I have eaten survival cooked meat these ways and with out salt or any seasoning it can be a bit bland lol! As in you just eat it and ignore the flavor OR know your plants and gather some natural herbs, wild onion and even watercress %26amp; dandelion makes things much more, well鈥?tolerable. You just punch tiny hole in the meat and insert the herb pieces.





    Here are links with many more ways to cook that bunny. Save me writing a book lol!


    http://www.nwsos.com/prim.htm


    http://www.ssrsi.org/Onsite/PrimNG/cook1鈥?/a>


    http://www.aircav.com/survival/asch12/as鈥?/a>





    Do heed DOC H advice (he鈥檚 right as usual) poisonous plants can kill ya or make you very ill. The rule of thumb is; if you don鈥檛 know, don鈥檛 ingest it, or inhale it in any manner.





    Nice recipe Doc makes me hungry now lol. I carry thick aluminum foil a stick of butter and a small plastic container of a flour spice mix with me. A fresh chilled rabbit, grouse or trout tastes mighty fine cooked with butter and spices in foil. Finger lickin good! And takes little space in the pack.

    Saturday, January 23, 2010

    Is it normal that my rabbit's droppings are smaller than usual?

    My rabbit is around 4-5 years old now and starting a few days ago his droppings are half the size than usual and he seems to be a lot lazier. Hope that this is normal!Is it normal that my rabbit's droppings are smaller than usual?
    I would take your bun to the vet. Small droppings can indicate GI Stasis, which can usually be treated successfully by a competent vet, but can be deadly if left untreated.





    It's really good that you've been paying attention to the clues your rabbit has been giving you. Many people wouldn't notice the lethargy and smaller droppings, and then they would wonder why their rabbit died.Is it normal that my rabbit's droppings are smaller than usual?
    GI stasis can be a problem in rabbits - basically, their digestive system slows down or stops. This can be a veterinary emergency. A rabbit's digestive system is a carefully timed and balanced system, and its slowing can indicate a problem.





    Often, you'll hear stasis referred to as ';wool block'; or something similar.





    As your bun is appearing more lethargic, I would probably recommend taking him to the vet ASAP. It's a good sign if he's still pooping, as you've caught it relatively early, but you must act quickly to resolve the situation.





    We have a senior bunny who is prone to stasis after some dental surgery he had a year ago. Usually the first thing I notice is that he's going off food, before his stools get irregular. I pull his pellets and offer wet, leafy greens and unlimited timothy hay for a few days, and the situation usually resolves itself. Sometimes I will offer 1/3 a banana, peel and all. The key with bunnies is: they MUST eat continuously, and in a bunny with smaller stools, he is probably eating less or not at all.





    If you're unfamilliar with statis, you're best to contact your vet ASAP. Some bunnies need medication to help regulate their guts, bacterial help (eg. Bene-bac) or there is something going on, eg. dental problems, infection.








    Here's a few articles on stasis:





    http://www.rabbit.org/journal/3-7/gi.htm鈥?/a>





    http://www.barbibrownsbunnies.com/gi_sta鈥?/a>





    http://www.mybunny.org/info/gi_stasis.ht鈥?/a>
    therre's somthing wrong with him take him to the vet,





    rabbit's are hard to tell if somthing is wrong wiht them if u have no idea what ur doing





    temputer,eyes,and panting are some common signs i have had with my rabbits,





    take your rabbit to the vet before she gets anyworse
    NO take it to the vet ASAP!!!

    HOW MUCH LONGER UNTIL MY RABBIT HAS HER BABIEs?

    My rabbit is pregnant and beleive it or not, im watching her gather straw and putting it in her nesting box! How much longer until she has her babies?HOW MUCH LONGER UNTIL MY RABBIT HAS HER BABIEs?
    32 days...and the babies are sooooo ctue

    How can I teach my rabbit to circle?

    I am wanting to know how to teach my mini lop male rabbit to go round in a circle because I hold a bit of food in my hand and turn it around in a circle and he follows it and i say circle. Then when i show him the food ad dont turn it around and i say circle he doesnt know what to do. I am using a clicker to do this.How can I teach my rabbit to circle?
    Try arranging little bits of food in circle shapes. Gradually use less and less food, until there is just one bit of food and the rabbit will go around in a circle to get it.





    Hope you have fun!How can I teach my rabbit to circle?
    Try this website. http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Trick-t…





    Remember to give the bunny the treat after he circles. Mostly it involves PRACTICE. and more PRACTICE. Good luck!
    yes you can!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsifBLvpa… this is my rabbit buckaroo! on www.youtube.com he runs after me like a dog
    yeh i think you can, I tried to teach mine but it didn't work for me


    give it time and you will succed!
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  • How do you build a rabbit hutch?

    chicken wire





    plywood





    2x4s

    Does anyone know if the rabbit air minus 2a works as good as it looks?

    hi there, the rabbit air is a very sleek looking air purifier, but it seems to circulate air at a lower rate than some of the other purifiers out there for the same cost. does anyone have one and has it affected their allergies positively?


    Thanks!Does anyone know if the rabbit air minus 2a works as good as it looks?
    i tried it for my allergies, however found it didn't make any real difference than a regular one.

    How can I get my rabbit to eat more hay?

    I know that ideally hay would make up a large proportion of his diet, but he's just not that interested in it, he will pick at it now and then but I would like him to eat more.





    does anybody have any tips or tricks to make hay a bit more appealing or just encourage him to eat more of it.





    ps. I have tried around three different types of hay including timothy, also I got him one of those rolling balls that you put hay inside but he's shown no interestHow can I get my rabbit to eat more hay?
    you may need to check his teeth if he is not eating his pellet that well either.his teeth may be to long.How can I get my rabbit to eat more hay?
    Some rabbits are very picking about the quality of the hay. It should be a grass hay that you offer, and Timothy is the ideal as it has the best nutrient levels. Some brands that my rabbits, who are picky too, like:





    American Pet Diner (usually can only find this online and can be a bit pricey)


    Oxbow Timothy hay


    Kaytee timothy hay





    I make sure that the hay is a nice green color not too much yellow, and not too dusty.





    Put it in the litter box, they like to go in and eat while they use the box.





    Also - make sure you are not overfeeding pellets and treats. A bunny only needs 1/4 - 1/2 cup of pellets per 5 lbs of body weight. If you want him to eat more hay, cut back on his pellets a little bit (like by 1/2 tsp) and see if it helps.
    Maybe you can try a different brand of hay.





    Oxbox hay and Kleenmamas hayloft are loved by guinea-pigs and rabbits everywhere (It's because theyre freshly cut, good quality, and preservative free). KM isn't sold in stores (if you buy more than 5 pounds, watch out for the shipping charges), but Oxbow is sold in one store called PetsMart.





    http://www.oxbowanimalhealth.com/product鈥?/a>





    http://www.kmshayloft.com/hay.html





    (KM's bluegrass hay seems to be more popular (than timothy) among pet rabbits and guinea-pigs)





    People greatly prefer KM to Oxbow, actually. Oxbow is second.





    If online shopping isn't an option, and you can store more than a dozen pounds of hay properly, try local feed stores (for horses) if you have any. They have good deals.





    And it's likely that those hayballs are very small and hard to get the hay out of. You can try using a small bin (like a litterbox) and fill it with unlimited hay.
    I was worried about this until this morning. Since my doe has been putting on too much wait I gave her less pellets and noticed her gulping a bunch of hay in her mouth this morning.





    Hay can be dehyrdrating so make sure she has plenty of water!
    Limit pellets. If he only gets a small amount of pellets a day (less than 1/4 cup), he will eat more hay.

    How do I catch a rabbit?

    i found a small rex rabbit in my backyard in my brush pile. When I try to catch him he runs away. I am not sure if he was a pet at one time. I have access to a humane trap but what should I put in it?How do I catch a rabbit?
    is it a baby?


    bc if it is you should leave it alone.


    If you touch it the mom will leave it and it will die.How do I catch a rabbit?
    Carrots, silly.

    We are considering buying a rabbit? What should we be warned about?

    This is going to be our first family pet, but we just moved into a new home and we are worried about how messy a rabbit can be. Are they high maintanaince? What are we really getting ourselves into? We would like to consider all the negatives before we make the commitment.We are considering buying a rabbit? What should we be warned about?
    Frankly, ignore the advice that rabbits are only good kept outdoors and that they stink. Like any animal, it's all in how you do as a pet owner, how well you care for them, and how much love and affection you give them.





    We've kept house rabbits for many years now, and they are a joy! We keep ours indoors in large, two level cages. They are litter trained, though even the best trained bunny will still leave occasional pellets behind when out and about. But they never pee except for in their litter boxes, and the pellets are easy enough to pick up because they are hard. Dumping the litter box twice a week is usually sufficient to prevent odor.





    I highly recommend getting a rabbit that is older, perhaps a year old, rather than a baby. Rabbit personalities shift a bit when they go through puberty (4-6 months) so when you get an older bunny, the personality you start with is the one you'll keep.





    Try going through a local rescue, shelter, or house rabbit society for a bunny, because they will be able to provide information on the rabbit's personality and level of training and social nature.





    If you're not fond of shedding, get a rex (full size or mini) or a satin. I adore Hollands, but they do shed quite a bit. Also, all rabbits go through a major coat change twice a year when they will shed a great deal. Keep them brushed to prevent problems with hairballs.





    Get your bunny spayed or neutered, especially if it is a female. Female bunnies will develop uterine cancer after the age of three otherwise.





    Finally, every bunny has a distinct personality, and nearly every one will respond to love, gentleness and attention. Of our four current bunnies, three were rescues, two from abusive situations, and they all adore being cuddled and petted and fed yummy treats.We are considering buying a rabbit? What should we be warned about?
    Well rabbits can be trained to use a litter box,, but do not be mistaken it is not as easy as training a cat.. The best way to have a indoor rabbit is to have a cage that can be cleaned daily,, and by daily I would advise that for a indoor animal of this stature especially during the summer months (flys love to lay their larvae in the droppings) also if you let the rabbit run loose I would be on big watch as they love to chew wires, rabbits are more destructive than people tend to think. Also the way that you treat your rabbit will depend on their attitude toward you and people . I have had some that where wonderful but like the one that I recently rescued she was so mean no matter what I did she would no kidding attack. I still have her but she has made cuddling and bonding time a little tricky, I really have to put on my bird catching glove just to feed her sometimes because she is that mean. You can also have your rabbit spayed or neuter now a days so that would be something that I would have done for sure as it can help in some of the natural hormones that all animals produce,, good luck with your new pet you will do great%26gt;
    check the eyes,ears,skin,mouth,anal region.


    EYES:should be clear nd no sign of pigmentation or irritation.


    EARS:should be pink inside and no unpleasent odour.


    SKIN:the skin should not be oily or flaky.the hair must be firm when you stroked the rabbit.


    ANAL REGION:should be clean and dry.there should be no signs of discharge.
    They bite HARD! My cousins rabbit bit me when I was 2, I still have the scar after 11 years!
    drop the idea .i earlier had rabbits as pets.their drawbacks are that they poop a lot and their toilet stinks like anything.also i had 2 rabbits one male and other female and they used to breed quite often which again got us into trouble as to what to do of so many babies.finally my dad got irritated and distributed all the rabbits among his friends on the assumption that they will take good care of them.sadly one of his stupid friend made dinner of one of my rabbit,some died due to illness.i will never forgive my dad for this.i was young then and could not do anything.so i would like to conclude if you dont have a farm and want to keep rabbits indoors then i dont think it is such a good idea.anyways it is upto you.
    May I suggest a small dog? Or, if that isn't a possibility perhaps an aquarium.


    A rabbit is okay, but their urine is strongly acidic. We had rabbits when i was a kid. You will need to provide a secure hutch, or cage, to protect him from predators. The bottom will need to be wire mesh that will support him, but allow his droppings will go through. He will need to be located in a cool area during the hot months and will need a box or shelter inside his cage for winter. Rabbits will need to be fed daily and it isn't hard, but they have special food and need water too.


    They can be pretty fun though if you have a nice set up and baby rabbits are really fun to play with- plus you can sell them- (or raise them and eat them)


    They can't live in your house.
    just check it first for big, pointy teeth. you dont want to inadvertantly get your hands on a killer rabbit. Unless, of course, you have a holy hand grenade of antioch, if not, RUNAWAY!!
    My wife ( a former rabbit owner) swears by the ';House Rabbit Handbook'; by Marinell Harriman


    http://www.amazon.com/House-Rabbit-Handb鈥?/a>





    The About.com pages are usually helpful. They also have online forums where you can post questions. People are always willing to help out


    http://exoticpets.about.com/cs/rabbits/a鈥?/a>
    Rabbits are great pets. I have two right now, and have had four total. They require a lot of home care, like cleaning the cage, needs to be done twice a week minimum. I had a house rabbit for a while, we litter trained him, but if they are not litter trained, they do mess all over, and can become territorial of the entire area they are allowed. They don't require much veterinary care, but I would take them for a ';healthy pet'; exam when you first get them. Before you buy, examine the teeth to make sure they are growing straight. Malocclusion is a common disorder in rabbits when the teeth do not grow out straight. Rabbit teeth grow constantly, so they need something to chew at all times, which will wear healthy teeth down naturally. If the rabbit has malocclusion, their teeth may need to be trimmed because they can't wear them down naturally. If everything looks fine, they are not expensive pets to keep, and I highly recommend them. Also, it is a very good idea to have them neutered or spayed. They have very strong reproductive impulses!
    I keep mine outside. The only thing to worry about is they scratching small children. Their feet can do horrible damage to a childs arms. Otherwise, no worries other than the fact they love to chew EVERYTHING!
    Rabbits can be messy but they can be litter box trained. If you fill the boxes with wood stove pellets or care fresh it won't smell. I swear by wood stove pellets. They are cheap and plentiful. I suggest that you keep it inside as it will become more of a family member and more closely bonded to you. If indoors it will alos be happier and healthier. Here are some great websites.
    had a nice farm rabbit once, best one but it was outside. got a dwarf one, mad as hell, crazy mad. tried to keep it in the house, stunk bad. really up to you, some people train thier's to run around the house, personally i can't see one going back to use the washroom ever time. good luck.
    Unless you keep it in a cage it will potty any and everywhere.
    Rabbits can be great pets if given the attention necessary to make them a great pet. Like all animals, they need attention or you will not be able to handle them. I would suggest buying a rabbit from a breeder instead of a pet store. Go for a breed like a Holland Lop, Mini Lop or a Mini Rex. They are smaller and cute with usually great personalities. If you are keeping it inside, I would not get a male as they will spray their urine and you will end up with yellow walls. Rabbits can be kept outside in a cage as long as they are kept out of the weather and still given much love and attention, like any pet. Try this website for more information on rabbits http://www.arba.net/
    yes they are very messy, you have to clean their cage just about everyday and when they go to the bathroom it's a very potent wierd smell, oh and don't feed them cabbage ever, I guess they can't have cabbage, my girlfriends rabbit died because she fed him cabbage and didn't know she wasn't supposed to.
    Rabbits can make great pets but they can require lots of care. If you do not change their bedding daily or every other day, they can get stinky. Also, they tend to poop ALOT! Other than those downfalls, they can be a wonderful pet. Good luck!
    they love to chew on all cords and anything they can find
    I have 18 outside rabbits...some are big babies just pets all around...some are psychotic no matter how much we fool with them. a rabbit in the house?,,,be warned...a rabbit STINKS and when they pee they pee ALOT and thats where the smell comes in. its really strong and you would have to change the bedding at LEAST once a day to keep them fresh. as far as being a pet rabbits are social animals they like company but yes they will scratch and scratch bad if not picked up just how they like or startled a little bit...or if they just arent in the mood right now....on the up side..unlike a dog or cat if you get tired of bunny you can always have him for dinner lol im kidding our bunnies arent dinner.
    My sister and I have had about 8-9 rabbits at once so we know alot about them, First of all a rabbit is a great family pet. But there are some things you need to look out for. One is, if you have small kids you will need to make sure that the rabbit does not bite (the kind of rabbit has alot to do with it- we have had a meat rabbit and an angora rabbit- the meat rabbit which is sometimes a good pet to have does bite if your not careful, the angora rabbit would not bite at all even if you stick your finger in its face but remember those are our rabbits) next you will have to consider if the rabbit is too scared to be picked up, Make sure you get a rabbit that has been handled alot. next beleve it or not but you can train a rabbit to go the bathroom in what is called the rabbit litter box. though some rabbits will or will not. if you keep the rabbit inside you will need to make sure you clean out the the diamonds about 2-3 times a week or else it starts to smell. rabbits do not shed a hole lot but you will need to brush their hair once a week to avoid getting mats. then you will need to trim their nails once to twice a month. It may sound like a lot of work when you read this but really its great for kids to learn responsibility and they are alot of fun when you get to put a leash on your rabbit and take him or her for a walk in your backyard. I say go for it. you will not regret it. I promise

    How do i make my rabbit like me?

    I just got a rabbit. i don't know how old she is or much about her. someone from my school couldn't take care of her anymore, so i took her. i know almost nothing about her or rabbits. she is very angry all time, and she acts very scared when i try to pet her or do anything. i don't know what to do. i want her to be happy. someone help!How do i make my rabbit like me?
    give it time.


    pet or stroke her back when you put food in her cage.


    she will come to associate that pleasure with you.


    soon after, she will come to the front when she sees youHow do i make my rabbit like me?
    It all depends why she is doing this.


    Doe's can become aggressive at 5-6 months of age if they are not spayed. Ask the previous owner if she has been done. This will settle hormones and make her les likely to attack to protect her territory.





    If she had little handling this will add to the problem. Handle her daily whilst sitting down with vegetables will help her to gain your trust. Taming can take up to 6 months with the most petrified rabbit.


    Another thing you can do is have her cage at head height so you are not towering over her. This can be very scary for rabbits as it is like a bird of prey trying to attack them.
    It will take a long time for them to trust you if you do the right things. in about two months you will notice she will start to warm up to you. Let her hop around, quietly lay some food out for her and sit in the same room reading a book or doing something quiet. Sometimes when you go to feed her pet her.She will eventually becoming up to you to say hi.
    Gaining the trust of your rabbit can be a little tricky and takes a lot of patience. Keep in mind that rabbits are prey animals, so they are naturally skittish, and that she just made a HUGE move. All of the sights, sounds, and smells are unfamiliar to her.





    For now, do not try to pick her up unless absolutely necessary. Rabbits generally do not like being held, as they prefer to have there feet firmly planted on the ground (unless they're running, jumping, and binky-ing around).





    You should have a cage that opens on the side rather than the top. Just open it up, and she will come out on her own. Just sit quietly near the cage, and let her come to you. To get her accustomed to the idea of you as a friend, hold a piece of apple, banana, carrot, or other fruit. She will come to you and nibble at it. Don't be offended if she takes it out of your hand and eats it elsewhere. Give her time to get used to your presence.





    As she starts to get used to you, you can start to pet her. My rabbits like to be scratched behind the ears. Make sure that you never reach for her head on. Because rabbits' eyes are on the side of their head, they have a blind spot in front. If you reach for her from straight in front of her, she won't see your hand until its right in front of her, and it will spook her.





    There is a lot to know about caring for a rabbit. I highly recommend that you read this website, especially the sections on diet.


    www.rabbit.org


    If you have any questions, feel free to email me :)


    tess.sabo@gmail.com
    basically a rabbit dislike to be touched from people,


    for instance, some rabbits hate to be held.


    but there are rabbits that like to be touched their forehead.


    please try to touch forehead, at that time, touch like wrapping by palm.


    if rabbits may close their eyes, feel calm emotion.





    and please make the place so that he can hide.


    rabbits are herbivouse animal. if there is not so place,


    they will feel stress, becom nervous.


    I think that curtain etc will be good.


    Please dont forget to feed water. rabbits can never live if there is not water.





    please don't put in noisy place,too. rabbits is nervous to sounds.


    When they feel stress, kick their back foot to ground, make big sounds(it is said Stumping). when their ears stand, they will be very nervous. please make calm and quiet place.





    and for day, please release him from his cage.


    if he is into cage everyday, he will feel stress.


    please be played him at garden with much nature and so on.





    please feed fresh vegitables on addition to rabbit foods.


    carrot, cabbage and lettuce etc will be better.





    I am grad if my experience is for you.


    sorry that cant write well English(a foreigner).
    Just sit by her cage for a while every day- few hours. She'll get used to your presence and then you can get more bonded by carefully handling her a few times every day.
    you need to spend more quality time with her try to give her treats and pet her.
    U Got To Be With It The Whole Time Until It likes U. Animals Are Just like people? u have to get to know someone by hanging around W/ them. In This Case Spend a lot of time w/ the Rabbit.
    you have to build confidence in the rabit to beable to trust you.. soo be very gentle and dont do any fast movement..
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