What things you need to know to take care of your new bunny.
What to feed your rabbit with and what not
Hay, carrots, clover, dandelion leaves, grass, dill, parsley, mint, and pellets are all good examples of good and healthy food for the rabbits. But, salads, like cabbage, should NOT be given to the bunnies. Wheat and oats are ok to give. Corn, on the other hand, should not be given during warm days. During winter time, it is ok to give dry corn to the rabbit but not too much. Corn has to ability to warm rabbits blood up.
Fresh water must always be available to your rabbit in a bottle or a bowl.
Fruits as strawberries, raspberries, banana, pineapple, and apples ( no seeds) can be given to the rabbit as treats but make sure not to give a lot because fruits are high in sugar.
Can I keep 2 or more rabbits together?
Rabbits are very territorial, and in most cases,
if multiple rabbits are kept together, they will end up
fighting at some point. When reaching sexual maturity, rabbits may become aggressive and start positioning for dominance, which can lead to fighting. They most often are satisfied to be alone, and having a partner to live with is not necessary, This is especially true if you provide care and attention to your rabbit on a daily basis. There are, however; cases where multiple rabbits have been successfully kept together without fighting. if you wish to have more than 1 rabbit share the same space, we suggest introducing them at a young age - keeping a close watch for aggressive behavior. If this should occur, be ready to separate them in order to prevent injury to any of the animals.
Should rabbit be given a bath?
Rabbits should not be given baths they are very clean animals. If the rabbit has a soiled rear end it needs to be rinsed with water. Rabbits fur will that several days to dry out if a full bath will be given.
Can rabbits be litter box trained?
Yes, rabbits can be litter box trained. Rabbits have a natural inclination to poop and pee in one area. You can take advantage of this by setting up a medium-sized cat litter box or shallow storage bin.
Rabbit teeth care
Rabbits have teeth that grow constantly throughout their life. A fiber-filled diet is one of the best ways to combat tooth issues. In the wild, rabbits eat a plethora of fiber, including grasses, leaves and bark-covered sticks that wear down their teeth. Many pet rabbits are fed a pelleted diet, which lacks the heavy fiber required for proper tooth wear. Provide your rabbit with a variety of fresh hay to promote healthy teeth. Offer your bunny a few twigs each day as an additional source of fiber. Apple, maple and willow branches are all safe choices for your bunny, although you may want to freeze them overnight to kill unwanted insects before feeding.
Grooming
Rabbits should be groomed to remove the look fur from their coat. They go through shedding cycles couple times a year. If your rabbit would ingest too much fur it can have serious digestive issues. Regilure nail clipping is required as well.
When is it recommended to fix my rabbit?
Females can be spayed as soon as they sexually mature, usually around 4 months of age, but many veterinarians prefer to wait until they are 6 months old, as surgery is riskier on a younger rabbit. Males can be neutered as soon as the testicles descend, usually around 3-1/2 months of age.
Do I have to get the rabbit fixed?
It is all up to you if you want to get your rabbit fixed or not but there are good benefits of getting it fixed. Unneutered male rabbits spray, and both males and females are much easier to litter train, and much more reliably trained, after they have been altered.
For more information you may visit theses websites
http://www.spca.org/page.aspx?pid=430
http://rabbit.org/how-to-take-care-of-a-pet-rabbit/
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/rabbits/?referrer=https://www.google.com/
http://www.howcast.com/guides/1187-how-to-take-care-of-a-pet-rabbit/
Should I take my bunny to the vet?
ASPCA does recommend annual vet visits. Rabbits are animals that will hide any signs of illness or injuries. If your rabbit will be showing signs of sickness or they will start behaving differently, immediately take your bunny to the vet. In the wild, rabbits are easy prey, so they have evolved to show few or no signs of illness until they are on the brink of death. As well, watch for symptoms like diarrhea, no bowel movements, runny nose, red urine, and lethargy require immediate veterinary evaluation.
Should my rabbit get Vaccinated?
There are no approved vaccines for rabbits. There is no licensed rabies vaccine for rabbits so they should not be vaccinated for rabies. Even though this has been required by some fair shows, it has been associated with death of the rabbits as well. But, there are other vaccines that you should look forward to getting your bunny vaccinated for as the Myxomatosis and Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD). Remember to do your research first to see what vaccines are safe for the bunnies and which are not.
Toxic antibiotics for rabbits
The following medications should NOT be used if another alternative is available:
* Amoxicillin or Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid
* Ampicillin
* Cephalosporins
* Erythromycin
* Clindamycin
* Lincomycin
* Penicillin (orally only; Penicillin can be used parenterally in rabbits)
Should I take my bunny to the vet?
ASPCA does recommend annual vet visits. Rabbits are animals that will hide any signs of illness or injuries. If your rabbit will be showing signs of sickness or they will start behaving differently, immediately take your bunny to the vet. In the wild, rabbits are easy prey, so they have evolved to show few or no signs of illness until they are on the brink of death. As well, watch for symptoms like diarrhea, no bowel movements, runny nose, red urine, and lethargy require immediate veterinary evaluation.
Should my rabbit get Vaccinated?
There are no approved vaccines for rabbits. There is no licensed rabies vaccine for rabbits so they should not be vaccinated for rabies. Even though this has been required by some fair shows, it has been associated with death of the rabbits as well. But, there are other vaccines that you should look forward to getting your bunny vaccinated for as the Myxomatosis and Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD). Remember to do your research first to see what vaccines are safe for the bunnies and which are not.
Toxic antibiotics for rabbits
The following medications should NOT be used if another alternative is available:
* Amoxicillin or Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid
* Ampicillin
* Cephalosporins
* Erythromycin
* Clindamycin
* Lincomycin
* Penicillin (orally only; Penicillin can be used parenterally in rabbits)