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Do Rex Rabbits Smell? Rabbits are very clean creatures. Their fur shouldn’t smell and they usually spend their days grooming themselves. They also have two kinds of poop: the dry type doesn’t smell, and the softer one you shouldn’t see because they eat it right away! Do bunnies stink up your house? But don’t rabbits […]

Each animal should be bright, alert, and active. They should all have shiny, lush fur and be plump and well-fed. If any members of the litter are sickly, do not choose them or an apparently healthy littermate, as that animal may soon also become ill. Run your hands and eyes over the entire rabbit. Why […]

Mini Lop Rabbit They are known for their love of cuddling and are affectionate. They make great pets for children because they tolerate being picked up frequently and are happiest when receiving attention in the form of pets and cuddles. Do mini lops like to be cuddled? They are such a beloved, soft, and well-sized […]

“Most pet owners enjoy petting their animals, but few pets enjoy a gentle rubbing of the forehead more than a Mini Rex. Immediately, a Mini Rex will close its eyes.” Smith has found that, compared to some of the other rabbit breeds, Mini Rex rabbits seem to be calmer when being handled. Are Mini Rex […]

8AM: I like to start the bonding early in the morning because that gives me the entire day to monitor – which is especially important on the first day to see how the rabbits interact with each other. How do you bond a bunny quickly? The better the rabbits get on at their first meeting, […]

10 Calmest Rabbit Breeds #2 English Spot Rabbit. #3 Alaska Rabbit. #4 English Angora Rabbit. #5 Siberian Rabbit. Swiss Fox Rabbit. #7 American Rabbit. #8 Fauve de Bourgogne Rabbit. #9 Giant Chinchilla Rabbit. What rabbits are the calmest? Harlequin Rabbit Their calm temperament and gentle nature make them an ideal pet for kids. They are […]

Worm infestation is possible after ingestion of contaminated hay. Wild rabbits as well as healthy house/pet rabbits living in clean conditions can be infested by gastrointestinal parasites. Can rabbits get parasites from hay? Deer, hedgehogs, rabbits and other wild animals that roam our meadows all carry parasites and these can therefore be transmitted from the […]

Rabbits are gregarious by nature and need almost constant companionship to avoid emotional suffering. If you have outdoor rabbits, they must be kept in pairs or groups, or at the very least within sight and sound of another rabbit. Can you have just one rabbit? Rabbits can live alone, but you’ll need to provide your […]

Rabbits can resist being lifted and carried in a number of ways. Reacting instinctively to a predator-like grasp, they may run away, hide, struggle. When caught, they may kick, or launch into space. A normally affectionate rabbit may express indignation by wriggling, stamping, or nipping you. What does it mean when a rabbit kicks? Rabbits […]

8 Things to Know Before Getting a Pet Rabbit Rabbits Can Live for 10 to 12 Years. They Aren’t Great Pets for Kids. They Like Being With Other Rabbits. Rabbits Need Exercise and Room to Roam. You’ll Need to Rabbit-Proof Your Home. They Need More Than Carrots. They Require Unique Medical Care. Rabbits Keep Their […]

Urine from healthy animals is typically considered to be of little to no risk to people. This is generally true, at least for the otherwise healthy human population, but like with most things in infectious diseases, there are exceptions. Does Bunny pee have ammonia? Rabbit pee has a relatively high concentration of ammonia, and can […]

9 Things to Know Before Adopting a Bunny Rabbits require gentle handling. Not all rabbits get along. Rabbits love to chew. Rabbits need regular exercise. Rabbits require a well-balanced diet. Rabbits need their habitat cleaned regularly. Rabbits are indoor companions. Rabbits need routine veterinary care. What do rabbits need for beginners? Here is a basic […]

Signs of stress may include: appearing nervous (freezing, hunched up with ears flat against the body) being excessively jumpy and watchful (bulging eyes) being aggressive to people or other rabbits, particularly if the behaviour is unusual. Do rabbits get stressed easily? As explained early, due to their natural tendency to be anxious animals, rabbits can […]

Their bodies will look relaxed and comfortable and they won’t seem on edge. There are lots of ways your rabbit might show they are relaxed, usually when lying down. They might sit with their legs tucked under their bodies (like a little rabbit loaf!), or lie down completely stretched out. How do I know if […]

Why do my rabbits seem to ignore me? Rabbits are a prey species so they instinctively avoid drawing attention to themselves. The mistake many first-time rabbit owners make is to impose themselves on their pets – to a rabbit, even a hand reaching overhead can feel like a predator approaching. What does it mean when […]

Insider spoke to veterinarians about some things you should never do to your pet rabbit. Don’t keep your rabbit’s cage directly in the sun or pick them up by their underarms or chest. Always make sure your rabbit has somewhere to hide. Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories. Do and don’ts for rabbit? Make sure […]

Coping with death Rabbits are not traumatised by the sight of a dead partner and in fact it is beneficial for them to see this so they can understand what has happened and do not think that their partner has simply disappeared. How do rabbits cope with death? All rabbits have their own way of […]

Rabbits can detect their owner’s sadness by sensing changes in body language and tone. They often respond to emotional and physical cues and mirror their owner’s attitudes and emotions. Consequently, it’s advisable to control one’s emotions when around rabbits. Like dogs, rabbits also have keen senses. Do rabbits feel empathy? Rabbits are highly sensitive beings, […]