Tag: Rabbit

Rabbits are not good pets for young children. They have a skittish nature and can be aggressive toward children who want to cuddle with their pet. Rabbitspet. RabbitsA domestic or domesticated rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus domesticus)—more commonly known as a pet rabbit, bunny, bun, or bunny rabbit—is a subspecies of European rabbit, a member of the […]

Rabbit owners were the most likely to describe themselves as creative (56 per cent), laid back (31 per cent), scatterbrain (16 per cent), lone-ranger (13 per cent) and geek chic (13 per cent). What is the rabbit personality? Rabbits can be silly, timid, shy, curious, and high spirited regardless of sex or breed type. They […]

5 Lines on Rabbit A rabbit is a small animal. It is herbivorous i.e. it eats grass, leaves and other such things, It cannot eat flesh. It has two long ears, two eyes, a nose, very sharp teeth, and four legs. It has soft fur on its body which keeps it warm during the winters […]

Are Rabbits as Smart as Cats and Dogs? The intelligence of a rabbit is comparable to that of a cat or dog. Are cats the smartest animal? Cats. Some people may not think about a high level of intelligence when it comes to a cat, but felines are actually very smart. Cats can learn tricks, […]

Rabbits make great indoor furry friends Because they frighten easily, keeping your rabbit indoors where it isn’t as noisy makes for a happy, comfortable bunny environment. In addition, most bunnies can be litter box trained like a cat so daily care is easier for you. What’s so special about rabbits? Rabbits can hop and BOY […]

Locking your rabbit up Keeping them in these tiny cages can cause a range of health problems, including obesity and even deformities if they’re not able to move around naturally. It’s also cruel. Rabbits are smart, social and highly curious, and they need to be able to explore their surroundings. Is it abuse to keep […]

a rabbit, especially a small or young one. Slang: Sometimes Disparaging and Offensive. a pretty, appealing, or alluring young woman, often one ostensibly engaged in a sport or similar activity: beach bunny; ski bunny. What does rabbit mean in UK slang? Definition of rabbit on British, informal. : to talk for too long about something […]

Female rabbits hump each other as a means of asserting social dominance. The Italian Journal of Zoology recorded such behavior between two female rabbits in a colony that already had a hierarchy in place. This is a common behavior post-reaching sexual maturity. It is a means of asserting dominance without fighting. How do I stop […]

Fish Flop (“Life is good”): When a rabbit dramatically gets into resting position by suddenly ‘flopping’ onto their side. If your bunny fish flops, it means that he is relaxed and ready to nap. Fish flops tend to look like a sudden and dramatic death, but there’s no need to be concerned. What does it […]

Sedentary rabbits, female rabbits, and middle-aged rabbits are all at risk of developing hematuria. This may be due to kidney stones, bacterial bladder infections, and/or an increase of calcium in the blood. The most common cause of hematuria in intact females, however, is the dysfunction of the reproductive tract. Do female rabbits bleed on their […]

Obesity. Overweight rabbits cannot reach round to their bottoms to eat caecotrophs and they will become tangled in the fur. Obesity is as dangerous for rabbits as it is for humans. It puts strain on the joints, the heart and other organs and is a major cause of dirty bottoms in rabbits. Why does my […]

Studies show that rabbits value companionship almost as much as food. Watch a pair or group of bonded rabbits snuggling up together and cleaning each other and you’ll see exactly why it’s cruel to keep a rabbit on its own. Rabbits should be cleaned out every day and given fresh hay and bedding. Why you […]

Without human interaction, rabbits can get bored, even to the point of becoming lonely and depressed. While toys can alleviate some of their boredom, they still need human attention and interaction. Many rabbits also enjoy having another rabbit as a friend. Is it cruel to keep a rabbit as a pet? Studies show that rabbits […]

If you see a red or pink color in the urine (orange is OK) and there are no other symptoms, you could wait until normal office hours and ask your veterinarian to test the urine for blood. If you see your rabbit straining to urinate, but there is no urine, go to a veterinarian as […]

Temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit may be too cold for rabbits and you will need to take some extra precautions to keep your rabbit comfortable outdoors at these temperatures. How warm does a baby bunny need to be? It’s very important to keep newborn rabbits warm. If “core temp” of the nestbox should be around […]

These include ibuprofen, flunixin meglumine, aspirin, carprofen, and meloxicam. They’re commonly used to treat pain, inflammation, and swelling in rabbits. NSAIDs are the most common pain-relieving drugs used for chronic pain in rabbits. Can I give human medicine to my rabbit? Do not put any medication into your bunny’s eye unless it is given to […]

Antibiotic Injectable Use? Risk of Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea Amoxicillin No High when given orally Ampicillin No High when given orally Azithromycin No injectible form available Low Cephalosporins (Ceftazidime, Cefazolin, Ceftiofur, Cefriaxone, Cephalexin, Cephaloridine, Cephalothin) Yes High when given orally Can I give my rabbit human antibiotics? Use antibiotics such as penicillin with caution in rabbits. Oral […]

Symptoms of Infection in the Bladder or Urinary Tract in Rabbits Frequent urination. Decreased urination. Painful urination. Straining to urinate, or a hunched posture while urinating. Blood in the urine. Urinary incontinence. Brown or beige colored urine. Thick or cloudy urine. What can I give my rabbit for a urinary tract infection? Treatment. Rabbits that […]

Make sure your rabbit or other small herbivores (animals that only eat plants) have lots of good quality forage, like leaves and grasses, to eat. Make sure your rabbit always has plenty of fresh clean water available. Give your pet its own bowls for food and water and don’t forget to wash up! Feed a […]

Bunnies are natural grazers and happy rabbits graze all day long. Just like some of us, rabbits can combat boredom by eating. Providing ample premium quality food is a great way to prevent boredom and up that happiness level. Make sure your bunnies always have unlimited, fresh, clean hay for grazing fun. How can I […]