Winter can affect both outdoor and indoor rabbits, so have a look at these winter tips to help keep your rabbits happy during the winter months. By Veterinary Surgeon Lisa Butwell Keeping outdoor rabbits warm during winter Give your rabbits plenty of hay and straw to make a bed with and replace any damp or …
Did you know rabbits are very fastidious when it comes to personal hygiene. If you observe a bunny closely you will witness their extreme cleaning routine. It is so precise and so lovely to watch them take such great care of themselves and their partners. You will witness them cleaning themselves many times, day and …
If you share your life with rabbits then you may be able to relate to the following statements which were made by bunny parents when asked to complete the question ‘You know you have a bunny when…’ You get woken up at precisely the same time every single morning by little feet bounding around your …
Have you ever thought what job your rabbit would do if they actually worked for a living? We asked our facebook followers ‘If your bunny had a job, what would they do?’ And here are their replies, to which we think any bunny parent can relate to. This hilarious list of jobs clearly sums up …
All bunnies are full of character and even though they all have their own personality, you will find they all do very similar things. This is especially so when it comes to making us laugh. Spending time with bunnies and observing their behaviour can be really entertaining. You will witness some of the funniest things …
When it comes to picking your rabbits diet there is an overwhelming variety of different food and treat options available, so how do you know which diet is best for your rabbit and are there any foods that you should avoid? Over recent years our knowledge of rabbit husbandry, behaviour, and veterinary care have greatly …
Please read Millie’s story and share it far and wide. Not just for her, but for all the bunnies stuck in hutches! Written by Love Paws Animal Rescue (@lovepawsrescue) My heart feels broken but almost a little relieved. I went out to walk the dogs and pick up some washing. When I got back Millie …
Fly strike is an extremely unpleasant condition and can affect our bunnies. No pet owner wants to see their beloved bunny suffering, so it’s important that we do all we can to protect them. And the best way to achieve this is by knowing how fly strike occurs. What is fly strike and how do …
Rabbits are very different to dogs and cats, because an illness that may not be serious for a dog or cat can be life threatening for a rabbit. This means that it is important for rabbit owners to be able to quickly recognise the signs of serious illness, so appropriate treatment can be provided. This …
Rabbit socialisation is essential if you want to effectively bond with your new rabbit. It will also determine how well your rabbit interacts with others of its own species or even other species, if you have other pets. Here are the basics of socialisation. Why is socialisation important? Before we discuss how you socialise your …
