Rabbits don’t have an efficient cooling system. They also have dense fur coats. So, you may wonder if it is safe to leave your rabbits outside during the summer or when the temperature is high. Rabbits don’t tolerate heat well and are vulnerable to dying from heatstroke. Rabbits can overheat […]

Rabbits have whiskers on the mouth, cheeks, nose, and above the eyes. Their whiskers are the same length as the width of their bodies. Rabbit whiskers are vital sensory tools and should never be cut. Whiskers help rabbits measure the girth of passageways and openings in the dark. The sensory […]

Rabbits, whether running free in the wild or kept at home as domesticated pets, are nervous and anxious animals. Rabbits can become stressed because they’re so vulnerable. Even the most empathetic owner will spend many hours trying to reduce stress in rabbits. Start with some gentle verbal reassurance. Wait for […]

According to the popular saying; ‘rabbits poop every time they hop.’ While this is a slight exaggeration, rabbits do poop more often than most other household pets. Rabbits produce more than a hundred poop pellets per day due to their high-fiber diet. Rabbits urinate between 2 and 8 times per […]

Determining if a rabbit is sick isn’t always easy, so we look for sudden temperature changes. Naturally, a rabbit with cold ears is likely to be a source of concern. In the wild, rabbits are at the bottom of the food chain, and are innately predisposed to hide their injuries […]

If your rabbit’s head is tilted, you’ll need to act fast. As well as being painful, head tilt (torticollis) can be very limiting. Simple tasks like eating, drinking, and grooming can become impossible. Head tilt can sometimes result in death. However, if it is treated early, and proper aftercare is […]

Rabbits poop a lot due to their fiber-rich diet. But we don’t tend to take much notice until a rabbit stops pooping altogether. If she’s not pooping at all, then you have a constipated rabbit. Remove dry food from her hutch and encourage more exercise. A teaspoon of olive oil […]

Bleeding in rabbits can usually be treated. Paying attention to your rabbit’s physical state is critical as some conditions can be life-threatening. Blood in your rabbits, urine, stools, or vaginal discharge indicates there’s an internal problem that requires immediate veterinary attention. Reasons for bleeding in rabbits include hematuria (blood in […]

If your rabbit is making strange noises when breathing, you’re bound to be concerned about her wellness. Wheezing is particularly worrying because it suggests your rabbit is struggling to breathe. If your rabbit is wheezing, mouth breathing, or tilting the head, then she’s struggling to breathe. Also, nostril-flaring is a […]