>> |
Anonymous
Well, I adore my bunnies, so... First, check www.rabbit.org Second, buy the House Rabbit Handbook. Rabbit behavior is different from that of a cat or a dog. First, you have to understand his habits. Rabbits are crepuscular, which means, they're more active at dawn and dusk. During the day, from around 9-10 to 4-6 o'clock, they will be taking a nap, preferably on a dark spot, like under your couch. Another thing, not all rabbits like to be picked up. You will have to get him used to that to brush him or trim his nails, but that's not how they like to relate to humans. They love to be petted on the head. The best thing is for you to lay down and let him come to you in his own terms, rabbits are curious and they will come to sniff you. As for litterbox habits, the best thing you can do is to neuter/spay when he/she is old enough. Rabbits tend to go in the same spot, but when puberty comes, they will mark their territory. Also territorial poops are to be expected. Until they're one year old you can give alfalfa hay and alfalfa pellets, since they're growing. After that timothy hay or oat hay and timothy pellets. My favorite brand is oxbow, since it has a lot of fiber. It's important that the rabbit has access to hay all the time. Also, rabbit proof your house. Rabbits have to chew all the time because their teeth keep growing. So, *everything* especially what is on the floor is game for them. Electrical cords can be dangerous for them and you obviously don't want a chewed cord. Get cardboard boxes, wicker and wood toys for them to chew and play. Also, don't give seeds or milk treats even if they're sold *for rabbits.*
|