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SPECIES GUIDERabbits
Starting life with a rabbit: why isn't a hutch enough?Rabbits want to run, jump, dig and be with their companions. According to the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund, a pair of rabbits needs a space of at least 3 m × 2 m × 1 m. What you need to know to get off to the right start.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
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What do rabbits eat? Why hay matters so much, and the right proportionsNot carrots, hay! Unlimited hay is essential for a rabbit's teeth and digestion. The 85 percent hay, 10 percent greens, 5 percent pellets split recommended by the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund, plus safe greens.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
BEHAVIORRabbits
Why shouldn't rabbits live alone? Choosing a companion and introductionsResearch shows that rabbits living alone suffer from stress and loneliness. How to find the right companion for your rabbit, neutering, and the safe way to introduce them.4 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
HOME SAFETYRabbits
Rabbit-proofing your home: cables, plants and slippery floorsRabbits are curious and chew everything. A step-by-step checklist for protecting cables, moving toxic plants out of reach, covering slippery floors and keeping your rabbit busy.6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
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Rabbit body language: what binkies, flops and thumps meanRabbits look quiet, but their bodies say a lot. The midair "binky", flopping over on one side, thumping a back foot and the position of the ears: rabbit body language according to the RSPCA.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
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Rabbits in hot weather: preventing heatstroke and summer checksRabbits don't sweat and can't cool down by panting like dogs, so they are very vulnerable to heatstroke in summer. Shade, ice bottles, cool floors, daily checks and what to do in an emergency.6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
CARERabbits
How to hold a rabbit: picking up, building trust and childrenRabbits are prey animals, and being lifted off the ground can frighten them. How to hold a rabbit safely according to the RSPCA, what you should never do, and rabbits with children.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →
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Why do rabbits dig and chew? Dig boxes, safe branches and toysDigging and chewing are part of a rabbit's nature; instead of banning them, steer them to the right place. How to set up a dig box at home, and which branches and toys are safe?7 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →
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Litter training a rabbit: where does the box go, and what goes in it?In nature, rabbits always go to the toilet in the same places; that's why most rabbits take to a litter box easily. Step-by-step litter training with the right spot, safe litter and regular cleaning.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →
HOME SAFETYRabbits
Rabbits in the yard: a safe outdoor space against predators, escapes and garden chemicalsA yard offers a rabbit grass, sunshine and earth to dig; but predators, digging out and garden chemicals are there too. How to build a safe outdoor space with the right wire, sturdy locks, digging barriers and supervision.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →
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Rabbits in cold weather: winter housing, bedding, water and bringing them indoorsRabbits are hardier in the cold than people think; but a damp, drafty shelter and frozen water make life hard for them. What you need to know to get an outdoor rabbit's shelter ready for winter, keep an eye on its water and, if needed, bring it indoors safely.8 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →
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Rabbit grooming: brushing, molting and nail checksRabbits keep themselves clean, but they need your help when they molt. How often should you brush, which brush should you use, why shouldn't rabbits be bathed, and how do you check their nails?7 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →
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Can you train a rabbit? Clicker training, coming when called and getting into the carrierRabbits are curious animals that learn through rewards. How do you start clicker training, what should you teach first, and what do you do if your rabbit gets scared? Advice from the RSPCA and Blue Cross.6 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →
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Introducing two rabbits: a step-by-step bonding guideRabbits are social, but they also defend their territory; putting two strange rabbits together all at once can end in a fight. A step-by-step introduction, from side-by-side pens to neutral ground and what to do if a fight breaks out.7 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →
CARERabbits
Traveling with rabbits: carriers, car trips and leaving them with a sitterRabbits don't enjoy traveling; on vacation, they're usually best off at home with someone you trust. The right carrier for vet trips, staying safe in the car, and what to leave for the sitter.6 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →
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