Articles on Pet Rabbits

How to Prevent Uterine Disease in Rabbits

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Rabbits generally make healthy pets, though certain breeds have a high chance of developing uterine cancer. Spaying rabbits will decrease the risk of uterine disease... more »

How to Provide Your Rabbit With a Healthy Diet

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Here I'll explain to you the best diet you can give your house rabbit, allowing your rabbit to live its full 7-12 year life span... more »

How to Purchase a Pure Breed Rabbit

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Purchasing a rabbit from a licensed breeder guarantees you are getting a healthy pet. Pure breed rabbits come in several varieties. Knowing the kind of rabbit you have and its specific needs will help you be a better owner... more »

How to remove urine stains from rabbit pen

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To remove urine stain in the pen of your rabbit. 1. Mix 50% white vinegar with water . 2. Wash stain area with the vinegar & water mixture using a brush or broom. 3. White urine stain will be removed. 4. Wash with fresh water when ... more »

How to Spay or Neuter Your Rabbit

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When rabbits enter puberty at approximately 3 months of age, they are capable of reproducing. Separate male and female rabbits to prevent them from reproducing. It's a good idea to spay female and neuter male rabbits. Both male and female rabbits ... more »

How to Tame a Wild Rabbit

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While most rabbits are cute and cuddly, wild rabbits can be dangerous. If you find a wild rabbit that's in environmental danger and want to help it, you can try to tame the rabbit and assist with its relocation... more »

How to Train Your Rabbit

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Rabbits are incredibly intelligent creatures. Many teach themselves to use a litter box; others need a bit of guidance. Most rabbits learn after just a short period of repetition to understand certain words, phrases, or commands. Don't expect ... more »

How to Train Your Rabbit Not to Chew or Dig Household Items

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Rabbits love to chew and dig; it's part of their nature, and house rabbits are no different. But there are ways to get them to stop chewing or digging to the point of destruction... more »

How to Trim Your Rabbit's Toenails

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It's not always easy to clip a rabbit's nails, especially if you're by yourself. Here are two ways to make nail trimming as painless as possible for you and your rabbit. If you have bonded and your rabbit trusts you, this will make trimming his ... more »

How to Bond With Your Rabbit

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Rabbits are prey animals, hunted by both humans and other animals, so they are very cautious when it comes to trusting. You will need to spend a lot of time with your rabbit companion to earn his trust, so you can develop a strong, loving ... more »

How to Breed Rabbits

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Rabbits are good animals for children to raise and show when you have limited space. Rabbits can also provide a good source of meat for your family... more »

How to Buy a Rabbit as a Gift

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You might be tempted to snatch up a furry little rabbit from the pet shop, especially around Easter. But bunnies can be difficult pets, and it's best to think it over before giving one as a gift... more »

How to Care for a Bunny

By Denise Oliveri

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Bunnies are so cute. That is what makes families want to keep them as pets. Are you up to the challenge of caring for your bunny properly? Follow these steps and she will live a long and happy life as part of your family... more »

How to Care for Chinchillas

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These fur-bearing relatives of the guinea pig and porcupine make excellent pets, though they're shy and easily frightened. Most live 8 to 10 years; some can live to 18... more »

How to Clean Your Rabbit's Cage or Play Area

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Rabbits are very clean animals, but their urine can acquire a strong, ammonialike smell in a matter of hours. This odor can damage your rabbit's respiratory system and cause pneumonia, which can be fatal. Be sure to clean your rabbit's cage, play ... more »

How to Correctly Pick Up and Hold Your Rabbit

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It's important to pick up and hold your rabbit correctly so you do not injure him, or worse yet break his back. Before you try to lift your rabbit, kneel on the floor, speak softly and pet him gently... more »

How to Groom Your Rabbit

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To help keep your rabbit healthy, follow a good grooming program... more »

How to Introduce Your Rabbit to People

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Rabbits are very sociable creatures. They enjoy interacting with their human companions once they learn to trust them (see the Bond With Your Rabbit eHow). Their social nature makes most rabbits happiest when they have a rabbit companion or ... more »

How to Keep a Rabbit Cool in Summer

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During the hot summer months people escape the heat by going into air conditioning, finding some shade or jumping into a pool. Your rabbit needs to escape the heat as well, but they require your help to do it. As a pet owner it's up to you to ... more »

How to Keep Your Rabbit Healthy

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Rabbits are delicate creatures and require a lot of care. It's important that you bond with your rabbit and get to know his habits and behavior, as well as the contours of his body, so you can recognize changes immediately. Rabbits generally hide ... more »

How to Litter Train a Rabbit

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Rabbits usually pick one area, such as a corner, to use as their toilet. With a little patience, you can train your pet to use a litter box... more »

How to Litterbox Train Your Rabbit

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Rabbits are very intelligent. They make wonderful house pets for adult households. If you supply the litterbox and some gentle guidance, many rabbits will practically train themselves to use it. You can use a plastic Rubbermaid tub that is ... more »

How to Make a Bunny Box

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Is your bunny chewing your furniture, digging up your carpet, and scratching at your floors? A bunny box might just be the answer! In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a simple toy for your rabbit that will keep her or him stimulated, ... more »

How to Make Nutritional Rabbit Treats

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A pet rabbit needs variety in it's diet, just like any other pet, but ready-made treats are expensive. Make your own nutritional rabbit treats at home following these steps... more »

How to Play With Your Rabbit

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The more you get on the floor and play with your rabbit, the more he will consider you his playmate, especially if he doesn't have a rabbit companion. This is a great bonding time, and you will see him do things you didn't think rabbits could do ... more »

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