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Rabbit CareMHRR's All-in-one Ultimate Rabbit Caresheet
HUSBANDRY Bunny Proofing Your Home - A quick guide Critter Cord Protector - A very cool idea for those buns who just can't resist power cables! Litter-box training - A VERY useful guide! Litter-box training encore - more tips & tricks from HRS. Sexing your rabbit - a helpful guide to determining your bunny's gender. Remember - rabbits up to 2 months can be difficult! Sexing an adult rabbit - This site has actual images of rabbit genitalia, zoomed in to help you see what it will actually look like. Rabbit Nail Trimming Guide - from the Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society. Cage ideas - explains and pictures all types of cages, from hutch to storebought to creating your own with storage cubes that can be purchased at Bed Bath & Beyond, Wal-mart or Target. Build an indoor bunny condo - Neat Idea Cubes or similar build-it-yourself shelf materials are available at many stores (see above for direct links). These cages are great because you can make them any size & shape to fit any room, and you can add to or change them at any time. You can even make an portable and collapsible exercise pen with them! Living in an ex-pen - One of the many cool ways a bunny can hang out in comfort. Rabbits & Allergies Bunny Toys - Bought at the pet store or elsewhere, hand-made or household items... no matter where you get it, these suggested toys can be lots of fun for your bun! Bunny Butt Bath - for bunz with troubles south of the border. Indoor & outdoor hazards for rabbits Hot weather hints - by the Onatario Rabbit Society Cooling tips (with pictures!) for hot weather from Binky Bunny Holiday hazards for rabbits Rabbits and other pets Rabbit Emergency Preparedness - a checklist and information on hurricane or other emergency preparations. Evacuation Planning with a Bunny by a New Orleans native who has evacuated with her rabbit and dog more than once. Ultimate rabbit care link pageHow to litterbox train your rabbit. How to build a bunny condo (one of many ways!) How to make a Bunny Burrito for nail trims, giving medicine, etc. (turn your volume up). HEALTH Louisiana Rabbit Vets - Baton Rouge & beyond Spaying & Neutering - why spay & neuter? Common Health Issues - a list of symptoms to watch for Bunny First Aid Kit - supplies to keep on hand in case of illness or injury. Herbs for Bunnies - Natural Remedies - A great site with lots of "natural" remedies for rabbits for everything from fleas to weepy eyes. Includes links for other animals and people too! The Bunny Hopline - your online rabbit veterinarian! Subscription required. Ultimate rabbit health link page Video on how to know if your bunny is sick plus other cool videos.NUTRITION Rabbit Nutrition - a brief article Good vs. Bad Foods - a list of foods that are good, acceptable, and to-be-avoidedBEHAVIOR Bunny Behavior Guide - a quick (printable) guide with photos to clue you in to your rabbit's language! The Language of Lagomorphs - A collection of articles explaining rabbit behavior including hierarchy, playtime, and inter-species relationships. Social Grooming - A great article on the role grooming plays in the hierarchy of rabbits, and how to use it to communicate with your rabbit. Understanding Your Bunny - bunny behaviors explained. Finding a friend for your rabbit - Things to consider, plus some tips & tricks on introductions. Also see video below. Bonding bunnies - How one family got an entire warren of rabbits to get along! When a rabbit loses a friend - What to do when your rabbit's bonded mate dies. Pet loss support for your rabbitFAQs when your rabbit loses its bunny friend. Clicker-train your rabbit - you know your rabbit is smart, but check out these athletes!AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR FAQs on Aggressive Rabbits - an answer to most types of aggressive behavior problems. Bunny Boot Camp - a great resource for handling those little rascals! Covers everything from not tolerating grooming and handling, not eating healthy food, to territorial aggression and spraying. Who wants a mean rabbit? - An article explaining the benefits of sharing your home with a feisty bunnyFEARFUL BEHAVIOR How To Build Trust & Tame A Rabbit some insight on how to handle a new or unusually shy bunny.BUNNIES & OTHER PETS Rabbits & Dogs A how-to from Wisconsin HRS.Bunny Dates - how to bond rabbits (turn your volume up). SHOPPING The BinkyBunny Store - we earn a commission on all new customers if you click here through our link! This site sells hay, feed, toys, books, and more. DrsFosterSmith.com - a great and reputable company offering a variety of quality products (for rabbits/small animals and more) and even health care tips. Also $5.99 flat shipping, no matter what you order, even 50lb bales of hay! wabbitworks.net - an awesome haybox and more items to come. Pets & People - a company specializing in the grids and flooring needed to build a great bunny condo! Leith Petwerks - a variety of bunny products including an awesome habitat. Dog.com - a good company to get ex-pens from (cheaper than most pet stores even after shipping!). Also try ferret.com for cages and toys.OTHER GOOD RESOURCES House Rabbit Society - a GREAT place on rabbit care, behavior, with lists acceptable treats and more. www.myhouserabbit.com - a helpful new resource on everything house bunny! Hot Topics- by ontariorabbits.org about how to care for your bunny. Includes everything from bunnies as classroom pets to how to keep your rabbit safe during the Christmas holidays (live trees are OK!).
Must-reads for every rabbit owner: Rabbits For Dummies and The first is a great go-to resource book for any questions you may have, and the second is a very condensed version, a very good read if you're thinking of bringing home your first bunny! Rabbit Health in the 21st Century by Kathy Smith This book might not look so fancy, but it has a great deal of compiled information on rabbit health. House Rabbit Handbook - How to live with an Urban Rabbit by Marinell Harriman Excellent book for basic & advanced readers. Overall very well written and extremely informative. Rabbit Health, Husbandry & Diseases by Virginia Richardson Overview of rabbit husbandry, nutritional requirements. Clinical examination describes various diseases, their diagnosis & treatment. Behavior, anesthesia, surgery & zoonotic aspects. A definite must have for every rabbit owner. Other very good choices: The Relaxed Rabbit � Massage for your pet bunny by Chandra Mira Beal, RMT & Maia: Through dozens of photos and illustrations you�ll learn: How to massage your rabbit from nose to toes - Basic anatomy & physiology - How to address specific health & behavior issues. Wonderful book for rabbit owners who love to do something good for their pet bun themselves, specially for rabbits with handicaps. Textbook of Rabbit Medicine by Frances Harcourt � Brown Comprehensive, in-depth coverage of the health of the domestic rabbit � detailed and explicit line artwork provides clear understanding of physiological processes � A practical evidence-based resource for the effective treatment of rabbits, especially those in critical condition. A little pricey, but worth every penny for serious rabbit owners. Other choices to read just for fun, to refresh the mind and for the cute photos we all love: The Simple Guide to Rabbits by Bobby Land The Essential Rabbit by Betsy Sikora Sino Rabbit Handbook by David Taylor The Rabbit Handbook by Karen Gendron Rabbits Complete Care made Easy by Virginia Parker Guidry Hop to it by Samantha Hunter Rabbits by Monika Wegler (Barron�s) |
