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 Bringing home your first bunnie?Her is some tips on how to care for him/her.

Rabbit Tips-
Read all you can about rabbits.
  • Consider becoming a member of The American Rabbit Breeders Association A.R.B.A.and joining American Netherland Dwarf Rabbit Club A.N.D.R.C.or your breeds specialty club.
  • Become active in your local 4-H club.
  • Purchase the best stock you can afford from reliable breeders.
  • Dont be surprised if a breeder wont part with his "very best animals".
    • Asking for a bred doe is acceptable.
    • As in all things, the "best" is often worth the wait.
    • Ask questions before you buy.
    • Sprinkle hutch roof to help cool in summer.
    • Keep everything clean!
    • Keep good records.
    • Wean litter mates one at a time.
    • Handle your rabbit every day.
    • Frozen water bottles, placed inside the cage helps keep bunny cool.
    • Do not breed immature does.
    • Never take a buck to the does cage for breeding. Take the doe to the buck.
    • Avoid buying animals that show signs of disease or injury.
    • Only breed animals that are in prime condition.
    • Dont disturb a new doe and litter right away.
    • Dont wean kits until at least 6 week of age.

    Ok enough of the tips now its time for the "Rabbit Care"

    Water

    Every rabbit should have access to fresh clean water at all times. Without water a rabbit will not eat.

    Pellets

    A good quality pelleted rabbit feed is essential for maintaining good health. Pellets should make up about 80% of your rabbits diet. Young rabbits under the age of 4 month should have fresh pellets available at all times. As the rabbit matures you may need to limit the amount of pellets daily. A good basic measure for feeding an adult is 1 ounce of pellets for every pound of bunny.

    Hay is also essential for a healthy rabbit's diet. Hay provides fiber which helps to keep bunnies stomach in good working order. All rabbits should have access to fresh, clean hay at all times. Babies in the nest boxes will nibble hay as their first solid food. Rabbits are naturally grazers. Feeding hay everyday helps to satisfy their urge to chew.

    A great mail order source for Superior Mixed Grasses is
    Oxford Meadows Hay Co.
     
     

    Treats

    It's alright to give your adult bunny treats now and then, as long as they are given in limited amounts. Babies under 4 months old shouldn't be given treats.

    Good Treats (in limited amounts)
    Basil, Beet Greens, Bok Choy, Pineapple, Carrots & Carrot Tops, Cilantro, Clover, Collard Greens, Dandelion Greens, Dandelion Flowers, Endive, Escarole, Green Peppers, Kale, Mint, Mustard Greens, Parsley, Peppermint Leaves, Radish Tops, Raspberry Leaves, Apples, Melons, Peaches, Plums, Strawberry, Blueberry, Blackberry & Raspberry leaves, Cherios, Shredded wheat, Oatmeal, Banana.

    Bad Treats (in any amounts)
    Alfalfa, Lettuce or cabbage, Candy, Celery, Broccoli, Corn, Dried fruit, Nuts, Sugar

     

    Special Diets *

    The following are some different foods found useful for syringe feeding rabbits
    who for one reason or another cannot eat the normal diet.


    Pellet mush
    Grind pellets until they are powdery.
    Mix 1/2 cup of pellets with 1 jar of baby food (spinach, sweet potato, pea)
    Add pedialyte or water as needed for correct consistency
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     I found this on http://Islandgems.net it is a REALLY great web page!

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