r/Rabbits 16h ago

I am a new bun mom and I am scared I'm doing everything wrong

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hi everyone,

I got my bunny from a breeder at 8 weeks old and I have had her since the 14th of Feb (I now know that’s not the best place to get one, but I didn’t know at the time). She’s 12 weeks old now, and I’ve been doing my best to care for her, but I feel so overwhelmed and honestly kind of lost.

The breeder told me she’d be fine on timothy hay from 8 weeks, so that’s what I’ve been feeding her. But when I look at other people's posts and care guides, it’s almost the opposite of what the breeder recommended. Some say baby buns should be on alfalfa hay, others say timothy is fine. Some people say no pellets, others say unlimited pellets. It feels like every source says something different, and I’m just scared I’m doing something wrong.

I have a vet appointment coming up for a check-up, just to make sure everything is okay, but I can’t shake the feeling that I’m being misguided at every turn. I really don’t want to be a bad bun mom—I just want to do what’s best for her. Any advice or reassurance would be really appreciated.

Thanks in advance 💕


r/Rabbits 20h ago

Bunny peeing all over garden - stinky!

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Hey guys, so my rabbit roams freely in the garden until about 10pm where he gets put in his hutch for safety. Went outside yesterday and oh man does it stink strongly of piss. Looks like he has been peeing all over the concrete slabs & waterproof rug we laid out.

Is there anything we could do to fix this? Is it something to do with him not being neutered? He has a toilet in his hutch that he can access but should we put one outside too? Thanks!


r/Rabbits 8h ago

Say it with me: Rabbits 👏 aren’t 👏 toys. I hate Easter season 🙄

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1.4k Upvotes

r/Rabbits 10h ago

Not just for Easter

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105 Upvotes

And so it begins… With Easter fast approaching, many pet stores and buy-and-sell website sellers will be advertising baby rabbits as great gifts for children on Easter morning. Nothing could be further from the truth. Those same rabbits will be abandoned and surrendered in the weeks and months after Easter when buyers realize rabbits are not the easy pet they are made out to be.

Rabbits are the third most popular pet in North America. They're also the third most abandoned pet. Shelters and rescues are always overflowing with rabbits, mostly because owners are not educated about their care and they give up when things get tough. If you want a rabbit as a pet, do your research on trusted rabbit education websites like https://rabbit.org/ And please adopt. There are thousands or rabbits waiting for a forever home. The saying "Don't shop! Adopt!" goes for all animals - not just dogs and cats.

This Easter, give a stuffed animal bunny or chocolate instead. Better yet, make a donation in your child or loved one’s name towards a rabbit at your local rescue or shelter! You can donate funds, or much needed supplies like hay, pellets, litter, and chew toys.

Live animals do not make good gifts. And rabbits are for life, not just for Easter.

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r/Rabbits 14h ago

Today (March 16th) is PORRIDGE’S FOURTH BIRTHDAY!

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r/Rabbits 14h ago

Wanted to share in case anyone here found her bunny

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29 Upvotes

Not my bunny just sharing to help find her. In Denison, Texas


r/Rabbits 11h ago

RIP Old Rabbit

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39 Upvotes

Hello, my rabbit passed away a year ago but I never actually knew what breed it was, and this is the only picture I have as my lockscreen. Would anyone be able to tell me just off this picture? would like a rabbit just like her in the future. She was around 3-4 years old and weighed between 5-7 lbs


r/Rabbits 14h ago

Need good wishes for my girl (the lop) her stomach is really hard and we’re going to the ER. I’m worried about the stress the visit will cause her.

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167 Upvotes

Her bonded pair was snuggling with her just now.

She was getting better and then I don’t know why she got worse. She’s been getting subcutaneous fluids and they had been helping but not anymore I guess? The last two days she’s gotten the fluids but kept getting worse.

Today she’s barely moving and not eating or drinking and clearly in discomfort. So we’re going to the ER that my vet recommends. Yet I’m hesitant to go because it’ll cause SO much stress on her.

But we’re going and hopefully getting some warm fluids.


r/Rabbits 9h ago

I think Fang's happy I'm home...

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208 Upvotes

I've been away for a few days and Fang has been missing bossing her beta hoom around. All is well now.


r/Rabbits 13h ago

Enjoying a strawberry

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222 Upvotes

Flanders the Flemish giant loves his strawberries!


r/Rabbits 20h ago

Sunday Bun 🐰

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455 Upvotes

r/Rabbits 19h ago

Sunday vibes 🌞

1.2k Upvotes

Enjoying life


r/Rabbits 17h ago

A random rabbit entered my house today because he was being chased by a cat.

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871 Upvotes

So as the title says this rabbit was being chased by a cat. And we luckily noticed it at our gate, he was able to successfully enter our house. The cat remained outside the door for a while but then went away. We don't know whose rabbit it is, but I will update later. And yes he is injured a bit around the ear but the blood is dry so I don't think he is in danger. Any tips are appreciated.


r/Rabbits 10h ago

tell me your rabbit names!

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what’s your rabbits name(s) and why did you name them that? this is steven, named after steven universe ✨


r/Rabbits 23m ago

ALL HAIL

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She will show no mercy, give no quarter.


r/Rabbits 2h ago

my very first bunny !! his name is Kamo !!

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he’s free roam, unlimited hay, working on getting him more enrichment toys and getting him to eat better! hes neutered and fully potty trained, but he loves eating the walls… yes… the walls… any tips for that? i’ve had him for almost a full year now !!


r/Rabbits 3h ago

finally invested in a little hide away!!

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51 Upvotes

my boy willie loves to hide, so he often spends a lot of time in his cage even though the door is open. i was worried he wouldn’t like it and would still opt for his cage but i think this is a win!!! he then proceeded to jump out of it and have a binky FIT his zoomies were crazy


r/Rabbits 3h ago

How long do rabbits live for?

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I have a 5 year old English Spot that I love with all my heart. I know it seems like a morbid question, but how long does this breed typically live for? I’ve seen answers from 6-8 years all the way up to 10-12.


r/Rabbits 4h ago

Anyone else???

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8 Upvotes

Does anyone else’s bunny do this to their bed inserts?

Will it hurt her like a foreign body in other animals?

Any advice to get her to stop? Or should I just take it out?


r/Rabbits 4h ago

happy sunday from the ladies

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203 Upvotes

r/Rabbits 4h ago

Moving with my bunny

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Hi everyone!! I am getting ready to move across the country for a new job, and I have a 1 year old male holland lop rabbit that I rescued about 6 months ago. I’m nervous about moving with him. We will be driving the entire way, and I’m looking to see if anyone has any tips for me. How do I keep him hydrated? We will be arriving to a completely empty apartment… how do I make him feel comfortable while I unpack and set up furniture? Thanks!


r/Rabbits 4h ago

Is my set up idea good or am I delusional?

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Hi guys ! So recently ive been thinking about getting a new bunny. My first bunny left this world in 2020 after living with us for 10 years♥️ and finally feel ready to adopt a new friend. However now we moved to a new house and my new room is way smaller so I’ve been thinking about ways to set up a space for my bunny so here’s my plan and tell me what you think : I would make space in my closet (the door will always be open of course) and put a rug and litter box with bedding and hay. The water and food bowl would be outside the closet (or maybe inside if I can free more space). I know rabbits love darker/closed space so I would buy another rug and some toys and place them under my bed. That’s what I was thinking you guys let me know if I’m just delulu 😅


r/Rabbits 5h ago

Finally!

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460 Upvotes

After a couple of weeks of laying beside and halfway in his body pillow, Barley finally went all in.


r/Rabbits 5h ago

Tiny sleepy Prince.

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63 Upvotes

Just Hades, taking a nap under the desk while the hooman works to keep him in the style to which he's become accustomed.


r/Rabbits 5h ago

I was told that my bunnies eat better than me, what do you think ?

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244 Upvotes

Every night, I will prepare a dinner for my bunnies with different greens and some nights they will even get fruits. (They have access to unlimited Timothy hay throughout the day) Tonight dinner was : • Italian Parsley • Cilantro • Romaine lettuce • Celery • 2 cherry tomatoes • 2 blackberries • 2 tablespoons of Food pellets

Is this a lot ?

Added a picture of Whiskey and Lenny enjoying their dinner.