Rabbits
Herbs for Rabbits
Basil: Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, mild pain reliever, helps preven infections, promotes fur and skin health.
Parsley: Relieving pain for arthritis, reduce the likelihood of cardiovascular disease, protection against digestive disorders and urinary infections.
Fennel: Reduces gas in the digestive system. Helps with symptoms of respiratory illness. Fennel seed extract aids can prevent kidney disease.
Thyme: Good for diarrhea. The stems and leaves are ideal for a a digestive remedy, for stomach ache, chills and associated diarrhea. Expels worms. Harvest before and during flowering in summer discard the woody stems.Thyme contains caffeic acid and luteolin which gives it a antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory uses. It also has a blood thinning agent that can help in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Thyme can also be used to alleviate the symptoms of respiratory illnesses and reduce fever in rabbits.
Sage: This herb gives rabbits an overall boost to their health. It can be used to treat mild inflammation, aid in digestive health and reduce fever.
Oregano : Immune booster, it contains geraniol and rosmarinic acid that work to against tumors and carcinogens. This herb is also anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, helping rabbits to have protection against infections.
Dill: Dill is packed full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Rosemary: Lowers blood pressure. Ideal for exhaustion, weakness, and depression in rabbits. The stems and leaves invigorate the circulation, stimulate the digestion and are good for cold conditions.
Lavender : Circulation problems, relieves stress and exhaustion. Capable in assisting with inducing labor or expelling placental material etc. Use with caution and sparingly in extreme cases only. The flowers act as a mild tranquilizer, acting upon the heart in easing blood pressure rather than acting upon the brain as an anti-stimulant. Great for stressed out rabbits.
Deadly Food for Rabbits
Yogurt Drops
Bread, Pasta, Cookies, and Crackers
Avocado
Cereal
Iceberg Lettuce
Silverbeet
Hamster Food
Chocolate
Potatoes
Cooked Food
Cauliflower
Housing a Rabbit
A safe secure hutch that offers protection from the weather. This includes shade from the sun and complete protection from rain and wind.
A hutch should have a minimum of 0.6 m² floor space and a minimum of 0.5 m in height.
The rabbit needs to be able to hop from one end to the other comfortably and lie down full length without touching the sides. Very importantly, it also has to be able to sit up on its haunches and look around.
A good cage should have protection from all predators. Rabbits are food to many creatures such as dogs, snakes, wild cats, rats and raptor birds like owls.
Rabbits must always be protected from heat.
You Asked, We Answered
Can I keep two rabbits together?
Yes, as long as both rabbits are de-sexed and are introduced correctly. They are best kept in pairs of neutered male and spayed female.
What type of bedding is best for rabbits?
The traditional rabbit bedding is wood shavings or sawdust, however, studies have shown this to cause liver disease in rabbits. I use eragrostis for bedding.
Why do some rabbits have red eyes?
Red eye whites or known as REW, is only related to albinism, if the rabbit has white fur.
How many babies can a Doe rabbit have?
The average lifespan of a pet rabbit is between 8 and 14 years, but certain breed live longer then others. Miniature or dwarf breeds of rabbits tend to live longer than giant breeds.typically live to be in double digits, while large breeds, like French lops and Flemish giants, won't.
What is the lifespan of a rabbit?
The average lifespan of a pet rabbit is between 8 and 14 years, but certain breed live longer then others. Miniature or dwarf breeds of rabbits tend to live longer than giant breeds. They typically live to be in double digits, while large breeds, like French lops and Flemish giants, won't.
Why are some rabbits bones so fragile?
House bunnies, restricted from sunlight and eating a diet low in calcium, cannot maintain calcium levels, and therefore obtain calcium from the bone. Bone then weakens, resulting in dental disease.
What is the correct and adequate diet for a rabbit?
Fresh, clean drinking water and good quality hay or grass should make up the majority of your rabbits' diet. You can supplement with leafy greens and a small amount of pellets. A rabbit should get 100g of pellets a day per rabbit.
Root vegetables such as carrots or fruit, should only be given in small portions as a treat, as rabbits don't naturally eat these type of foods.
Why is your rabbit having aggression problems?
Rabbit aggression towards humans usually means they're scared, this can result in biting. A rabbit could also bite because they have a bad temperament, or because their hormones are raging,
Why does my rabbit try to mate with my feet / soft toy / cushion / another rabbit?
Female rabbits may sometimes mount others as a sign of dominance but generally speaking this behaviour is seen in unneutered male rabbits. This is very frustrating for your rabbit so it is kindest to have him neutered.
Why is my rabbit drooling?
This might be caused by over grown teeth, make sure to give your rabbit chew toys for the reason that their teeth never stops growing.
Why does my rabbit have bald spots on its back feet?
Sore hocks: This indicates to me that your rabbit living area is on mesh and is without bedding or is living on a very hard surface. If the bald spots become red or inflamed, they will need to be treated.