Why can’t I vaccinate my rabbit against Myxomatosis?
The myxoma virus which causes myxomatosis is now widespread across the Australian environment which places domestic rabbits at risk of...
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Do I need to trim my rabbit’s nails?
Rabbits’ nails should be trimmed as required with cat/rabbit nail trimmers, if they are growing too long. Keeping nails at... -
What should I feed my rabbits?
Rabbits are herbivores (they eat plant material). In the wild, they eat predominantly grass, grazing for up to 6-8 hours... -
Can I keep guinea pigs and rabbits in the same enclosure?
Rabbits and guinea pigs should not be housed together in the same enclosure. While they are often regarded as similar,... -
What are common health problems in rabbits?
The following is a list of the most common ailments and diseases that can affect your rabbit. It’s very important... -
My rabbit keeps biting me, what should I do?
Rabbits are timid, gentle, curious, and affectionate if given the opportunity. However, they lack the ability to communicate directly with... -
What is myxomatosis and how do I protect my rabbit from it?
Myxomatosis is caused by the myxoma virus, a poxvirus spread between rabbits by close contact and biting insects such as... -
What is rabbit calicivirus and how do I protect my rabbit from rabbit haemorrhagic disease?
Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) is caused by the rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus (RHDV), a type of calicivirus which is fatal... -
How do I care for my rabbits?
There are about 30 breeds of rabbits, ranging in colours, shapes, and sizes. The most popular breeds are the Dwarf... -
What companionship do rabbits need?
Rabbits are a social species and have evolved to live in groups. In the wild, rabbits do not live alone.... -
How can I socialise my rabbits with people and other rabbits?
Socialising with people Rabbits are affectionate and lovable creatures who can bond with their owners. But, as a prey species,... -
Why should I desex my rabbits?
Desexing has numerous benefits for both male and female pet rabbits including reducing problem behaviours, facilitating easier bonding with new... -
How can I keep my rabbits safe against household hazards?
Many rabbits are kept indoors, with free range of the house and even parts of the yard, but these unsupervised... -
What dental problems do rabbits get?
Dental anatomy and function Rabbits have continuously growing incisor and cheek teeth without true anatomical roots. Incisors (front teeth) Rabbits... -
How do I groom my rabbits?
Long-haired rabbits have been prized for many years. But, like long-haired dogs and cats, few people appreciate the effort that... -
Where should I keep my rabbits?
Rabbits can be housed indoors, outdoors, or a combination of both. There are some basic considerations for housing, and then... -
Can rabbits get heat stress?
Many people mistakenly believe that, because feral rabbits seem to thrive in Australia, rabbits must be heat tolerant. The truth... -
How do I litter train my rabbit?
Rabbits have two kinds of faeces; caecotrophs (which they eat); and small, firm globe-shaped pellets approximately the size of a... -
How can I keep my rabbit entertained, alert, and interested in their surroundings?
Environmental enrichment has been defined as “the stimulation of the brain by its physical and social surroundings in an attempt... -
What does my rabbit’s body language mean?
A rabbit’s body language can be subtle, so it’s not always easy to accurately read how they’re feeling. It is...