Rabbits need regular vet-care and proper attention. They need a vet who specializes in exotic and small animals, and one who is well-versed with the herbivores and their digestive system.
So, our venture to look out for one such special vet began in full swing. Bengaluru is blessed with many vets and hospitals for small animals, and we were lucky to find one of our likings. While we were still researching, we hired the services of home pet care service for a regular checkup and basic grooming of our bunnies. It was a great experience and the Doctor was kind enough to point out the basic care techniques for our little friends.
Young rabbits bond well, not only with their owners but also among themselves! Our bunnies were twin duo, 3-4 months old, and males. They were bound to get territorial and aggressive as they grew, so we were warned.
Our hearts wrenched when the tiny ones underwent the neutering procedure. The doctor was friendly, gentle, and quite experienced. As we brought home our still unconscious darlings, the feeling of being responsible ‘Pet Parents’ dawned upon us. We were well-equipped with the after-care kit and instructions, and luckily our dearies recovered very quickly, hale and hearty and more lovable now.
Spaying/Neutering of Rabbits
It is always preferable to spay or neuter a rabbit. Male rabbits are neutered, usually when they are 3-5 months old, and female rabbits are spayed around 4-6 months of age. The procedure is safe when performed by an expert.
Benefits of spaying/neutering your bunny
- Longer life-span
- Health benefits and reduced cancer and urinary tract infections risk
- Calmer and loving bunnies, easier to bond and litter-train
- Less prone to aggressive and territorial behavior
Vaccinations for Rabbits
- Some dreadful viruses are out there threatening our furry friends, and to safeguard our bunnies from those, we need to vaccinate our rabbits.
- Rabbits need to be vaccinated when they are 7 to 10 weeks-old and annually thereafter.
- The vaccination is quick, simple, and easy. The vet also provides a certificate for the vaccination administered.
When do Rabbits need Vet Attention?
Although routine vet visits (once or twice a year) are important for the overall good health of rabbits, one should always be watchful of those warning signs that need immediate attention.
Rush to your reliable vet care if your rabbit-
- Stops eating.
- Stops pooping.
- Is having breathing difficulties.
- Is drooling.
- Is sneezing or there is discharge from the nose or eyes.
- Is limping.
- Becomes very lethargic.
- Develops diarrhea.
- Tilts the head to its side or upside down.
The Routine Care of our Buddies
| Task | Frequency |
| Provide fresh water, food, and lots of hay | Daily |
| Exercise and playtime | Daily |
| Hairbrush and removing excess fur | Twice a week |
| Cleaning the litter box | Daily |
| Clean and disinfect the cage | Once a week |
| Nail trimming | Every 1-2 months |
| Bathing | Preferably Never |
| Spot Cleaning | As and when required |
The routine grows on you as do the cuties who depend on you to take care of them. In return, they shower you with their abundant unconditional love.
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Caring for rabbits is indeed like caring for a baby. Keep them fed, clean them daily and make sure they get vaccinated too!
Very true Varsh 😊 Thankyou so much for reading 😊
I’m surprised to read bathing is never. Also I’m just curious. Are they always kept as a pair or do people adopt one single rabbit too.
They can be adopted as one single rabbit too, but in pair is preferred as they like to stay in company 😊
Bathing is traumatic for them. They can go to shock if immersed in water. Spot cleaning or drying them immediately after a quick cleaning is a good idea.
Thankyou so much for reading Sonia 😊
This was new knowledge for me, thanks
Thankyou Pooja!
Having pets is such an immersive experience and having two of them adds to it. They look so cute!
Thankyou so much Kiranmayi 😊
Interesting rabbitty titbits!
Was quite taken up with their daily routine!
So how do you guys take ip the daily exercise and play activities? Do they get to come out of the cage?
They are free roam bunnies so they have their daily dose of exercise running around the house, playing with us and binkying around 😊
Am sure taking care of a rabbit would require a lot. They are quite a sensitive pet.
Very true Charu! Thankyou so much!
Caring for rabbits is indeed a task… my friend got rabbit recently and struggling hard.. i m sharing your post with her, its really helpful
Thankyou so much Yogita! I hope your friend finds these posts helpful 😊
I’ve looked after dogs, cats, fish, a turtle, parrot, lovebirds et al but never a rabbit. I love how detailed this post was explaining everything for newbies like me
That’s quite a variety of pets you have interacted with! Maybe Rabbits could be next on your list 😊
Thankyou so much for dropping by!
Lovely rabbit you’ve got there. I’ve got Guinea pigs and the things are pretty much as you’ve listed out here.
That’s so sweet 😊
Thankyou so much Sayali!
My daughter would love to pet rabbits sadly my apartment doesn’t allow. Was good to read about how to care for them #tmmreads
Aww, hope you can get a pet for your daughter some day.
Thankyou so much for dropping by, and giving it a read.
We have a dog and i know how particular we have to about his vacations and vet visits. Just love your cutie rabbits.
Thankyou so much Gunjan 😊😊
Great to read these posts and see how lovingly you take care of your pets. These posts are going to be so resourceful for people who are intending to keep rabbits at home!
Thankyou so much Ninu 😊🤗
Taking care of pets is the most important part of keeping them. Most people just ignore the well being of their pets. Thanks for writing this wonderful post. I too once had a rabbit but now only a labrador.
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Wow, Labradors are so friendly, intelligent and rewarding. So good to know you have a wonderful friend.
Thankyou so much, Manas, for reading and praising! 😊 Means a lot!
rabbits are common household pets, this post is very informative for rabbit parents
Thankyou so much Samarpita!
Hats off to your patience and love for the four-legged species Jyoti..I somehow cannot go to such lengths.Give me a human baby any day and I will raise it 🙂
😄😀 Thankyou so much Harjeet!
This post is very useful for the Rabbit pets
Thanks, Arti!
I’m glad you got your rabbits neutered. We had two many years ago and they multiplied in no time. They’re simply adorable. I never knew that they love music. So cute!
Thankyou so much Dipali 😊! Yes, they multiply in no time.
Those are so cute bunnies..i remember when i was a kid a girl in our tuition used to have a little rabbit. I used to always wonder how difficult it must be to care for these little bunnies… Very informative post is someone is looking to adopt a pet or is in look out for a vet.
Thankyou so much Nazish 😊
Your series is very informative. I haven’t had a pet in ages, and your series is tempting me to adopt bunnies.
Thankyou so much Ritu! Glad that it tempted you to bring home a pet 😊
You really have a cute pet..I really want to get one for kids but they need so much care . Glad you shared this post it will help a lot!!
Thank you so much Ruchi! I am glad you found it useful! 😊
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Kudos to you dear. Keeping a pet and managing it looks like it would take an army. You did all this and that too not for a regular dog or cat pet but for rabbits…means you would have had even researched on all this as well as to what all special care they need!
Thank you so much Ira 😘😍 This is so much of a motivation for me, such lovely praises and encouragement! Sincere thanks for your continued attempts dear, means a lot! 😘
To show so much of care and pet animals is really an art and you have mastered it and have also written about it.
Thankyou Sivaranjini 😊
Yes taking care of pets inculde so many things. And you had explained everything so well. Vaccination is must for disease protection.
True Surbhi. Thankyou so much for reading 😊
Having a pet is full-fledged responsibility, they are just not furry friends or companions. Rabbits are indeed very sensitive and these tips are very handy.
Thankyou so much Dipika 😊
Taking care of pets is a responsibility. And I am glad you are taking us through the process with some much important points. We used to have rabbits at home. I don’t remember much of the technical details because it was back when I was a kid.
Thank you so much Shalini, for reading and appreciating 😊😍
Reading your post is making me so happy. This adorable series is full of love and care and at the same time is loaded with very important information. Kudos to you for taking their utmost care and am so happy to see they love music!
Thankyou so much Rashi 🤩😘🤗🤗
Taking care of a pet is like taking care of an infant or small baby , vaccination and all 🙂
😄 very true Ghazala, Thankyou for dropping by!