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Care Guide

The first two weeks raise the most questions. This is what we go over with everyone who takes a bunny home โ€” and every buyer also gets the full written guide in their go-home package.

Feeding

Hay is the base of the diet, not a side dish — it should be available 24 hours a day.

  • Unlimited grass hay
  • Measured pellets: 1/8 cup per 2 lb of body weight
  • Leafy greens, introduced one at a time
  • Fresh water changed daily

Housing

Room to stretch out and take three hops in a row. A cage that is too small is the most common mistake.

  • At least 8 sq ft per adult rabbit
  • Solid flooring, never bare wire
  • A shaded area and an enclosed hideout
  • Away from direct drafts

Warning signs

Rabbits hide pain. If you see any of these, call a vet the same day.

  • Not eating for more than 12 hours
  • No droppings in the litter box
  • Hunched posture or tooth grinding
  • Nasal or eye discharge

The first few days

Moving to a new home is stressful. Give them room before you start picking them up.

  • 48 hours to settle in, hands off
  • Keep their usual food for a full week
  • Keep noise and visitors to a minimum
  • Always support the hindquarters when lifting
Note: this guide is general information and does not replace a consultation with a rabbit-savvy veterinarian. If you notice any symptom, see a professional.
Find a rabbit-savvy vet before you bring your bunny home. Not every small-animal clinic treats rabbits, and you do not want to be searching for one at 9 pm on a Sunday.
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