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/r/rabbits is an open community where users can learn, share cute pictures, or ask questions about rabbits. Please note we are a pet rabbit community that discourages breeding and encourages rescue.

Welcome to /r/rabbits, an open community where users can learn, share cute pictures, or ask questions about rabbits! Please note that we are a pet rabbit subreddit that discourages breeding and encourages rescue.

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  • See Veterinary Emergencies for other common symptoms of problems in rabbits.
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  • We can only give suggestions that are not a replacement for professional advice.
  • If you have found a wild rabbit, please see here for proper next steps and resources.
  • For behavior problems, please include the rabbit's age, how long you have had the rabbit, when the behavior occurred, and if/when it was neutered. This will help other rabbitors tailor advice appropriate to your situation.
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  • Rehoming posts are welcome, but please read through our guide first.
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    chasing and nipping!!

    unspayed 1 yr old female does this to me & my partner, she runs at us & then nips 😭 happens when we're sitting too. she nips sooo much which obviously isn't her fault bc she's unspayed (working on it but i don't have transportation and my cheapest spaying option is $400) but it's lowkey scary when she runs at you 😭 sorry for messy room & feet in the vid. been trying to do the yelping thing when she nips too but she just gets annoyed with me LMAO. she is super affectionate and social but she's also pretty territorial so i have a hard time telling which it is

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    2024/04/19
    21:48 UTC

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    What kind of brush does your bun tolerate?

    He has some fur piling up on his rump here that he doesn't like me to pull at. What does your bun let you brush them with?

    6 Comments
    2024/04/19
    21:40 UTC

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    He lives with my parents since I got married. I think he’s gotten bigger!

    3 Comments
    2024/04/19
    20:43 UTC

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    Hay feeder recs

    Ok! People with BIG bunnies (I’m talking 10lbs+) what hay feeders do you recommend. Our baby four months old and making such a mess but we’re worried about him not eating enough as his breed has issues maintaining weight. Thanks in advance

    10 Comments
    2024/04/19
    20:43 UTC

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    Do buns only load / flop when they're comfy?

    He's a new rabbit, and he's started floppiing alot around me, even when I'm stroking or just watching him. Could this mean he's more comfortable? Or do rabbits just randomly flop?

    3 Comments
    2024/04/19
    20:35 UTC

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    Cry laugh

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    2024/04/19
    20:27 UTC

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    Pet Bunnies don't like green, fresh hay?

    Hello hello,
    I currently own two sweet pet bunnies. They are now 3 months old and sisters.
    I feed them fresh greens daily and other than that I feed them herbs and, of course, mainly hay.
    I provide them with a full hay rack everyday. At first they did not like eating hay but over time it improved.
    My problem is: The first bag of hay I got was from a pet store. It was nice smelling, green, looked very fresh. They did not like eating that and it took them over a month to finish the first bag.
    Then, I got my second bag from amazon and they did not like that one either. Again, this one smelled even better and looked the freshest I've ever seen.
    Then, I ran out of straw to fill their litter box with. I decided to get hay from a drugstore (in germany) as a replacement for straw since it looked yellow already and I thought they don't eat that much straw anyway it would work out. It also doesn't smell that nice (TO ME).
    Weirdly enough, they love this stuff! The hay that I originally wanted to use to cover litter box with (the ground layer is wooden pellets to soak in the pee, they do not eat them don't worry!) is the one that they like the most! This is so weird to me. Does anyone have any knowledge about this? Please let me know!
    PS: I'm from germany and in pet stores, they don't label hay as "timothy hay" or "alfafa hay". Every hay has the same name and is called "Bergwiesenheu". I do not know a proper translation for that but basically it's just a big term for HAY. Also, their poop color changed drastically. It used to be dark brown but they're now much lighter in color. Consistency is still the same and also the shape. I personally don't worry because it's probably due to the hay change but I thought it could be worth mentioning.

    1 Comment
    2024/04/19
    20:10 UTC

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    Birk was happy over a clean cage🥰

    1 Comment
    2024/04/19
    19:55 UTC

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    Grooming upside down. 🤔

    Lazy bugger, grooming herself on her back...#Bink

    1 Comment
    2024/04/19
    19:27 UTC

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    Rabbits in pairs?

    Hi so I just got a rabbit yesterday and now I've done more research into rabbits living in pairs and groups. I had a rabbit years ago and he seemed fine as a lone house rabbit but I've done a bit of research after a tiktok popped up about how it's abusive. Should I get another one and if so I have a boy so what gender would work best. He is 8 weeks old.

    6 Comments
    2024/04/19
    19:13 UTC

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    Activity suggestions for bunny while I’m at work?

    I typically work 9 hour days on weekdays and I am somewhat concerned my rabbit does not have enough to do while I am gone or even when I am at the house. This is my second rabbit I’ve ever owned. My first one was a mini Rex that was very active, hopped all over the house, liked playing chase, and was always occupied with things to chew on that is approved for bunnies of course. However now I have a holland lop that does the opposite. Never interested in chewing, stays in one bedroom and doesn’t seem super active when I’m home. I’ve bought wooden toys and apple wood sticks for him to chew on but he never touched them. It’s rare he will chew on cardboard. Small puzzles he does extremely fast so it doesn’t keep him busy. He doesn’t dig or root in blankets nor dig boxes. Other than spending time with him what can I do or get him to occupy his time?

    2 Comments
    2024/04/19
    18:32 UTC

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    do u mind

    3 Comments
    2024/04/19
    18:21 UTC

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    Hi, Got 2 male rabbits when they were 2 weeks old and now they fight.

    About 4 months ago we got rabbits, and after recently being both neutered, (They were humping all the time.) One of rabbits has been extremely aggressive and goes almost insane upon sighting the other one, despite basically growing up together. The violent rabbits eyes contract. I'm not sure what to do...
    We have to keep them seperate home areas and play times.

    Anyone know how to resolve this?
    He actually schemes from afar how to attack the passive rabbit (Who from what I see just wants to goof.)

    3 Comments
    2024/04/19
    18:18 UTC

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    Baby rabbits WILL NOT eat new foods 😂😅

    Anybody have picky eaters? 😂 My two holland lops are about 13/14 weeks old now, and they refuse any new treat I try to give them 😂 Thus far they only like their hay, pellets, lettuce, and lemon tree leaves. 🍃 Oh and cilantro, they dig that too. But they WILL NOT eat bananas, blueberries, cucumber, or zucchini!! I’m just shocked.. from what I’ve read, I thought these buns would be all over new foods! Is it because they’re babies still? Or are they just picky? 😂🥹 Doesn’t matter either way I suppose, just curious as to what other bun owners experiences are! These are my first buns so everything is exciting and terrifying LOL. 😆

    7 Comments
    2024/04/19
    17:56 UTC

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    Sian discovers that she is gorgeous. Dylan is not amused...

    0 Comments
    2024/04/19
    17:50 UTC

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    Apartment Living With a Bun

    Hi! I'm curious to hear other people's ways of apartment living with their bunny. I'm moving out of student housing to a more complex apartment unit and am wondering if you were able to put you buns on the lease? I've had mine for 10 years and she loves apartment living. I might just be a bit paranoid moving out of student living. Just hoping to hear other's opinions and advice. Thanks!

    7 Comments
    2024/04/19
    17:47 UTC

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    The babies cuddling while listening to TSwift’s new album

    9 Comments
    2024/04/19
    17:26 UTC

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    Help!!

    Is there a reason why my rabbit makes coughing sounds? He generally makes this sound while licking himself but he isn’t shedding so hair can’t be the problem! But sometimes he make coughing sound while sleeping too!

    This has happened a times before but not so frequently. He makes this sound a few times and then stops.

    Over the past few days, he has made this sound more frequently

    What could be the reason?

    1 Comment
    2024/04/19
    17:14 UTC

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    Is any type of shredded paper fine for a burrowing box ? is ink dangerous for the bunny ?

    I want to make a burrowing box but I don’t know what kind of paper is safe for my lil rabbo

    2 Comments
    2024/04/19
    16:48 UTC

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    what is your rabbits diet on a daily basis when is comes to greens?

    seems like the only thing people can agree on is romaine. everyone is saying you need more than just romaine on a daily basis but nothing besides romaine can be fed on a daily basis? seriously someone just give me a list of the veggies you feed, how much and how often. i just need to copy someone else bc im so tired of the whiplash on this subject

    50 Comments
    2024/04/19
    16:41 UTC

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    Bunny on my plate

    Mouse offering himself up on a plate 🐭🍽️

    7 Comments
    2024/04/19
    16:11 UTC

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    where we going, mom?

    1 Comment
    2024/04/19
    16:10 UTC

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