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Rabbits are not easy to look after they require a lot of time heres a lot of things you need to think about before you get a rabbit
You cant leave rabbits alone for two weeks they will run out of food, need changing as they will be dirty, and will run out of water - they will not survive for two weeks alone
You will have to get someone to come in and change their water and feed them and give them fresh hay everyday.
Dont use sawdust their hutch/cage use straw instead, make sure they have plenty of hay everyday, plenty of exercise and room to run around, make sure the cage/ hutch is big enough minimum size of 6' x 2' x 2' inches
secure living environment and large enough for the bun to exercise in and stand up fully on its back legs.
You should provide both a large exercise area and a secure shelter where your rabbit can rest, feel safe and is protected from predators and extremes of weather and temperature. Ensure all areas of your rabbit’s environment are well ventilated, dry and draught-free.
Make sure your rabbit has constant access to safe hiding places where it can escape if it feels afraid.
Allow your rabbit to exercise regularly.
Clean the housing and toilet areas regularly.
Rabbits feel pain in the same way as other mammals, including people.
Rabbits are not good at showing outward signs of pain so may be suffering a great deal before anything is noticed. so you have to get to know your bun well and check on the bun regularly so you can spot any changes in their behaviour.
You will really need to get your rabbits neutered,
Un-neutered female rabbits are at a high risk of developing cancer of the womb. Male rabbits can be constantly frustrated and stressed if not neutered and its not nice for them so its in their best interest to neuter them too. Rabbits that are stressed are much more likely to become ill.
Feeding your rabbit the correct diet of mainly hay and/or grass is vital to help prevent a lot of common diseases such as dental and gut disease. Check that your rabbit is eating every day and that he/she is passing plenty of dry droppings. If your rabbit’s eating or drinking habits change or the number of droppings gets less or stops, talk to your vet straight away as he/she could be seriously ill.
It is vital that you Check your rabbit for signs of illness or injury every day, and make sure this is done by someone else if you are away. In warm weather you should check the fur and skin around your rabbit’s rear end and tail area twice a day, as urine staining or droppings that are stuck will attract flies, which can lay eggs and cause ‘flystrike’, which is often fatal. Read more about identifying flystrike and how to prevent flystrike in pets.
Its important to consult a vet immediately if you suspect that your rabbit is in pain, ill or injured.
Front teeth and nails should be checked at least once a week as these can grow quickly. Only a vet should correct overgrown or misaligned teeth.
You need to take your rabbits for a routine health check at your vets at least once each year.
You have to ensure your rabbits' coats are kept in good condition by grooming them regularly. If you are unsure how to groom your rabbits properly seek advice from a pet care specialist.
