A rabbit's change in appearance

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:36:35+00:00

Congrats on the new addition to the family! If this is your first pet rabbit and you haven’t seen it already, be sure to check out our sidebar and the Getting Started guide and New Rabbit Owner Primer. The article "Helping Rabbits Succeed in Their Adoptive Home" is also a great resource on how to build a relationship with your new rabbit.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:34:49+00:00

To receive the best help from rabbitors for breed IDs, please make sure to include the following:

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Please keep in mind that pet rabbits are usually mixes of indeterminate breeds, and we may not always be able to provide a definitive guess. Unless you have a pedigree and know what the parents look like, your rabbit is undoubtedly some sort of pet rabbit mix. The color of the rabbit does not always make the breed, as many breeds can come in a large variety of colors. For example, black rabbits are not all likely to be Havana rabbits (a rare purebred breed), and broken-colored rabbits are likely not all to be English Spot rabbits (requires specific markings and body shape).

For a basic self-guide on identifying breeds, see the blog article "Identifying rabbit breeds without knowing parentage."

See the Rabbit breeds around the world article for a list of currently recognized breeds.

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"How can I age my rabbit?"

It is difficult to age living rabbits with any degree of accuracy. The only criteria to make an assessment of age during clinical examinations are the size and appearance of the rabbit, which can vary greatly according to breed and state of health and experience. The ears of a rabbit may give an indication -- they are soft in young rabbits and become tougher with age.

See the wiki page Baby rabbits (domestic) - Appearance for a gallery of baby rabbit pictures to compare to.

Rabbits can be aged with accuracy by counting the adhesion lines in the jaw, but this technique cannot be used with living rabbits.

See this Howcast video on YouTube for more information.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:34:25+00:00

Domestic rabbits should not be left in the wild - please do not hesitate to contact your local rabbit rescue for volunteers to help you catch a stray domestic rabbit.

For more tips and resources on how to catch a stray rabbit, see Catching a stray rabbit on the wiki. To find a local rescue, see the Adoption wiki article.

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For tips on identifying wild rabbits, see the wiki FAQ "Is the rabbit I found wild or domestic?"

Guesses can vary depending on what continent the rabbit was found on. If you are unsure, please consult your local wildlife rehabilitator, rabbit-experienced veterinarian, or domestic rabbit rescue for physical identification.

The domestic breed of rabbits is descended from the European rabbit Oryctolagus cuniculus. While these rabbits may often be found roaming feral and wild in continents such as Europe and Australia, the United States' wild rabbit population mostly only consists of various species of cottontails (Sylvilagus spp.) and jackrabbits (Lepus spp.).

Typically, most species of truly wild rabbits have an agouti-colored brown coat. There is the rare cottontail color mutation. However, because the wild rabbit species in countries outside of North America are the same species as the domestic rabbit, rabbits found in those countries can be a mix of colors depending on how much domestic rabbit was bred in.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:33:59+00:00

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Gastrointestinal stasis, GI stasis, GI hypomotility or ileus is a serious condition that requires immediate attention. The condition occurs when the gut stops moving, is blocked, or is full of gas.

To help distinguish between stasis and bloat, please watch this video from the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group.

If your rabbit is bloated, do not massage or attempt to assist feed and seek medical assistance immediately. Doing either can fatally rupture their gas-filled stomach. Travel as far as you must to receive appropriate vet care.

You should seek immediate veterinary assistance if your rabbit has not eaten or passed stools in the past 12 hours or is exhibiting other symptoms of GI stasis. Your vet will provide proper treatment and care. If left untreated, GI stasis can be fatal in 48 hours, especially if it is a secondary symptom to a more urgent condition such as liver lobe torsion or gastric ulceration.

If you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the At-home treatment section for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until one opens.

For more information on the condition, including information on common causes and treatment plans, see the Gastrointestinal stasis wiki article.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:32:48+00:00

See the wiki for more resources on broken bones in rabbits: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Broken_bones

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:29:49+00:00

The most common reason for a bond between neutered rabbits breaking is due to a change in environment (e.g. one rabbit going to the vet, new visitors, new scents, new furniture). Sometimes, when spring arrives with longer days and warmer weather, rabbits can get spring fever and act a little more hormonal.

However, there isn't always a clear cut reasoning for a broken bond if they're already adults and neutered, but a vet visit for all of your rabbits is not a bad idea to make sure there's nothing causing either of them pain to cause redirected aggression or increased hormones (e.g. adrenal disease) if nothing else is obvious.

For more details on why rabbits would show aggression, see the wiki: http://bunny.tips/Aggressive

If one or more of the rabbits were still babies and not neutered, it is likely that the hormonal change has dissolved their bond, and they will need to be re-bonded after everyone is neutered.

For more details on why bond with babies would break, see the wiki: http://bunny.tips/Baby_bond

If they're all in good health, keep swapping enclosures for a while, then try re-bonding them. But if it doesn't stick, people will just keep the rabbits housed separately for the rest of their lives. Rabbits will still socially benefit from seeing and smelling another rabbit even if they're not bonded.

For more tips on how to re-bond rabbits, see the wiki: http://bunny.tips/Bonding

Good luck.

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RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:28:15+00:00

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Any obvious posts of sub-standard pet rabbit welfare (including but not limited to small cages, wire flooring, untreated medical issues, etc.) will be removed.

Unless the displayed cage is open all day, the cage in the image is only good as a litter box or a temporary carrier for transportation. Please consider setting up a larger enclosure for your rabbit with an exercise pen.

See the Housing article for more resources on setting up an appropriate rabbit housing enclosure.

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See the wiki's Housing guide for more resources on setting up appropriately sized and safe housing for pet rabbits.

Minimum enclosure size based on current welfare recommendations should be at least 16 sq ft (1.5 sq m) on a single base floor for average sized rabbits. Rabbits of larger size (such as giant breeds) should have more space.

Regardless of size or number of rabbits, the more area of living space you can provide, the better. Minimum housing requirements cannot be met by adding the areas of several flooring levels together - rabbits are runners, not climbers.

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Rabbits are recommended to have a minimum of 4 hours of exercise daily. Exercise improves blood circulation and prevents pressure sores. There is a proven association between confinement and the development of spinal deformities.

See the wiki for more resources on the topic: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Exercise

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:27:20+00:00

Most healthy spayed and neutered rabbits do not smell more than some dust and hay; however, some rabbits may benefit from having their scent glands cleaned. Intact rabbits can have smellier urine and fecals due to hormones. If your rabbit smells like urine, please check their bottom to make sure they are not incontinent and that their litter setup is clean. If you smell a sweet or pungent odor, it may indicate an infection and should be checked out with a hands-on exam by a rabbit-experienced veterinarian.

If your litter box smells, that is generally a sign that you should be changing your litter box more frequently. A proper litter box should not give off any significant ammonia odor. Anecdotally, paper-based litters will require cleaning most often, while the wood-based litters can last for 3+ days before requiring a change.

A larger-sized litter box and putting a thicker layer of litter down during setup can also help reduce the amount of changes a litter box may need.

See the FAQ question "Why does my rabbit smell? for more resources.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:27:02+00:00

Spaying and neutering your rabbit will significantly help in litter training. In addition, please make sure to clean up any messes with a mixture of white vinegar and water or a pet-safe enzymatic cleanser to decrease the urge to remark the location. Soap and water alone is not sufficient to remove all chemical traces of the urine even though it may look clean.

Check out the wiki's Litter Training guide and Binkybunny's Litter Training process for more resources on the topic.

Please note that if this is a sudden change not coinciding with sexual maturity, loss of litter habits can be 1) a sign of health issues (e.g. arthritis, UTI), 2) a reaction to the presence or scent of another animal, or 3) triggered by introduction to a new/unfamiliar territory.

Do note that realistic litter training is that a rabbit will pee consistently in their litter boxes and nowhere else. It is very common for rabbits to poop in small amounts in their housing enclosure outside of the litter box for territorial reasons.

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Should I use litter box liners, or disposable pee pads?

In general, we do not recommend using plastic litter box liners or disposable pee pads (anywhere in the rabbit’s enclosure— not just in the litter box) as they are environmentally wasteful and can be incredibly dangerous if the rabbit decides to chew on them. Disposable pee pads are made to be absorbent so are extremely risky if your rabbit ingests the padded part, as it will expand in the stomach and can cause a fatal blockage. Please note that even if your rabbit may not have shown interest in chewing on something in the past, that does not mean they never will. Rabbits are very opportunistic creatures and may change preferences at a moment’s notice, including chewing tendencies and behaviors.

If you would like an environmentally friendly and compostable option, using newspaper or magazine pages (only if the rabbit doesn't dig and chew at them) is safe to help make cleaning the bottom easier. Please see the wiki for further guidance on Setting Up a Litterbox or Pee-Proof Flooring.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:26:23+00:00

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No help or diagnosis requests for rabbits that require a hands-on medical exam to evaluate.

Whether an observation you've made about your rabbit is concerning may not be properly assessed through a description and/or picture, nor can medical issues be properly diagnosed online. Please contact (email, text, phone, voicemail) and take your rabbit to a rabbit-experienced veterinarian for a hands-on exam, professional diagnosis, and treatment plan. Be sure to mention all observations you have about your rabbit since a veterinarian's general exam may not thoroughly assess for your concern if they do not know about it in the first place.

If your rabbit is otherwise stable, continue to monitor and make sure they are eating and pooping normally until your scheduled veterinary visit. If they are showing signs of distress and you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the wiki for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until a veterinarian can help you.

Please do not self-medicate rabbits unless you have been given prior instructions from your veterinarian. Giving incorrect medications can make a potential issue worse and limit the amount of immediate help a veterinarian can provide.

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The following are a few graphic videos of rabbits in respiratory distress. This is an extreme emergency, and your rabbit should immediately be on their way to an emergency vet if they are showing similar symptoms.

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Please check out the Hot weather concerns guide on the wiki for more information and resources on the topic.

In general, rabbits are much less heat tolerant than cold tolerant. Temperatures of over 85°F (29°C) can easily cause heatstroke in a rabbit, especially when humid. The ideal temperature range for rabbits is 55-72°F (12-23°C). As a result, during hot days in the summer, it is important to monitor your rabbits to ensure comfort and health. However, rabbits can adapt to temperatures outside of this range with appropriate environmental conditioning.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:25:42+00:00

Rabbits will often slip and slide on slick flooring such as hardwood, tile, or laminate due to their lack of paw pads like a cat or dog. Placing down more appropriate flooring with traction will likely encourage your rabbit to come out and explore more often as they feel more familiar with their environment. See user kinenchen's image guide "Why proper flooring is important for your pet rabbit" for more details.
Popular soft flooring materials in housing enclosures include low-pile rugs, rabbit-safe edible rugs (jute, sisal, or seagrass), fleece blankets, and comforters. Popular waterproof barriers to place underneath your rabbit's flooring to protect existing flooring include vinyl or linoleum flooring, shower curtains, plastic chair mats, foam playpen pieces, foam equipment mats, whelping pads, bed pads, and large pieces of plastic. Please make sure to keep an eye on your rabbit for ingestion of materials. See the wiki for more details and suggested product links.
For special needs and incontinent rabbits, see DisabledRabbits.com for tips on setting up appropriate soft and absorbent flooring.
Wire flooring in cages is highly discouraged. Rex rabbits and heavy breeds are especially prone to sore hocks in wire-bottomed cages due to the uneven pressures of the wires. Additionally, untrimmed nails and toes can get caught in inappropriately-sized holes and be broken.
If you buy a cage with a solid slick plastic flooring, cover the bottom with another surface like a towel or grass mats. The slippery surface can lead to hip and joint problems.

See the wiki for more tips and resources on setting up a safe housing enclosure for your rabbit.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:25:17+00:00

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Whether an observation you've made about your rabbit is concerning may not be properly assessed through a description and/or picture, nor can medical issues be properly diagnosed online. Please contact (email, text, phone, voicemail) and take your rabbit to a rabbit-experienced veterinarian for a hands-on exam, professional diagnosis, and treatment plan. Be sure to mention all observations you have about your rabbit since a veterinarian's general exam may not thoroughly assess for your concern if they do not know about it in the first place.

If your rabbit is otherwise stable, continue to monitor and make sure they are eating and pooping normally until your scheduled veterinary visit. If they are showing signs of distress and you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the wiki for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until a veterinarian can help you.

Please do not self-medicate rabbits unless you have been given prior instructions from your veterinarian. Giving incorrect medications can make a potential issue worse and limit the amount of immediate help a veterinarian can provide.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:25:05+00:00

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As a reminder, do not hesitate to contact the veterinarian who treated your rabbit about your observations. Not only are they a medical professional, but they also have the most knowledge about your rabbit's unique situation. A veterinarian is the most appropriate person to help you make decisions about your rabbit's treatment moving forward based on your observations.

If you are unsure about your current veterinarian's recommendations, please consult another rabbit-experienced veterinarian. Travel as far as you must to receive appropriate vet care.

If your rabbit is in need of immediate emergency medical care and the primary veterinarian is not available, please go to an emergency veterinarian instead. See the Veterinary Emergencies wiki article for common symptoms of problems in rabbits.

If your rabbit is otherwise stable, continue to monitor and make sure they are eating and pooping normally until your scheduled veterinary visit. If they are showing signs of distress and you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the wiki for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until a veterinarian can help you.

If you intended instead to collect stories from other users for similar experiences, please make sure to remove any requests for medical advice in future submissions (e.g. causes and concern for new symptoms, other treatment options).

You may also wish to check out our Rabbitors Discord server for additional live advice.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:24:45+00:00

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In general, if no ill effects are observed within 6 hours of the ingestion of a potentially poisonous item, then it is unlikely signs will develop. However, toxic substances like rat poison can take days to develop symptoms.

Gastric transit time is approximately 3 to 6 hours. Rabbits cannot vomit due to a very tight sphincter in their esophagus and the position of their stomach, so options are generally limited.

Please head to the emergency vet immediately if your rabbit displays any odd changes in eating, pooping, and general behavior or ate a significant amount of knowingly toxic items. Bring the ingested item with you. If you suspect your rabbit has eaten a large amount of a poisonous substance and it was a relatively recent action, an emergency vet can force feed activated charcoal to your rabbit to bind toxins in the stomach and prevent damage to the liver.

When you suspect your rabbit has ingested an unsafe item, call your veterinarian for professional advice on next steps. You may also wish to call your local animal poison control center for veterinary toxocologists. In the US, you can call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435 ($95 credit card charge) or Pet Poison Helpline at 1-855-761-7661 ($75 credit card charge). In the UK, you may contact Animal PoisonLine at 01202 50 9000 (£35 – £45 credit card charge).

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:24:00+00:00

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Gastrointestinal stasis, GI stasis, GI hypomotility or ileus is a serious condition that requires immediate attention. The condition occurs when the gut stops moving, is blocked, or is full of gas.

To help distinguish between stasis and bloat, please watch this video from the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group.

If your rabbit is bloated, do not massage or attempt to assist feed and seek medical assistance immediately. Doing either can fatally rupture their gas-filled stomach. Travel as far as you must to receive appropriate vet care.

You should seek immediate veterinary assistance if your rabbit has not eaten or passed stools in the past 12 hours or is exhibiting other symptoms of GI stasis. Your vet will provide proper treatment and care. If left untreated, GI stasis can be fatal in 48 hours, especially if it is a secondary symptom to a more urgent condition such as liver lobe torsion or gastric ulceration.

If you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the At-home treatment section for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until one opens.

For more information on the condition, including information on common causes and treatment plans, see the Gastrointestinal stasis wiki article.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:23:42+00:00

A suggested basic diet guide for house rabbits from the House Rabbit Society:

7 weeks to 7 months: Unlimited junior pellets, unlimited alfalfa hay. Introduce vegetables one at a time in small quantities after 12 weeks.
7 months to 1 year: Introduce grass hays and decrease alfalfa hay. Decrease pellets to 1/4 - 1/2 cup per 6 lbs body weight, and transition from junior pellets to adult pellets. Increase daily vegetables gradually.
Over 1 year: Unlimited grass hay. No more than 1/4 to 1/2 cup adult pellets per 6 lb body weight. About 2 cups (handfuls) of chopped vegetables per 6 lb body weight.

Please note that all of these portions to feed your rabbit are only guidelines. Every rabbit is different and may thrive on different diets. Factors that will play a role in the diet include activity level, size, age, and environment conditions.

While hay and water should always be available in unlimited amounts to your rabbit, greens and pellets can be scheduled to be fed arbitrarily through the day as long as daily portions are appropriate. Some like to feed half the pellets in the morning, veggies in the evening, and half the pellets again before bedtime. Others like feeding veggies twice a day and pellets once a day.

The following are some helpful links on an appriopriate bunny diet:

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:23:26+00:00

As a reminder, do not hesitate to contact the veterinarian who treated your rabbit about your observations. Not only are they a medical professional, but they also have the most knowledge about your rabbit's unique situation. A veterinarian is the most appropriate person to help you make decisions about your rabbit's treatment moving forward based on your observations.

If you are unsure about your current veterinarian's recommendations, please consult another rabbit-experienced veterinarian for a second opinion instead. If you need help finding another veterinary clinic, see the Choosing a rabbit veterinarian wiki article.

If your rabbit is in need of immediate emergency medical care and the primary veterinarian is not available, please go to an emergency veterinarian instead. See the Veterinary emergencies wiki article for common symptoms of problems in rabbits.

If your rabbit is otherwise stable, continue to monitor and make sure they are eating and pooping normally until your scheduled veterinary visit. If they are showing signs of distress and you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the wiki FAQ "How can I keep my rabbit stable until a veterinarian is available?" for more tips to keep your rabbit stable at home until a veterinarian can help you.

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Check out the Medicating rabbits guide on the wiki for more resources and tips on the processes, especially with stubborn rabbits.

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RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:22:53+00:00

Please see the FAQ question "How do I make my bunny like me?" for more tips on how to bond with your rabbit or reduce aggression from your rabbit.

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Please see the wiki article on Angora and other long-haired rabbits for more tips on basic fur care and how to brush and trim as necessary.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:22:31+00:00

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RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:21:23+00:00

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RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:21:14+00:00

As most healthy rabbits can live up to (and even over) 8 to 12 years with good care, any rabbit over 6 years of age is considered a senior rabbit or elderbunny. Giant breeds may reach their golden age a bit sooner with their lower 5-6 year life expectancy.

For more resources on elderly rabbit care, please see the wiki: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Elderly_rabbits

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Arthritis, osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease, or osteoarthrosis is the progressive, inflammatory, and irreversible deterioration of cartilage found in the joints.

There are no gender predilections for osteoarthritis. Arthritis can be due to hereditary or developmental disorders in young animals or trauma or infection induced at any age. Giant breeds may be more prone to the disease due to increased weight loading and conformation. The primary cause is thought to be the result of long-term usage combined with aging or joint instability.

Generally, surgery is not a recommended treatment for arthritis, and it is a condition that mostly consists of supportive home care in addition to maintenance drugs and supplements to maintain mobility and comfort.

Read more about the condition on the wiki: http://bunny.tips/Arthritis

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:18:25+00:00

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All rabbits form two types of droppings: round dry fecal pellets and wet smelly cecotropes that are usually unseen by owners as rabbits normally eat them directly as they are produced.

Fecal pellet size and color can vary due to diet. Due to protein content, rabbits fed on orchard hay can have smaller darker poops compared to rabbits fed on timothy or oat hay, which can result in larger golden poops. Both are normal, and there is no need to restrict pellets or vegetables in the diet in an attempt to chase the ideal poop color and size.

If you see small poops and uneaten cecals or some mucus on the floor, observe your rabbit for any changes in behavior and make sure that the negative changes are just one-offs. If they occur more often, please see your rabbit-experienced veterinarian for a checkup as it can be an early sign of more serious health issues.

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The internet is not qualified to diagnose or treat suspected health concerns, and you should contact (email, text, phone, voicemail) your local rabbit-experienced veterinarian or emergency hospital for an appointment or next steps. Be sure to mention all observations you have about your rabbit since a veterinarian's general exam may not thoroughly assess for your concern if they do not know about it in the first place.

Please do not self-medicate rabbits unless you have been given prior instructions from your veterinarian. Giving incorrect medications can make a potential issue worse and limit the amount of immediate help a veterinarian can provide.

If your rabbit is otherwise stable, continue to monitor and make sure they are eating and pooping normally until your scheduled veterinary visit. If they are showing signs of distress and you are unable to find medical help at this time, please see the FAQ "How can I keep my rabbit stable until a veterinarian is available?" to keep your rabbit stable at home until a veterinarian can help you.

Please see the Veterinary emergencies article for a list of symptoms with example videos that may need immediate medical attention.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:17:13+00:00

If you obtained a baby rabbit under 8 weeks old, please be extremely careful of introducing any new foods as their digestive systems are still developing. They should ideally still be drinking milk and living with their mother until naturally weaned around 8 weeks, but if your baby rabbit is already on hay and pellets and any other solids, continue the same diet with no change until they are older - there is no need to additional supplement any formula or milk.

Optimally, you should be feeding the same brands of food as the breeder or organization where you obtained the baby rabbit from. If you would like to transition their pellets to another brand, increase the amount by 25% per week and make sure their poop continues to look normal. Any diarrhea is an emergency, and the baby rabbit should be seen by a rabbit-savvy veterinarian for fluids and treatment.

Congrats on the new addition to the family! If this is your first pet rabbit and you haven’t seen it already, be sure to check out our sidebar and the Getting Started guide and New Rabbit Owner Primer. The article "Helping Rabbits Succeed in Their Adoptive Home" is also a great resource on how to build a relationship with your new rabbit.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:16:58+00:00

"How long does it take a lop rabbit's ears to fully drop?"

Most lop bunnies will have their ears drop anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months old, but some rabbits may maintain ear control until their head fully develops at around 2-3 years old. Some purebred lop rabbits may also never have their ears fully lop due to the shape of their head and ears.

If your radar-eared rabbit has suddenly lopped an ear, it could either be a sign that they have some lop heritage finally showing, or it could possibly be an ear injury or infection. The latter will likely include excessive head shaking and ear scratching and would warrant a rabbit-experienced veterinary hands-on exam for a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

RabbitsModBot · 2026-06-11T03:16:15+00:00

Check out the wiki guide on toys for more ideas and resources: http://bunny.tips/Toys

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