Author: john Mensah

Most of the time, a doe that eats a kit is cleaning up a baby that was already dead or dying. Sometimes, though, a stressed, ill, or inexperienced mother does harm healthy kits. It’s disturbing to see, but it isn’t a sign that your rabbit is “evil,” and it’s often preventable. This guide covers why it happens, which behaviors only look like neglect, and what to do before and after the litter arrives. Is it normal for a mother rabbit to eat her kits? It happens, but it’s not typical, and there’s no reliable published figure for how often. Most…

Yes, with limits. Ripe red tomato flesh is generally considered safe as an occasional, small treat. The rest of the plant is not. Leaves, stems, vines, and unripe green tomatoes contain tomatine and solanine, natural compounds that are toxic to rabbits. If you only remember one rule: ripe fruit only, stem and leaves removed, tiny portion, not every day. Which Parts of a Tomato Are Safe for Rabbits? PartSafe?NotesRipe red fleshYes, in small amountsWash firstRipe cherry or grape tomatoYes, in small amountsCut into piecesSeedsAvoidSome sources list seeds as a concern, so it’s easiest to scoop them outGreen or unripe tomatoesNoHigher…

You can slow down how fast your rabbit’s nails get long, and you can swap clippers for a file or hand the job to a professional. What you usually can’t do is skip nail care entirely. Indoor rabbits don’t get the rough, varied ground that wears nails down in the wild, so most of them eventually need something done. This guide covers the no-cut methods that genuinely help, how much to expect from each, and how to handle nails safely if your rabbit still needs a little help. Can rabbits keep their nails short on their own? Usually not. Rabbit…

A black otter Rex rabbit is a Rex rabbit in the black otter color pattern: a mostly black body with a cream-to-tan belly, tan edging along the sides, and lighter markings around the eyes, nose and inside the ears. It has the short, dense, plush fur that defines every Rex. It is a color variety, not a separate breed. This article covers how to recognize one, how big it gets, what its coat means for daily care, and what to check before you bring one home. What is a black otter Rex rabbit? “Rex” is the breed. “Black otter” is…

Yes, brother and sister rabbits can breed. Nothing in a rabbit’s biology stops siblings from mating, and a female can become pregnant quickly once a fertile male is nearby. The real question is whether they should, and for most owners the answer is no. Mating close relatives raises the chance of inherited health problems in the kits, and an unplanned litter is a lot to handle. If you think your siblings may already have mated, skip to what to do right now. Yes, They Can (and They Will) Rabbits don’t avoid relatives There is a popular belief that animals instinctively…

Yes, mother rabbits (does) sometimes eat their babies (kits). It is uncommon in well-managed rabbits, but it happens, and it is more disturbing than it is mysterious. In most cases it has a cause you can identify, and often something you can change. The most common situation is also the least alarming. A doe may eat kits that were already dead, which is a nest-cleaning instinct. The harder situation is when a doe harms or eats live kits, usually because of stress, inexperience, or something wrong with the doe or the litter. This guide explains the reasons, how to tell…

Olives aren’t a good food for rabbits, and it’s best not to offer them. Most olives sold in stores are cured in salty brine, they’re high in fat, and they often contain pits or flavorings. A rabbit’s digestive system is built for fiber, not for any of those. One olive won’t necessarily harm a healthy adult rabbit. But there’s no benefit worth the risk, and plenty of better treats exist. Why Olives Aren’t a Good Food for Rabbits Salt and brine Jarred and canned olives are cured in brine, which makes them very salty. Rabbits don’t need extra sodium. A…

Yes, bunnies do sleep at night, but not in one long block the way people do. Rabbits are crepuscular, meaning they are most active around dawn and dusk. They rest through much of the day and the deep night, with short waking periods scattered between. If you’ve heard rustling at 2 a.m. or found your rabbit snoozing at noon, that is very likely normal. Rabbits Are Crepuscular, Not Nocturnal Many people assume rabbits are nocturnal. They aren’t. Nocturnal animals are most active in full darkness. Crepuscular animals peak in the low light around sunrise and sunset. This pattern is thought…

Baby bunnies, called kits, usually die from a short list of problems: getting cold, not getting enough milk, stress, digestive trouble, and poor timing around weaning. Heat and household hazards also take their toll. Kits are born hairless, blind, and completely dependent, so small problems become fatal quickly. If you’ve lost a kit, it’s rarely because of one dramatic mistake. This guide explains the common causes, which signs to watch for, and what to do if kits are still alive but struggling. The Short Answer CauseWhen it usually happensEarly warning signColdFirst days of lifeKits scattered or cold to the touchNot…

Physically, yes. A small collar will fasten around a rabbit’s neck. But rabbit vets and experienced owners advise against it. Rabbits have thin, sensitive skin around the neck, and even a slightly snug collar can wear away fur and cause abrasions. A collar also does not help with the things most people want it for, like ID or walking. pangovet If you want to identify your rabbit, a microchip is the better route. If you want to take your rabbit outside, a properly fitted rabbit harness or a secure pen is safer. Details on both are below. Why collars are…