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Bunny Poops: A Dirty but Serious Business
Hello everyone! This week we’re covering a topic that isn’t as cute as fun as some of the others, but I feel that as future, or current, bunny owners, we should all know the importance of this issue. As previously mentioned, bunnies do not always show that they are pain. Your rabbit can be feeling pretty bad and never act any different than they usually do so it’s always important for bunny owners to keep an eye out for any signs that they do show. For example, their poops! A rabbit’s digestive system is incredibly delicate and can show an owner how the current level of health their bunny is…
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My Life With Buns: A Day in the Life of a Bunny Owner
Hi everyone! Whenever I was first thinking about adopting bunnies, I always found listening to stories from other rabbit owners to be incredibly helpful, so I thought for this week, I would share a little bit about my own experiences of owning two house bunnies. So without further ado, here’s a day in the life of a bunny owner! Morning Rabbits are crepuscular, meaning they are more active during the hours before the sun sets and during the hours before the sun rises. Unfortunately, I work second shift at my job, so I am not home just before the sun sets, and I am definitely not up right before the…
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All Different, All Cute!: 5 Popular Bunny Breeds
Hello everyone, A few weeks ago, we tried to answer the question: is a house bunny a great choice for you and your family? This week, we are going a little further and answering the question: which bunny breed is the right choice for you? Just like any animal with a variety of breeds, all bunny breeds are different in health, behavior, looks and needs. Some bunnies might not be the right fit for you depending on your current lifestyle, while other buns would fit right in. The key is to do your research and make sure you understand what breeds you are and are not capable of caring for.…
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Bunny Bonding!: Slow and Steady Wins the Race!
Hello everyone! So last week we briefly discussed bunny behavior and dived a little into how your bunny can communicate with you through their behaviors. The key message I hope you got from the last post was to read your bunny’s body language and know what that means! That key message will be really helpful for this week’s topic: bonding your bunny. There are plenty of bunny owners who want to add another bunny to their family, or maybe want their bun to have a friend to play with. Although rabbits are territorial, they are also pretty sociable animals and research has shown that bunnies often live longer, healthier lives…
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Bunny Behavior: What Their Body Language Says About Your Bun!
Hello everyone! This week we will discussing a very important topic that all bunny owners should be well educated in: how to tell what your bunny is feeling! Now, rabbits do make noises, however unlike a dog that can tell you it’s upset by either growling or barking, or a cat that meows or hisses when it’s upset, bunnies speak a lot through body language, rather than verbal sounds. It’s important to become fluent in your bunny’s language so that you can determine what certain actions mean for your little fur-baby. Now, there are certain actions that all rabbits will do (sort of like universal words shared by all bunnies)…
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Play Time With Your Bunny: The Bun Way to Have Fun
Hello everybody! Last week went over rabbit diets and what/what-not to give to your little bunnies. This week, we’re going over a topic that is a lot more fun: play-time with your fur-babies! Now, just another reminder that rabbits are prey animals, so they don’t play the same way as a cat or dog. Rabbits can still be a bit skittish with sudden movements or loud noises, even if they are comfortable with you, so playing chase or play-wrestling is definitely not a go-to. However, there are other ways to enjoy time with your bunny. Some rabbits tend to do their own thing, so there may be times you just…
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A Bunny’s Diet: The Delicate Balance.
Hello everyone! Last week, we discussed some of the major health issues to look out for in your house bunny. This week, we’re shifting over to another topic that is just as critical to your bunny’s health: their diet! Rabbit’s are not carnivorous, so their diet does not require any meat of any kind. In fact, feeding your rabbit meat can actually negatively affect their health, so even if a rabbit looks interesting in the food you are eating, please do not give your fur-baby any human or meat related food!! As discussed in the last post, a bunny’s digestive system is incredibly delicate and requires a very specific and…
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Rabbit Health Risks: What to Look Out For
Hello everybody! Welcome back to this week’s blog post. Last week we covered the differences between adopting a house bunny or buying one from a breeder or pet store and which option was right for you. This week, I would like to introduce you to the world of bunny health! Now, just like anything that concerns a house bunny, they are slightly different than a cat or dog when it comes to their health. Rabbits do have different, more specific, needs than a cat or dog and with that comes some different things to look out for. Of course, there a diseases like cancer, arthritis, health and liver problems, obesity,…
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Adopting Vs. Buying : What’s the Right Decision?
Hello Readers! Last week, we discussed if bringing a house bunny home was the right decision, not just for your family, but more importantly, for your bunny! This week, we’ll discuss the common question that many to-be pet owners ask themselves: should I purchase my fur-baby, or adopt? Before we begin, I’ll come clean and confess that I’m pro-adoption when it comes to house bunnies. Although it’s easier to purchase a bun from a pet store, I feel there are more benefits to adoption and I’m happy to share my reasons with you all! Adoption: Giving a bunny a second chance I believe that to understand the importance of adoption…
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House Bunnies are Great! But are They Great for You?
So you and your family are thinking about adopting a fur-baby? Great! And you’re currently thinking about adopting a house bunny? Even better! But before you pull the trigger and adopt a floppy-eared angel, it’s important to do your research to see if your family is the best choice for a house bunny. Remember, it’s nice to find a pet that works well with your family, but choosing what’s best for the animal should always be top priority. They have to live with your family for the rest of their lives after all. Although house rabbits are just as cute and adorable as a dog or cat, they aren’t always…
