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Can I use a fleece blanket as bedding for my rabbit?

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Yes, you can. Make sure it is clean and does not have the scent of another rabbit on it.

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How do you know when a rabbit is happy?

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Rabbits are happy when they are well-cared for, and they will show it by having energy and hopping around.

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How often should I clean out my rabbit's cage?

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There is no hard-and-fast rule. It depends on the size and breed of your rabbit, and the time of year. When the rabbit is shedding, more frequent cleaning is necessary. Clean the cage whenever it is more than half soiled.

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Can I potty train my rabbit?

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Yes, you can. Rabbits are very clean animals, and tend to defecate in a particular area in their cage. Many people opt to litterbox-train their rabbits.

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Can rabbits climb ramps?

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Yes, they can. A healthy rabbit should be able to easily go up and down a ramp, as long as the slope it not too high.

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What does a rabbit eat?

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Hay or fresh grass - give them at least an amount roughly the size of their own body each day. Don't give them grass that has had chemicals or oil from a lawn mower on it. They also eat food in pellet form you can get at any pet shop. You can also give them green, leafy vegetables and fruits as an occasional treat.

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Can a rabbit be left alone for a weekend?

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With no care, no. It will become dehydrated and lonely, and could easily run out of food.

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Can I leave my rabbit outside with food and water for a month, or would that be too stressful for it?

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Your rabbit should NOT be left alone for such a long period of time. If it is acclimated to the outdoors, it can stay outside, but MUST be checked at least daily for any problems that might occur. They can suffer from bug-bites, some of them very nasty. They can also become either too hot or too cold. All rabbits, inside or outside, should be checked twice daily for any health/comfort issues.

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Should I give my rabbit a bath?

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No, your rabbit shouldn't need to be bathed unless something happens that gets them extremely dirty. In the event that you do need to bathe your rabbit, you can use wikiHow for some help. For example, this article could be useful: How to Bathe Your Pet Rabbit .

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What do I do if my rabbit is not drinking?

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If you are giving it fresh greens, then it won't need water, because there is so much water content in the greens.

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How do I know when rabbits shed?

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You will notice that they are have a lot of loose fur coming off of them when you pet them, and they may have small bald patches as well.

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Why s my rabbit pooing on me only when I'm sitting in a certain space on the couch?

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Rabbits will naturally poop in areas to mark their territory; there's not much that can be done about this, as even a litter-box trained rabbit will poop outside of its litter box to mark its territory. If it poops on you, view it as a compliment!

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My rabbit's back leg is sticking out sideways. What should I do?

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Take it to the vet immediately. Their legs never look like that unless something is wrong. Your rabbit's leg might be broken, and if it is, he/she needs immediate medical attention.

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Can a rabbit jump from shelf to shelf like in a chinchilla cage?

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No, rabbits can get hurt doing that and can't jump that far. They can jump very high when they want to but not from shelf to shelf.

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My rabbit's fur has become somewhat sticky. What is the solution for this?

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Give it baths regulairly and use dog safe/rabbit safe conditioner to make the fur softer.

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I want to build my rabbit cage and she is a French lop. How much bigger should her cage be? And I want to add a door, could you give me instructions?

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The best size for a rabbit cage is 5-6 feet long for small-medium rabbits, and 6-7 feet long for large-giant rabbits. So the best housing for your French Lop would typically be in the 6-7 foot long range. Measurement wise, 7'x2'x2' solid bottom hutch (length, width, height) would work.

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Shouldn't we put a door on the cage?

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Yes. The door can be on the top or on the side. Having a door on the side is easy. Having two doors is amazing. Make sure the door seals well.

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How am I supposed to seperate the male after breeding if he's aggressive?

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Move the female instead. When the female leaves, give him a treat as a reward.

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Can I use hamster bedding for my rabbit's cage?

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If it is paper-based, yes. If it is treated with chemicals, no as this may poison your rabbit.

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What is that stuff you put around the cage?

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It is wire, to prevent your rabbit from escaping. Chicken wire is not a good choice. Your rabbit should not be able to stick its head through the wire.

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