Our Rabbit Care Guide links to a bunch of great online resources to answer all of your rabbit questions!
Make sure you don't miss this excellent Rabbit article from the RSPCA.org knowledgebase.
1. Introduction to Pet Rabbits:
- Due to their playful nature, intelligence and adaptability, rabbits make wonderful animal companions.
- However its important to understand their unique needs and vulnerabilities so you can provide the right kind of care for your rabbit.
- Here is a comprehensive guide to Pet Rabbits from RSPCA.org
2. Choosing the Right Rabbit:
- Consider adopting a rabbit from a shelter or rescue centre.
- You can search gumtree to find breeders in your local area.
- Breeders are knowledgeable and can help you to learn about the available breeds and provide guidance on selecting the right rabbit for different lifestyles and living situations.
3. Rabbit Care Essentials:
- Basics of rabbit care, including housing, diet, grooming, and exercise from The Rabbit Sanctuary, Grafton NSW.
- The Bunny Lady is an America-based website and YouTube channel with some great content about rabbits. Read about Rabbit Care for Beginners
- RSPCA Victoria website also provides basic information and courses
- Important tips on creating a rabbit-friendly environment and ensuring their safety.
4. Health and Wellness:
- Keeping your pet rabbit happy and healthy from RSPCA NSW.
- Keeping your rabbit indoors is often recommended to avoid risk of mosquito-borne disease and neighbourhood predators such as dogs or foxes.
5. Training and Socialization:
- Rabbits are very trainable using treats as a reward for desired behaviours.
- Most rabbits can be litter trained.
- Socialization and mental stimulation are important for rabbits' well-being. However be mindful that rabbits can easily become fearful or stressed. The smells of hay and familiar foods tend to lessen stress.
6. Fun Activities and Enrichment:
- See what bunnies can get up to when left to create their own enrichment!
- The Bunny Lady's ideas for DIY rabbit toys
- You will find many ideas shared on social media, try Pinterest or this Reddit
7. Rabbit Behaviour and Communication:
- Rabbits don't make a lot of noise so as not to alert predators. So you will want to learn to read their body language.
- Here are some insights into rabbit vocalizations and what they may indicate.
Other recommended resources
Please be aware these are global resources with general information, and are not localised to Australian conditions.
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