It’s no secret that rabbits make great pets, and they’re also excellent companions for other animals. However, many people aren’t aware of just how much rabbits sleep. So, we thought we’d help you out by exploring the sleeping habits of these cuddly little critters. So sit back, relax, and grab your favorite drink. Let’s go … Read more
Rabbits are prolific diggers, and nowhere is that more apparent than in a rabbit warren. We give a lot of credit to beavers as builders, forever chewing wood and carrying it along while using it to build their dams, but rabbits are no slouches, either. Rabbits in the wild can build big, complex warrens with … Read more
Does your rabbit “spin you right round…like a record player” or simply run circles around you? There are several reasons why that may be, and figuring out what your rabbit’s may be is important. Not only do you probably want to stop your rabbit from constantly being underfoot, but if it has a want or … Read more
There is no denying that rabbits are among the most popular pets in the world. An estimated three to seven million pet rabbits reside in homes across the US alone, with another million taking up residence in the UK. But why are rabbits so popular, and what makes them such a great pet in the … Read more
Rabbits are pretty quiet animals. They don’t bark up a storm like dogs or meow, purr, and hiss like cats, and oftentimes don’t vocalize many sounds at all. That’s what can make it all the more disturbing when you do finally hear them make a sound and it’s a piercing high-pitched scream. But why would … Read more
The life of a rabbit in the wild is one of constant action and tension. They’re incredibly quick, but that’s because they have to be, as a single slip or moment of inaction can lead to them becoming lunch. To avoid that ignominious fate, they need every sensory advantage they can get; thankfully, they have … Read more
Rabbits can be remarkably fussy when it comes to their living quarters. In the wild, rabbits face a constant string of uncertainty and predation from everything from foxes to falcons and so much more. Out in the fields, rabbits constantly have to be on the lookout for danger, whereas once they return home, they are … Read more
A red-eyed rabbit is a sight to behold. We typically associate red eyes with predators or even demonic creatures of yore, so what on Earth are they doing adorning the face of your adorable little rabbit? There are actually several reasons why a rabbit may have red eyes, none of which have to do with … Read more
Few features loom larger in a rabbit’s life than their teeth. Rabbits spend much of their life grazing and noshing, which makes it essential that they make sure their teeth are in good shape. That, in turn, is part of the reason you can often find them chewing various things, to keep their teeth strong … Read more
Few things are more characteristic of rabbit behavior than their noses twitching away. On the one hand, it’s adorable, and not just because it makes them look as if they’re ready to cast a spell on Bewitched. Rabbits can seem to be little furry balls of activity and that nose twitching is no exception. On … Read more
One of the most important things to remember about animals is that they experience the world differently from us. That’s part of what makes studying or living with animals such a unique and potentially rewarding experience, but it can also make you wonder about how different their experiences really are. Case in point, the way … Read more
Rabbits will chew on or through just about anything when given the chance, the more abundant, the better. That’s especially true when it comes to cardboard and paper, both of which are favorites of rabbits, which naturally begs the question – why? And just as importantly, should you care? On the one hand, rabbits love … Read more
Few things cause more anxiety than weight. “Fat” and “thin” are in one sense relative concepts but, taken to the extremes of anorexia, obesity, malnutrition, or hedonism can cause real medical problems. That’s true for humans, and it’s also true of rabbits as well. Even if you don’t have to worry about anyone “fat-shaming” your … Read more
We all know that rabbits have a thing for growing and proclivity when it comes to breeding, and those two things are not entirely unconnected. Rabbits in the wild need to procreate quickly and grow fast to offset just how many of them may wind up as dinner for predators. Hopefully, your pet rabbit lives … Read more
Let’s be honest; nobody wants to think about their little adorable rabbit leaving “presents” behind for you. We like to think of rabbits as cute cuddly creatures, but don’t let that fool you. Rabbits can urinate and defecate with the rapidity and proclivity you’d probably expect of a larger animal than this little ball of … Read more
If you’ve seen Bambi, you’ll remember the cuddly cast of characters that accompany the titular deer throughout the animated coming-of-age tale. Perhaps most memorable of all is a rabbit who excitedly beats his foot upon the ground, informing Bambi, “That’s why they call me Thumper!” And so it is – but why do rabbits like … Read more
Anyone who’s ever seen, let alone owned a rabbit knows that it’s a furry little feeding machine. Put food in front of a rabbit and chances are it’s bound to eat it, especially if it’s one of the foods that make up a staple in a typical rabbit diet. Even if it isn’t something that … Read more
Few things are more universal than the need to sleep. Big or small, be they hyperactive youngsters or exhausted parents, creatures across the Animal Kingdom need to catch some Z’s and rest up for the day (or night) ahead. Rabbits are no different in this regard. In some respects, rabbits’ need for sleep is quite … Read more
Whether you were the type of kid who was fascinated by anatomy in Biology class and whether the very idea of dissection makes you squeamish, there’s no denying that rabbits have interesting bodies. From their long ears to their twitching noses, how adorable they look when waddling along to their incredible speed while hopping full … Read more
