Tuesday, June 25, 2013

How to Keep Bunny Healthy

Everybody wants their bunny too live a long good life.  Here is how you can help keep bunny healthy.

~Exercise~
Giving bunny exercise is REALLY important. Especially if your bunny is lazy then you'll need to coax her by laying out a healthy treat and letting her hop around. Supervise bunny at all times and give her a nice indoor space to hop in. Don't let her play on carpet,tile, or slippery floor. Buy some hey mats and lay them out. Bunny should have at least 1 hour in the morning,afternoon, and nighttime. If you have an outdoor rabbit then give her a safe pen to play in or watch her as she hops around your yard. Give bunny toys like paper towel rolls,or special bunny sticks to chew. Please mind all toys that came from China. Also mind sticks or toys that have been coated in something. Have fun!

~Food~
You can read my post on food to help you watch bunny's diet. Beware of chubby bunnies.  However, whenever you want to wean bunny off of something do it slowly. Bunnies have a sensitive digestive tract. When you change the pellet brand mix in the new with the old. Big bunnies can have about a tablespoon (which is a super small amount). Small bunnies can have half a tablespoon. Dwarfs can have 2 teaspoons. Enjoy!

~Housing~
Giving bunny the proper housing really matters for health. Read my posts on cagesoutdoor bunnies and indoor bunnies. Also "rabbit proof" your house and garden. (Please see the link to the "indoor" and "outdoor" rabbit links).
Keep bunny away from drafts and out of the sun but not in complete shade. Outdoor bunnies need a very secure hutch.  You can even build a bunny condo  for bun to have. Also give bunny a cage that bunny can stand in. 4 inch. should be left above the head. You also must give bunny the proper litter.

~Regular Health Checks~
Read my post on health checks. If you see any wrong symptoms watch over bunny well. If they persist for over 2 days or worsen then call your vet! Bunny should also be spayed or neutered to avoid cancer. Also check the litter box for bad poops. Make sure that you always are careful with a new bunny. New bunnies can become very stressed/scared by noise and it can make them VERY sick.

I hope your bunny stays nice and healthy!







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