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Why Does a Rabbit Get Sores on Its Feet?
Sores on a rabbit's feet likely mean sore hocks (pododermatritis), a common disease needing prompt care or it worsens. Here are the causes and treatment.
Why Does a Rabbit Tilt Its Head? Causes and Care
A head tilt is usually from disease; many find it cute, but the truth can be alarming. Here we detail the causes and treatment.
Why Does My Rabbit Have Calcium in Its Urine?
Calcium in rabbit urine is common and is usually caused by too much dietary calcium, such as eating large amounts of alfalfa. It can also relate to low water intake or urinary problems. Here is a detailed look at the causes.
Why Does My Rabbit Have Dull, Unfocused Eyes?
Dull, unfocused rabbit eyes often mean vitamin A deficiency causing night blindness and dry eye; enrich the diet with vitamin-rich greens, add a probiotic for weak digestion, and give older rabbits an easy-to-absorb supplement.
How Can Rabbit Beginners Tell If a Doe Is Pregnant?
Rabbit keepers, especially at scale, should learn doe care and pregnancy detection to help breeding. This article teaches how to tell if a doe is pregnant.
Why Does a Rabbit Keep Vocalizing?
Rabbits are quiet but they do 'talk' — grunts, hisses, screams, and more each mean something. This guide decodes the common rabbit sounds so owners can read distress, pain, or contentment.
Why Does a Rabbit Paw the Ground Repeatedly?
A rabbit pawing the ground may be marking territory, attracting mates (the 'foot thump'), digging, trimming long nails, or signaling skin parasites, allergies, or pain. Watch for other symptoms; if none, it's normal—if others appear, see a vet.
What Does a Rabbit Do All Day?
A rabbit's day runs in cycles: active early morning (5–6 am) and again evening (4–6 pm to 10–11 pm), with a long midday nap. Its schedule also shifts to match the owner's habits.
What does it look like when a rabbit has mites?
Rabbit mites usually infect short-furred areas like the lips, nose, face, and limbs, causing bumps, thickened skin, and crusts. Some cause intense itching and hair loss; ear mites bring foul yellow earwax and head shaking.
How does a rabbit show it likes you?
Rabbits show affection subtly: approaching you or jumping on your lap; ears forward means relaxed and happy; letting you pet head, back, and chin shows trust; following you when out of the cage is a sign too.