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Frequently Asked Questions?
I have decided to add this page due to high volume of rabbit questions that are asked
either by people reserching rabbit breeds, new breeders or genuine pet owners.
I welcome any questions and will always do my best to answer you correctly -
However im no expert and definatly NOT a vet.
IF YOU ARE WORRIED ABOUT THE HEALTH OF ANY ANIMAL PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL VET.
Here are some of the questions I have been asked followed by the answer given:
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Q: What is a doe?
A: A doe is a female rabbit
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Q: What Is A Buck?
A: A buck is a male rabbit
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Q: What is a baby rabbit called?
A: A baby rabbit is called a kit.
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Q: What Makes A Better Pet A Buck Or Doe?
A: Many people say that Buck's make better pets, altho I dont find that it makes any difference.
I have found that regardless of sex a well handled rabbit will make an excellent pet.
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Q: Should I Have One Rabbit Or Two?
A: This is a very frequently asked question, unfortunalty there is no right or wrong answer in my opinion.
Rabbits can live very happily with just human company (especially if living as a house bunny),
however there are many benifits for rabbits having company of there own kind.
If your thinking of two bunnys please be aware.....
The best pairings are always litter mates or from different litters or a similar age,
Or for older bunnys a neutered buck and neutered/un-neutered doe.
You can introduce to older does but this is a slow process and not always sucsessful
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Two Bucks kept together will NEED to be neutered,
but please bear in mind that it is still common for 2 neutered bucks to no get along.
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Two Does from the same litter or simailar age should be fine if introduced when young
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Buck and Doe, the buck WOULD NEED to be neutered to stop any unwanted litters
also if you doe is neutered and you buck is not he will consantly mount her and then a fight could easily break out.
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To anyone that is unsure and may just want one rabbit now and to concider getting another in the future
I would advise you get a Buck firstly and if you wanted another addition in the future
Your buck could be neutered and you could introduce a doe, which is a much easyer introduction
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Q: How old will my rabbit be when i get to take him/her home?
A: I let me rabbits go at 8 - 10 weeks dependant on size and weight.
However sometimes they are required to stay a little longer, however I will always keep you updated.
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Q: Im on holiday when my rabbit is ready to leave, can you keep hold of it for me?
A: Often I can keep babies a little longer but this must be discussed before reservation.
Payment for the bunny must be paid in full and a small boarding charge maybe added.
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Q: We adopted a rabbit from you and our curcumstances have changed, will you take it back?
A: I alway tell new owners to contact me if they feel they can no longer care for him/her.
I will always try my best to home or find a suitable home for your pet(s)
However no payment will be made to you and you may need to provide the rabbits cage etc if i am able to take him or her back.
Vaccinations and neutering may also be required
I AM NOT HERE TO JUDGE PEOPLE IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM OR JUST WISH TO REHOME YOUR PET PLEASE ASK!
I WILL ALWAYS TRY TO HELP - PLEASE DO NOT PUT THEM IN A RESCUE CENTRE THEY HAVE ENOUGH TO DEAL WITH
Vaccinations and neutering may also be required
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Q: What Do You Feed Your Rabbits?
A: I Currently Feed My Bunnys A Mixture Of Chudleys Rabbit Royal,
Johnsons Speacial Rabbit Mix And Redi Grass.
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Q: What is "Line Breeding"
A: Line breeding is another term for interbreeding, most breeders that do this sucsessfully however are very experienced.
It is not something to be taken lightly and you mush be aware of your rabbits family history and genetical background.
It is not something that have personally carried out myself, i would advise that you contact a breeder that line breeds there stock for more information.
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Q: What happens to you bunnys when they retire?
A: I am very fortunate as I have a local school with a petting farm that has offered to take any older does
They will have free run of the walled outside area (small field) along with ducks chikens and even sheep!
They shelter inside a wooden shed for the night time and I can visit and check on there progress!
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