Q: From what age should I sterilise my rabbit? And is it necessary if I only have one rabbit? A: We highly recommend the sterilisation of rabbits. Naturally, allowing unregulated breeding will soon lead to an overpopulation, but there are also other important considerations. Rabbits need companionship to be happy, but can also fight. Sterilised […]
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Baby gate disaster Dear Patches, The cats and I love to play chase in the house. Flash is the fastest and he always gets away from me, but he cheats! He will run from the kitchen to the lounge, through the dining room, down the hall and then over the baby gate at Mom’s room.
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Visiting the vet with our pets might not be on our priority list of nice things to do. But it should definitely be something that we plan in advance and then make an effort to do, whether it is a cat, dog, bird, rabbit or any other small animal to see the vet. It might
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Who doesn’t love rabbits? They’re so cute and fluffy, but there are a few things that you need to consider in order to keep your rabbit happy and healthy. Besides doing the basics right, remember that your rabbit also needs to see a veterinarian regularly, and especially if he is ill. 1. Fresh water Would
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Deciding that you want a new pet is a decision that shouldn’t be made lightly. It’s more than just choosing the breed and finding the perfect match for the family – it means getting the buy-in from all the family members, and understanding the lifelong responsibilities and the financial implications that go with having a
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Q: Do rabbits show specific signs of aging and do older rabbits need specific care? A: Aging pets require different care, but how do you know at which age you need to start a different care routine? And how do you tell a rabbit’s age if, for example, he is a rescue? The average lifespan
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Bunnies are very social animals who love companionship and, once they trust you, they will love you. They might not show their love like humans do – they do it in their own ‘bunny’ way. It is important to understand that a rabbit’s behaviour differs from that of cats and dogs. Here are six signs
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