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What Do Rabbits See?

By Dana Krempels | December 19, 2023

How a rabbit’s unique vision system shapes his word.

Gi Stasis – The Silent Killer

By Dana Krempels | December 18, 2023

It’s an all too familiar story. “My bunny stopped eating, and then she just died.”

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Herman: The House Supervisor

By Marinell Harriman | December 18, 2023

Barging into our lives uninvited, Herman changed everything we ever thought about rabbits.

Core Beliefs

By Our Think Tank | December 17, 2023

Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that rabbits are intelligent and social animals who deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

The Story of FooBar

By Paige K Parsons | December 17, 2023

Over three decades ago we learned all about having a house rabbit the hard way.

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Top 10 Reasons Rabbits Are Abandoned

By Mary Cotter | December 16, 2023

This data was compiled from the author’s personal experience at the intake desk of a […]

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Vegetables and Fruits: A Summary

By Paige K Parsons | December 16, 2023

A list of bunny-friendly vegetables and fruits.

Spay-Neuter is a Win-Win

By Amy Espie | December 16, 2023

A spay-neuter prevents or solves all the most common behavior problems facing rabbits who live with humans.

Food & Diet

By Paige K Parsons | December 15, 2023

Adult rabbits need a balanced diet of unlimited hay, fresh greens, and a few pellets.

Missy Ott

By Paige K Parsons | December 15, 2023

1954—2022 Missy Ott Port Richey, Florida passed away September 9, 2022 in her sleep. She […]

Mental Health

By Bob Harriman | December 14, 2023

A broken leg, a missing ear, partial paralysis from a puncture wound —these conditions are […]

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Socializing the Antisocial Rabbit

By Marinell Harriman | December 14, 2023

Did Sinbad’s socialization subdue his vigorous spirit?

When Bunnies Use Biting Words

By Marinell Harriman | December 14, 2023

If you understand why bunnies bite, you can avoid being bitten.

a senior rabbit with assisted living needs

Assisted Living: Quality care for disabled bunnies

By Marinell Harriman | December 14, 2023

When rabbits lose their mobility, upright posture, or ability to reach and groom their extremities, they will need assistance with hygiene and their other daily tasks.

Myxomatosis Case Reports

By Paige K Parsons | December 14, 2023

Myxomatosis Case Reports

Choosing A Rabbit

By Marinell Harriman | December 3, 2023

While you consider what you want in a rabbit, consider also what you have to offer in yourself. Would your new bunny choose you?

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Photos by Alison Giese

By Alison Giese | December 2, 2023

We are fortunate to have Alison Giese as a contributing photographer here at rabbit.org. We’ve […]

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Help! My rabbit is sick and I can’t reach my vet! 

By Mary Cotter | December 2, 2023

Sound advice for managing common medical problems until you can make it to the vet.

Close-up of a rabbit's nose

Marvin Remembers His Gardens

By Bob Harriman | December 1, 2023

I was doing a framing job out of town, and one evening my wife called me up in my motel room…

two house rabbits on a cardboard house

How To Care For A Pet Rabbit: A Primer

By Mary Cotter | November 30, 2023

Responsibility involves providing proper housing, nutrition, grooming, and veterinary care.

house rabbit sitting on a dinner plate with angry caregiver

Rabbit Companions as Dinner: Just Good Business. Right?

By Marinell Harriman | November 29, 2023

Don’t let the media dictate your views on rabbit meat. Rabbits are companions, not dinner.

rabbit and cat

Rabbits and Cats

By Marinell Harriman | November 29, 2023

Indoor house cats typically will peacefully coexist with pet rabbits if given proper introductions and […]

A History of Rabbits on the Internet

By Margo DeMello | November 27, 2023

Since the earliest days of the Internet, rabbits and all things rabbit have been flourishing online

two house rabbits laying on top of each other

Hands-On Therapy

By Margo DeMello | November 27, 2023

Boys and girls are socialized differently while growing up and make the transition into traditional […]

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Rabbit and Human Coexistence

By Margo DeMello | November 27, 2023

Still Wild Because we share our homes and lives with animals domesticated relatively recently (about […]

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