...Where to start. The litter you're using is going to kill your rabbit should he eat it. The shoe box you have him sleeping in is horribly small and does not meet regulation sizing. Would you let your child sleep in a closet? No? Then why would you think it's good enough for your pet?
Spice is such an adorable and calm rabbit. I have two new 6wk old Netherland dwarf rabbits and they only come near me when they think I have a treat then run away once they don't see it. They come near me to investigate, smell, and one nips at me. I noticed, when I clapped my hands one thumps their hind legs, like Thumper from Bambi. Is there any way to show them I can provide a safe, friendly, and loving home. I wish to hold and pet them. Also, I wish they would stop pooping on my bed.
My rabbit is very nervous about being picked up and kickes and won't even let me try to pick her up and just runs although she is fine when I pet her what should I do!!!!
@MANIACMONKEYSKB Hi, rabbits (prey animal) dislike being picked up (liken to being caught by a predator). Sometimes thou, we do need to pick em up (for grooming, vet visits etc). It being something ur rabbit doesn't like, we need to be patient & gentle - so ur rabbit will trust u & let u do it with minimal stuggling. 1st pick ur rabbit up supporting her butt & bring her close to ur body. Then, flip her over quickly & hold her close to ur body - stroking her head at e same time to reassure her.
@Tripleco1 Hi Tripleco1, e best housing for any rabbit is where they get free run of a rabbit-proofed house (not couped up in a cage). If that's not possible, a play pen set up (made up of 6 playpens - meant 4 dogs), is good too. If u really need to house e rabbit in a cage, ensure that e cage is at least 2ft x 3ft and e bottom of e cage (where e rabbit contacts e ground), is not made of hard wires. If it is, do put some rubber or plastic tiles on e wires to prevent sore hocks on rabbit's feet.
I've only had my rabbit for three days and she's still very shy and scared, she literally whizzes across the room if i make quick movements. I'm hoping mine becomes as calm as yours are!
@Kelhibbert Hi Kelhibbert, it's understandable that she may behave this way. Reason being rabbits are the prey animal and even the slightest sounds and movements can startle them. Once she knows that your/ her home is a safe and secure place, and when she becomes more familliar with you and her new home, she will be more calm - a good indicator is when she flops to the side. =) In the meantime, do stroke her head when you can and reassure her that "Everything is alright".
@TeenyTeh Hi TeenyTeh, thanks for that! You're right, she has actually started flopping to the side and relaxing more, she's letting me stroke her more and more now and she's becoming alot more curious of people rather than scared! It's exciting watching her become more confident :) thanks
When I hold my bunny near her cage she always an I mean always jumps from me and struggles alot and sometimes she scratches so hard I accidentally drop her ad I get scared that she migh get bruces and stuff! Wat do I do?!
@stephylove10 Hi stephylove10, as mentioned to melurz, it's normal tt rabbits don't liked to b picked up (as they r e prey animal). Thus when u try to do it, they will bite & scratch in their defense. Also, if your rabbit is not sterilized/ neutered, he is more likely to b more aggressive. Sterilizing/ neutering will make ur rabbit calmer and easier to handle. And after that, it's practice & bonding tt will build that trust between rabbit & owner. Good luck!
@melurz Hi melurz, it's natural & normal tt rabbits don't liked to b picked up (as they r e prey animal & they liken being picked up to being caught by a predator). Thus when u try to do it, they will bite & scratch in their defense. Also, if your rabbit is not sterilized/ neutered, he is more likely to b more aggressive. Sterilizing/ neutering will make ur rabbit calmer and easier to handle. And after that, it's practice & bonding tt will build that trust between rabbit & owner. Good luck!
@bobcar714 Hi bobcar714, how to you normally pick up your rabbit? As long as you support the rabbit's body + butt, and bring the rabbit close to your body immediately (so the rabbit feels secure and safe), there can be slight variations in the way the rabbit is picked up.
Hi BananaManaTV! My girlfriend and I have had a rabbit for a month now, he's 15 weeks old and he lives in a large cage indoors. We let him out to run around for about 1-2 hours per day and he is very happy when he's out, he binkies and runs around like a nutter. He does come over to us and sometimes lies down so we can stroke him. When we try to pick him up to put him back, he does the same but when we get a hand behind his front legs, he just runs away. Can you offer any advice? Thanks :)
@drummerdude57 Hi drummerdude57, do you mean when you put your hand under your rabbit's armpits i.e. above his tummy, he runs away? If that's the case, that's completely normal as rabbits are extremely sensitive on their tummys and on their paws and feet. You need to put one hand under his armpits & support his butt at the same time and quickly and firmly (but still gently) lift him up. Hope this helps!
hi teeny. last nite, i realised that my rabbit couldn't eat. couldn't bite his veggies, couldn't even chew his pellets. i brought him to the vet just now. but the vet couldn't answer my questions and didn't know what to do. one of his bottom tooth was loose and the vet pulled it off. and it appeared to b a chipped tooth. will it grow back? what can i feed him for the time being? the chipped tooth was just left as it is.. i'm worried if the sharp edges will hurt him.
@Eubehski Hi, is ur rabbit eating? Some rabbits still eat hay, pellets & vege despite losing a tooth. If ur rabbit's eatin normally, everything shld be fine. Do check for any rough edges in ur rabbit's mouth. If there r any rough edges (frm chipped tooth), it might cause abscess - which can get very serious. If ur rabbit's not eating cos of e loss of e tooth, u hav 2 mash/ cut up his food up so tt he doesn't need to chew as much. If he still doesn't eat, bring him 2 a rabbit-savy vet asap.
Hello Teeny! Thanks for all the wonderful videos on how to handle rabbits. We recently bought a pair of Netherland Dwarf rabbits - one male and the other female. Both are about 4 weeks old now. While the male is generally very active and less resistive towards being picked up, the female is very hard to handle even when extra care is taken. She tenses up very easily and cannot be put into her trance. This makes examining and cleaning her very difficult. Can something be done about this?
Hello Teeny! Thanks for all the wonderful videos on how to handle rabbits. We recently bought a pair of Netherland Dwarf rabbits - one male and the other female. Both are about 4 weeks old now. While the male is generally very active and less resistive towards being picked up, the female is very hard to handle even when extra care is taken. She tenses up very easily and cannot be put into her trance. This makes examining and cleaning her very difficult. Can something be done about this?
@natraj123456789 Hi, it's normal 4 rabbits at tt age to b hard to handle as they r reaching maturity (between 3-6 mths). Sterilizing em after they reach maturity makes handling a lot easier. it also depends on their personality. Almost every rabbit can be tranced - it jus takes patience & practice. Just pick her up & gently flip her on her back. Stroke her head & cover her eyes to calm her down. When she's on her back, hold her firmly (not tightly), so tt she knows she's in safe confident hands.
Thanks for the help. I've been having a bit of trouble with my bunnies and this helped especially because my rabbits are the same breed and size. But what should I do if they start kicking? I'm so scared of hurting them or them hurting themselves.
@HorseLuver4Ever733 Yes, rabbits hav strong legs-2 escape frm predators. When picking em up, they might struggle. If they r in an awkward position when they kick or if they accidentally fall, they might hurt emselves - esp their long fragile spine. To prevent stuggling, make sure he's comfortable wif u pickin him up - b firm (but not hard) in ur hold & reassure him tt everything's ok. Ur rabbit can sense if u r not confident of holdin him well. Hav faith n remember, practice makes perfect. =)
@kooltheman Sterilizing or neutering your rabbit refers to the removal of the reproductive organs of either a male or a female of the rabbit. People frequently refer to the surgery in a female as a "spay". There are numerous benefits to sterilizing your rabbit including the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. You have to go to a rabbit savy vet to get this procedure done. Where are you located at kooltheman?
Hi AnimalAdventures10, yes, ur rabbits r prob being difficult cos they r goin thru puberty - hormones makin em angsty & aggressive. Sterilizing makes em calmer & more affectionate (other benefits: prevent unwanted pregnancies, easier 2 litter train, prevent ovarian cancer in female rabbits etc). After sterilization, ur rabbits will b easier to pick up. Ur rabbit (depending on breed) will b ready for sterilization at 4-6mths old. Do bring em 2 a rabbit-savy vet. Good Luck!
Hi kooltheman, u can get hay, pellets & litter wood pellets frm some petshops. Hay: Ensure it is green & fresh. Go for hay frm USA rather than China as they r higher quality. 4 adult rabbits, opt 4 Timothy Hay, Orchard Grass or Oat Hay. Pellets: Ensure high in fibre. AVOID colourful rabbit feeds (with things like corn, nuts etc). Even though these feeds look attractive, they r bad for e rabbit - just pellets would suffice. I use Oxbow Bunny Basics T. For litter pellets, I use WoodyPet. =)
Hi mylilmei, yes, rabbits are rather sensitive at their bellies (paws & feet too). Thus, my tip for you will be to pick him up fast. Once you stroke his head and calm him down and tell him you're going to pick him up, quickly put your right hand under his belly and the other lifting his butt (all at the same time). Then bring him close to your chest and give him pats and praise. He should soon realize that it's not as bad as he thought it would be. Good luck and let me know how it goes! =)
Hi AlexZwinky, yes you can. But as mentioned, different rabbits react differently - some are easier to pick up while others require a bit more patience and determination. We need to remember that rabbits by nature do not like to be picked up, but we can show them that it's not as scary as they think if we are confident and firm (yet gentle) when we pick them up. Lots of praise and treats (for them) when they allow you to do so helps too. =)
Hi pagtitiyaga, picking up a rabbit can be challenging & yes I admit not every bunny is as easy to pick up as Spice. My other one, Sugar, is quite a terror as she tries to escape every time (after 8 years!) But I just use the same method but am quicker and more firm in my hold when trying to pick her up (not rough, not forceful, but firm). Firstly you have to be confident that you'll be able to do it - rabbits can sense if you are not. Then, use the same method with a firmer grip. Good luck!
Hi Bee5productions, takin care of a rabbit is more work than most ppl know. Rabbits need 2 b fed daily (with hay, pellets, vege & water). Litter box needs 2 b changed once every 3 days. Rabbits shed once every 3 mths - u need 2 brush their fur during these times & daily if u have a long haired rabbit. Gotta clip his nails too. Rabbits live 10-12 yrs so u hav 2 b prepared 2 take care of him 4 his lifetime (even if he gets sick). Once u r ready for all this commitment, then u MAY be ready. =)
So glad you like the video. We are working with the House Rabbit Society of Singapore on a whole educational series on how to care for a pet rabbit. It's a lot more commitment than most expect. Please subscribe to our channel, and stay tune for the series of videos to be coming soon.
@3333sweetie Hi 3333sweetie, different rabbits, like different people, have different personalities. So some rabbits are playful, cheeky and mischievous while others are more docile and shy.
Please comment and add more advice and suggestions on this topic, or if you have any questions please ask. Lots more useful HD videos to come, so please subscribe to our channel. Thanks for the support and for watching!
@3333sweetie We only have the rabbits in this “trance” position for as long as we need to groom them i.e. cut their nails, spot clean them, inspect their health etc. As rabbits are not comfortable in this position (you can tell by their heartrate), we should not have them in this position for prolonged periods of time.
You are adorable and you are a great pet owner.
LadyMeilin 17 hours ago
thx teeny your the best!!!
cattylovesiwako 1 week ago
How many rabbits do you have? I've seen Sugar and Spice so far. Are they both yours?
Poody0005 1 week ago
My rabbit absolutely HATES being picked up. He freaks out and squirms when I pick him up, any suggestions?
SuperHorsegirl2000 1 month ago
My bunny hates going upside down????
tigers3010 1 month ago
Sorry, wrong video lol. I loved yours actually. Thanks!
Wanderer3133 1 month ago
...Where to start. The litter you're using is going to kill your rabbit should he eat it. The shoe box you have him sleeping in is horribly small and does not meet regulation sizing. Would you let your child sleep in a closet? No? Then why would you think it's good enough for your pet?
Wanderer3133 1 month ago
Spice is such an adorable and calm rabbit. I have two new 6wk old Netherland dwarf rabbits and they only come near me when they think I have a treat then run away once they don't see it. They come near me to investigate, smell, and one nips at me. I noticed, when I clapped my hands one thumps their hind legs, like Thumper from Bambi. Is there any way to show them I can provide a safe, friendly, and loving home. I wish to hold and pet them. Also, I wish they would stop pooping on my bed.
cmceny 3 months ago
i had rabbits before and watching this makes me a bad rabbit owner. thanks for posting, now i can improve. oxox
uavida 3 months ago
My rabbit is very nervous about being picked up and kickes and won't even let me try to pick her up and just runs although she is fine when I pet her what should I do!!!!
soflylikeag6xxx 4 months ago
if my rabbit is always nervous of me picking him up, but should i just keep doing it until he will calm down or just let him be
MrJokerNick 4 months ago
pause at 0:37 AWEH! <3
nomnom195 6 months ago
why does my rabbit still kick and scratch when i pick him up the correct way ?
MANIACMONKEYSKB 6 months ago
@MANIACMONKEYSKB Hi, rabbits (prey animal) dislike being picked up (liken to being caught by a predator). Sometimes thou, we do need to pick em up (for grooming, vet visits etc). It being something ur rabbit doesn't like, we need to be patient & gentle - so ur rabbit will trust u & let u do it with minimal stuggling. 1st pick ur rabbit up supporting her butt & bring her close to ur body. Then, flip her over quickly & hold her close to ur body - stroking her head at e same time to reassure her.
TeenyTeh 6 months ago
Hi teeny Teh,
Thanks alot! I have seen so many videos about rabbits but yours if the best! Reply back soon!
shakalakaboom123 7 months ago
that was very helpful!!!:)
Pinkie35683 8 months ago
can you do a video about what kind of cage works best for 8 month old rabbits? o and btw my bunny is named Oreo.
Tripleco1 9 months ago
@Tripleco1 Hi Tripleco1, e best housing for any rabbit is where they get free run of a rabbit-proofed house (not couped up in a cage). If that's not possible, a play pen set up (made up of 6 playpens - meant 4 dogs), is good too. If u really need to house e rabbit in a cage, ensure that e cage is at least 2ft x 3ft and e bottom of e cage (where e rabbit contacts e ground), is not made of hard wires. If it is, do put some rubber or plastic tiles on e wires to prevent sore hocks on rabbit's feet.
TeenyTeh 9 months ago
I've only had my rabbit for three days and she's still very shy and scared, she literally whizzes across the room if i make quick movements. I'm hoping mine becomes as calm as yours are!
Kelhibbert 9 months ago
@Kelhibbert Hi Kelhibbert, it's understandable that she may behave this way. Reason being rabbits are the prey animal and even the slightest sounds and movements can startle them. Once she knows that your/ her home is a safe and secure place, and when she becomes more familliar with you and her new home, she will be more calm - a good indicator is when she flops to the side. =) In the meantime, do stroke her head when you can and reassure her that "Everything is alright".
TeenyTeh 9 months ago
@TeenyTeh Hi TeenyTeh, thanks for that! You're right, she has actually started flopping to the side and relaxing more, she's letting me stroke her more and more now and she's becoming alot more curious of people rather than scared! It's exciting watching her become more confident :) thanks
Kelhibbert 9 months ago
When I hold my bunny near her cage she always an I mean always jumps from me and struggles alot and sometimes she scratches so hard I accidentally drop her ad I get scared that she migh get bruces and stuff! Wat do I do?!
stephylove10 11 months ago
@stephylove10 Hi stephylove10, as mentioned to melurz, it's normal tt rabbits don't liked to b picked up (as they r e prey animal). Thus when u try to do it, they will bite & scratch in their defense. Also, if your rabbit is not sterilized/ neutered, he is more likely to b more aggressive. Sterilizing/ neutering will make ur rabbit calmer and easier to handle. And after that, it's practice & bonding tt will build that trust between rabbit & owner. Good luck!
TeenyTeh 11 months ago
my bunny name pancho
SuperMrsChavez 11 months ago
My rabbit wont let me carry him up and the moment i try to carry him he will try to scratch me. I really dont know how.
melurz 11 months ago
@melurz Hi melurz, it's natural & normal tt rabbits don't liked to b picked up (as they r e prey animal & they liken being picked up to being caught by a predator). Thus when u try to do it, they will bite & scratch in their defense. Also, if your rabbit is not sterilized/ neutered, he is more likely to b more aggressive. Sterilizing/ neutering will make ur rabbit calmer and easier to handle. And after that, it's practice & bonding tt will build that trust between rabbit & owner. Good luck!
TeenyTeh 11 months ago
@TeenyTeh Thanks :D
melurz 11 months ago
before i try this i am afraid.you see,i have always picked up my rabbit a certain way and i think you will struggle when i try this.can you help?
bobcar714 1 year ago
@bobcar714 Hi bobcar714, how to you normally pick up your rabbit? As long as you support the rabbit's body + butt, and bring the rabbit close to your body immediately (so the rabbit feels secure and safe), there can be slight variations in the way the rabbit is picked up.
TeenyTeh 11 months ago
this video was helpful yet funny, how did she say all that with out laughing her ass off?
moonbear3000 1 year ago
nice, thats how i pick and put down ashy my rabbit.
brendsy1 1 year ago
Hi BananaManaTV! My girlfriend and I have had a rabbit for a month now, he's 15 weeks old and he lives in a large cage indoors. We let him out to run around for about 1-2 hours per day and he is very happy when he's out, he binkies and runs around like a nutter. He does come over to us and sometimes lies down so we can stroke him. When we try to pick him up to put him back, he does the same but when we get a hand behind his front legs, he just runs away. Can you offer any advice? Thanks :)
drummerdude57 1 year ago
@drummerdude57 Hi drummerdude57, do you mean when you put your hand under your rabbit's armpits i.e. above his tummy, he runs away? If that's the case, that's completely normal as rabbits are extremely sensitive on their tummys and on their paws and feet. You need to put one hand under his armpits & support his butt at the same time and quickly and firmly (but still gently) lift him up. Hope this helps!
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
this is a good video on how to pike him/ her up and down
12alyee 1 year ago
hi teeny. last nite, i realised that my rabbit couldn't eat. couldn't bite his veggies, couldn't even chew his pellets. i brought him to the vet just now. but the vet couldn't answer my questions and didn't know what to do. one of his bottom tooth was loose and the vet pulled it off. and it appeared to b a chipped tooth. will it grow back? what can i feed him for the time being? the chipped tooth was just left as it is.. i'm worried if the sharp edges will hurt him.
Eubehski 1 year ago
@Eubehski don't worry it will grow back rabbits teeth continuously grow throughout their lives, so he'll have that tooth back
bubblydeath 1 year ago
@Eubehski Hi, is ur rabbit eating? Some rabbits still eat hay, pellets & vege despite losing a tooth. If ur rabbit's eatin normally, everything shld be fine. Do check for any rough edges in ur rabbit's mouth. If there r any rough edges (frm chipped tooth), it might cause abscess - which can get very serious. If ur rabbit's not eating cos of e loss of e tooth, u hav 2 mash/ cut up his food up so tt he doesn't need to chew as much. If he still doesn't eat, bring him 2 a rabbit-savy vet asap.
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
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Hello Teeny! Thanks for all the wonderful videos on how to handle rabbits. We recently bought a pair of Netherland Dwarf rabbits - one male and the other female. Both are about 4 weeks old now. While the male is generally very active and less resistive towards being picked up, the female is very hard to handle even when extra care is taken. She tenses up very easily and cannot be put into her trance. This makes examining and cleaning her very difficult. Can something be done about this?
natraj123456789 1 year ago
Hello Teeny! Thanks for all the wonderful videos on how to handle rabbits. We recently bought a pair of Netherland Dwarf rabbits - one male and the other female. Both are about 4 weeks old now. While the male is generally very active and less resistive towards being picked up, the female is very hard to handle even when extra care is taken. She tenses up very easily and cannot be put into her trance. This makes examining and cleaning her very difficult. Can something be done about this?
natraj123456789 1 year ago
@natraj123456789 Hi, it's normal 4 rabbits at tt age to b hard to handle as they r reaching maturity (between 3-6 mths). Sterilizing em after they reach maturity makes handling a lot easier. it also depends on their personality. Almost every rabbit can be tranced - it jus takes patience & practice. Just pick her up & gently flip her on her back. Stroke her head & cover her eyes to calm her down. When she's on her back, hold her firmly (not tightly), so tt she knows she's in safe confident hands.
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
Thanks for the help. I've been having a bit of trouble with my bunnies and this helped especially because my rabbits are the same breed and size. But what should I do if they start kicking? I'm so scared of hurting them or them hurting themselves.
HorseLuver4Ever733 1 year ago
@HorseLuver4Ever733 Yes, rabbits hav strong legs-2 escape frm predators. When picking em up, they might struggle. If they r in an awkward position when they kick or if they accidentally fall, they might hurt emselves - esp their long fragile spine. To prevent stuggling, make sure he's comfortable wif u pickin him up - b firm (but not hard) in ur hold & reassure him tt everything's ok. Ur rabbit can sense if u r not confident of holdin him well. Hav faith n remember, practice makes perfect. =)
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
cool make more vids i need to teach my rabbit how to get littertrained from your other vids MAKE MORE VIDEOS!
woo492 1 year ago
your rabbit does not jump or anything . Cause i never picked mine up my brothers does it for me but u want to learn. thanks for the video i will try
faizaan87 1 year ago
"Rabbit's have really big butts"
Lol :]
itsELLIErawr 1 year ago
Your Rabbits are so cute!
321katt 1 year ago
there so cute!
321katt 1 year ago
@SmallScottishGal Thanks for the kind words SmallScottishGal. Spice helped make it look easy. He was such an obedient, co-operative bunny. =)
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
and they think their gonna fall
cutieme115 1 year ago
what is teralizing and how do i do it i dont have a vet doc either
kooltheman 1 year ago
@kooltheman Sterilizing or neutering your rabbit refers to the removal of the reproductive organs of either a male or a female of the rabbit. People frequently refer to the surgery in a female as a "spay". There are numerous benefits to sterilizing your rabbit including the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. You have to go to a rabbit savy vet to get this procedure done. Where are you located at kooltheman?
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
Hi AnimalAdventures10, yes, ur rabbits r prob being difficult cos they r goin thru puberty - hormones makin em angsty & aggressive. Sterilizing makes em calmer & more affectionate (other benefits: prevent unwanted pregnancies, easier 2 litter train, prevent ovarian cancer in female rabbits etc). After sterilization, ur rabbits will b easier to pick up. Ur rabbit (depending on breed) will b ready for sterilization at 4-6mths old. Do bring em 2 a rabbit-savy vet. Good Luck!
TeenyTeh 1 year ago 2
u r a nice rabbit owner teeney ,i hav a ? where can i get hay and pellets and tht litter rock stuff you put in from cuz tom. im getting a rabbit?
kooltheman 1 year ago
Hi kooltheman, u can get hay, pellets & litter wood pellets frm some petshops. Hay: Ensure it is green & fresh. Go for hay frm USA rather than China as they r higher quality. 4 adult rabbits, opt 4 Timothy Hay, Orchard Grass or Oat Hay. Pellets: Ensure high in fibre. AVOID colourful rabbit feeds (with things like corn, nuts etc). Even though these feeds look attractive, they r bad for e rabbit - just pellets would suffice. I use Oxbow Bunny Basics T. For litter pellets, I use WoodyPet. =)
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
my rabbit would run if i try to put my hands under his belly :( please help!
mylilmei 1 year ago
Hi mylilmei, yes, rabbits are rather sensitive at their bellies (paws & feet too). Thus, my tip for you will be to pick him up fast. Once you stroke his head and calm him down and tell him you're going to pick him up, quickly put your right hand under his belly and the other lifting his butt (all at the same time). Then bring him close to your chest and give him pats and praise. He should soon realize that it's not as bad as he thought it would be. Good luck and let me know how it goes! =)
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
so cutee!! can u do this for all the kinds of rabbit ?
AlexZwinky 2 years ago
Hi AlexZwinky, yes you can. But as mentioned, different rabbits react differently - some are easier to pick up while others require a bit more patience and determination. We need to remember that rabbits by nature do not like to be picked up, but we can show them that it's not as scary as they think if we are confident and firm (yet gentle) when we pick them up. Lots of praise and treats (for them) when they allow you to do so helps too. =)
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
Thanks really much :D !
AlexZwinky 1 year ago
I wish it was that easy with my rabbit!! *cries*
pagtitiyaga 2 years ago
Hi pagtitiyaga, picking up a rabbit can be challenging & yes I admit not every bunny is as easy to pick up as Spice. My other one, Sugar, is quite a terror as she tries to escape every time (after 8 years!) But I just use the same method but am quicker and more firm in my hold when trying to pick her up (not rough, not forceful, but firm). Firstly you have to be confident that you'll be able to do it - rabbits can sense if you are not. Then, use the same method with a firmer grip. Good luck!
TeenyTeh 2 years ago
Great idea, thanks! I'll keep that in mind :D
pagtitiyaga 2 years ago
I really want a rabbit. I am not allowed though. Please help me...
Bee5productions 2 years ago
Hi Bee5productions, takin care of a rabbit is more work than most ppl know. Rabbits need 2 b fed daily (with hay, pellets, vege & water). Litter box needs 2 b changed once every 3 days. Rabbits shed once every 3 mths - u need 2 brush their fur during these times & daily if u have a long haired rabbit. Gotta clip his nails too. Rabbits live 10-12 yrs so u hav 2 b prepared 2 take care of him 4 his lifetime (even if he gets sick). Once u r ready for all this commitment, then u MAY be ready. =)
TeenyTeh 2 years ago
On behalf of Teeny's Tips and HRSS, we'd like to thank you all for your comments and suggestions. Thanks also for watching BananaMana TV!
BananaManaTV 2 years ago
Well done Teeny :) also my suggestions:-
1. NEVER EVER pick a rabbit up by its ears!
2. Scoop the rabbit up gently but quickly so you can cuddle it safely in your arms before it decides to kick.
3. Do as Teeny does :)
Cheers,
BitBit
tiggeressvet 2 years ago
Hey BitBit! Thanks for the post. How's it going!? Good to hear from you again. Hope all's good with you our up and coming vet!
TeenyTeh 2 years ago
Love the video. Very clear and concise, very nicely made. More please!!!
And the bunny is way cute!!
wongapb 2 years ago
Stay tune for more rabbit care videos...
MsBusybunny 2 years ago
can u make more tips on how to take care of a rabbit because i'm going to get one
iluvbunniesnotsnakes 2 years ago
So glad you like the video. We are working with the House Rabbit Society of Singapore on a whole educational series on how to care for a pet rabbit. It's a lot more commitment than most expect. Please subscribe to our channel, and stay tune for the series of videos to be coming soon.
BananaManaTV 2 years ago
@BananaManaTV I understand. Are rabbits playful with their owners?
3333sweetie 1 year ago
@3333sweetie Hi 3333sweetie, different rabbits, like different people, have different personalities. So some rabbits are playful, cheeky and mischievous while others are more docile and shy.
TeenyTeh 1 year ago
Please comment and add more advice and suggestions on this topic, or if you have any questions please ask. Lots more useful HD videos to come, so please subscribe to our channel. Thanks for the support and for watching!
BananaManaTV 2 years ago
@BananaManaTV do rabbits stay on your lap for a long while?
3333sweetie 1 year ago
@3333sweetie We only have the rabbits in this “trance” position for as long as we need to groom them i.e. cut their nails, spot clean them, inspect their health etc. As rabbits are not comfortable in this position (you can tell by their heartrate), we should not have them in this position for prolonged periods of time.
BananaManaTV 1 year ago