Rabbit Care
San Diego House Rabbit Society has supported our community through education about responsible rabbit care, spaying/neutering, and adoption. We are a 501(c)(3) volunteer-driven nonprofit organization, which depends on donations from our community to fund our work. Please support us in our goals of rescue, adoption, and education.
Why Should Rabbits Live Indoors?
Why should rabbits live indoors? There are several reasons to house a rabbit indoors, including protection from predators, parasites, and extreme temperatures, as well as more consistent socialization.
Advantages of Pen Living
X-Pen Living: Housing your rabbit in an exercise pen (i.e. x-pen) is much more beneficial than choosing a cage. Learn how to set up a safe, comfortable pen.
Poisonous or Dangerous Foods
Poisonous or Dangerous Foods: Some foods are poisonous or dangerous to rabbits and can cause illness and/or death. Never feed your rabbit anything from this list.
Litter Box Setup
Litter Box Setup: Not sure how to set up a bunny-friendly litter box? Learn the basics and help your bunny on their way to successful litter box training.
Providing a Healthy Rabbit Diet
Providing a Healthy Rabbit Diet: Unlimited grass hay is the single most important part of a healthy rabbit diet, supplemented with grass-based pellets and fresh rabbit-safe greens.
All About Hay
All About Hay: Grass hay should compose about 85 percent of most adult rabbits’ daily diets. Rabbits all need access to hay, but the amount and type of hay varies.
The Place of Pellets
The Place of Pellets: Hay-based pellets for rabbits are dietary supplements that supply a more concentrated amount of vitamins and minerals than you find in hay and veggies alone.
Daily Fresh Leafy Greens
Daily Fresh Leafy Greens: Fresh greens help house rabbits stay hydrated and provide fiber and essential nutrients. Learn which greens are safe and healthy for rabbits.
Fruit Is a Tasty Treat
Fruit is a Tasty Treat: Fruits like apples, bananas, and berries are a treat because of their high sugar content, and should be given sparingly. Learn more about safe and unsafe treats.
Getting to Know Your Rabbit
Getting to Know Your Rabbit: Rabbits are prey animals. If you’re building a relationship with your bunny, or you’re unsure how to get started, try these trust-building steps.
Why Does My Rabbit Do That?
Why does my rabbit do that? Take closer look at rabbit behaviors and get to know why these quiet communicators do what they do.
Is Your Rabbit Sick?
Is Your Rabbit Sick? As prey animals, domesticated rabbits instinctively hide illnesses and injuries to avoid their predators. Look out for these signs.
JOIN THE SDHRS ONLINE LEARNING LIBRARY
The Online Learning Library of SDHRS is designed to meet the needs of rabbit owners and caregivers who look to SDHRS for the latest information on evidence-based rabbit care and services - including sessions on megacolon, bonding, up-to-date information on RHDV2, and liver lobe torsion. Click the button below to learn more about our free and subscription-based memberships.