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.
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.
Is My Rabbit Having An Emergency?
Is My Rabbit Having an Emergency? Loss of appetite and lethargy are two of several indications that your rabbit needs urgent medical attention.
Illness Protocol
Illness Protocol: A healthy rabbit is a happy rabbit. Learn preventative care and how to identify and respond to signs of illness and injury.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV)
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV): Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) is a highly contagious and deadly disease. Learn about vaccination and best practices.
The Scoop on Poop
The Scoop on Poop: A rabbit’s litterbox can tell you a lot about their health. Unlike most mammals, rabbits produce two types of droppings, cecal pellets and fecal pellets.
How to Choose A Vet
How to choose a vet: Having a rabbit-savvy vet you trust is an important step you can take to protect your rabbit against illness and disease. Here’s how to find one.
The Scoop on Pee
The Scoop on Pee: Staying hydrated is an important part of rabbit health. Unlike most animals, rabbits eliminate excess calcium in their urine.
Get Your Rabbit Spayed/Neutered
Get Your Rabbit Spayed/Neutered: One of the most important decisions you can make is to have your rabbit spayed or neutered by an experienced rabbit veterinarian.
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.