Are Pregnant Rabbits Aggressive?<\/strong><\/a> This article will tell you all you need to know when taking care of an expecting mother, new mother, and her kits. You need to make sure their health and safety are top priorities when dealing with these circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe most important things to include in your care are the proper nutrients and a warm nest<\/strong> for the bunnies to live in until they are mature. <\/p>\n\n\n\nA handmade nest should be built in a small box. At the bottom of the box, place a warm, not hot<\/strong>, bottle of water, which will act as the heat source for your bunnies. (If you’d like, you can like the box with a leak-proof liner or container.) <\/p>\n\n\n\nOn top of the bottle, install a thick, clean, and relatively new towel<\/strong>. If the towel is frayed or riddled with holes, the bunnies can get caught in the strings and be severely injured. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the mother did remove some of her fur<\/strong> in preparation for her delivery, and if you have access to it, place that inside of your nest as well. This will help the bunnies acclimate to the man-made nest. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWith the plush lining of the towel and the warmth emanating from the bottle, the bunnies will be comfortable and happy<\/strong> in their new nest.<\/p>\n\n\n\nProvide the Mother With Unlimited Food and Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAfter a mother rabbit has given birth, ensure she is given unlimited food and water<\/strong>. Allow her to receive a variety of foods that she will enjoy and will help her to recover. These foods can include pellets, vegetables, or hay.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe nutrition that is found in these foods is crucial in a mother’s recovery. When properly fed, she will quickly regain her strength<\/strong>, ensuring she has a speedy recovery and is capable of nursing her litter. Not only will a well-rounded diet benefit mama rabbit, but her bunnies will prosper as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\nVarieties of these foods, such as orchard grass hay, alfalfa hay, and pellets, can be found on numerous pet care websites<\/strong>, such as chewy.com, petco.com, and amazon.com. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFresh vegetables can be purchased from whichever grocery store you buy your produce. Be sure to thoroughly wash <\/strong>the vegetables beforehand. Pesticide residue on the plants can be harmful to the mother rabbit. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck the Mother for Lactation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAfter the mother rabbit has given birth, remember that it is perfectly normal for them NOT to feed their babies right away.<\/strong> It may take them an entire day to start feeding them. Do not overcrowd the mother after she has given birth, as this may result in her becoming too stressed and threatened to start feeding her babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the babies are not being fed, they will show signs of dehydration.<\/strong> These signs include wrinkled skin and stomachs that are not round. In addition, they may not be responsive when they are being handled by humans. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the babies are dehydrated and are not being fed, check the mother for lactation. If she is not showing any signs of lactation, then she needs to be taken to a veterinarian<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat to Prioritize<\/h2>\n\n\n\n The most important thing to track when taking care of a new litter is that they, along with their mother, are safe, comfortable, and healthy<\/strong>. With a healthy and attentive mother present, your job should solely be to monitor the environment of the new family, and not interfere with nature and its instincts. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The birth of any species is a special time. It is extremely important to take adequate care of your rabbit and her bunnies so they remain safe and healthy. 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