Care of Rabbits
January 9, 2010 by J.C. Burcham, DVM
Filed under Rabbits
The domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) was historically used for fur and meat, as well as for medical research. Today, rabbits are popular as pets because of their loveable nature and relative ease of care. Rabbits are not rodents but lagomorphs. The identifying characteristic of… Read more
Aggression in Pet Rabbits
December 13, 2009 by J.C. Burcham, DVM
Filed under Rabbits
What behaviors define aggression in rabbits? Lunging, boxing, chasing, grunting, mounting, nipping/biting (all usually performed with the ears laid flat back) are all displays of rabbit aggression. Here are six common reasons rabbits exhibit aggressive behavior (several are closely… Read more
