Care of 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

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