Rabbit Haven
Gig Harbor, WA

A shelter and sanctuary for unwanted and mistreated rabbits … until they all have homes.

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DISCIPLINE:

NEVER hit your rabbit. They don’t understand and become angry or aggressive. When you find your rabbit doing something that is not allowed, try any or all of the following:

• Clap your hands together loudly

• Thump your foot on the floor like a fellow rabbit

• Whistle loudly

• Shout loudly

BITING:

Biting must be stopped as soon as possible. A rabbit does not usually bite because they hate you. Within a rabbit’s social structure, nipping is used as a way to control other rabbits. A bite might signify that the rabbit wants to get down or is through being petted. He might accidentally bite your leg while tugging at your pants or shoes. This is usually done for attention. Whatever the reason, if you are nipped, you must immediately let out a shrill cry. Rabbits do this when they are hurt. Since they usually did not intend to hurt you, they will be surprised and generally stop this behavior within a couple of times.

DANGERS TO RABBITS:

Amoxicillin: Antibiotic used for cats and humans kills rabbits

Cedar/Pine Shavings: Inhaled hydrocarbons cause liver damage

Houseplants: Many houseplants are toxic, bunny doesn’t know what is safe

Electric Wires: Fires and electrocution could result

Stray/Strange Dogs: Always supervise your rabbit around dogs

Hairballs/Intestinal Blockages: Feed plenty of Timothy hay and give plenty of daily exercise

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