News — Healthy Habits
Help your Bunny beat the heat
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Rabbit Hutches the Do's and Don'ts
Posted by Shirae Verster on
We have numerous enquiries regarding bunny hutches and we do design and manufacture hutches with the best interests of the bunnies in mind. We are also more than happy to give advice regarding building your own hutch or habitat. Recently I have noticed some really shocking hutches for sale that are not suitable for rabbits at all! Rabbits have different needs to chickens and their hutches should be designed accordingly – a “chicken tractor” is not suitable for a rabbit! When purchasing your hutch, please remember that your bunny will have a lifespan of 7 – 10 years – choose...
Useful Herbs For Bunnies
Posted by Shirae Verster on
This is some great information from our Natal Rabbit Club newsletter – a huge thank you to Heather for sharing! Parsley: all parts of the herb contain medicinal substances. The root, leaves and seeds are sources of apiol, which is beneficial to the kidneys. The leaves are rich in vitamins A, B & C and in iron. Parsley assists in digestion and is a pick-me-up for off-colour rabbits. It is also said to help in gynaecological disturbances. Garlic: Cloves in the drinking water are said to stop the runs brought on by stress. Savory: For the treatment of colic. Relieves...