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Aside from our previous videos, there's still some information you need to know about eastern cottontail.
Indoor vs. Outdoor Cage.
Rabbits that live indoors have longer lives and are more social and happy. You can easily take one from their cage and pet them or play with them, which is very important in caring for any type of rabbit. On the other hand, rabbits that live outdoors are usually skittish and may not be bonded with their owners because you may rarely take them out of their cage to pet them. These rabbits are also vulnerable to weather changes, temperature extremes, mites, predators, fleas, and other complications. This is very important if you live in an environment with extreme climate changes or where it’s too hot or too cold.
If you want to keep your rabbits inside, but do not have enough space, you can prepare an outdoor cage to play and run around. Meanwhile, outdoor cages are the easiest to clean. An outdoor cage also gives your rabbits more room for playing and running around. Take note that that the rabbit cage should be kept away from direct sunlight, and areas with high moisture. The cage should also be well-protected from predators, including other pets such as cats and dogs. You can’t check on your pets as much as you can outdoors, but they will have a lot of space that mimics their natural environment.
Health Concerns.
Eastern Cottontails are very hardy rabbit breeds, but these are not immune to common rabbit diseases as well. With this in mind, you must always be mindful of your rabbit’s state of health and overall temperament and behavior. Any change could be possible signs of illnesses. They should also receive standard vaccinations. A vet can help you with your rabbit’s vaccinations. Some rabbit breeds have sensitive digestive systems and may be more prone to different health issues that plague the gut.
Also, be very wary of ill-health signs like poor appetite for eating or drinking, nasal and eye discharges, diarrhea, and vomiting. An unsteady gait, restlessness, grating of the teeth, and sleepiness must also be checked at once. De-worming is also recommended for Eastern Cottontails. This is a major concern in all rabbit breeds and needs to be completed in the spring and fall. You can use a pea-sized amount of de-worming paste and put it in the rabbit’s mouth. You may consult a vet for the best de-worming product.
Grooming.
Eastern Cottontails have short fur but will also need regular grooming to keep their coats clean, shiny, and perfect. You must groom it with a small brush at least once a week. You may even do it more when they are in their molting period, to prevent wool blocks and fur ingestion. Because rabbits usually self-groom, they can lick the fur and ingest it. Fur can accumulate in the digestive tract causing blockage and other complications.
And even if your rabbit is very dirty, you should never give it a bath because this can stress them. You can use a damp towel to spot clean them. Just wipe the rabbit down with the towel and use a dry one to dry off their fur. Trim their nails every month and check for overgrown teeth. If you don’t have a trimmer at home, ask the vet to do this for you. Your vet may also check and clean the large rabbit ears.
Breeding.
Eastern Cottontails should be at least 6 months or older before they can start breeding. The bucks can be younger, but it’s best to wait until 6 months. For male rabbits, make sure that their testicles have dropped before they are able to breed. The gestation period of a rabbit is usually 28 to 33 days, while most of the females deliver their babies on day 30-31. Before starting to breed Eastern Cottontails, choose a date that you want for birth. This is important so that you can be at home to provide the doe her nesting area.
Rabbits may conceive and give birth at any time of the year, so consider the perfect time for your pet to do so. During the hot summer months, the babies can make the mother uncomfortable, but during wintertime, it’s too cold for the babies who are usually born hairless. Remember that if the mother does not do well, the mother and her babies could all die. Therefore, spring and autumn are the best times to get pregnant.
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