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**numbskullwannabe** · 15-08-2007, 11:55 AM

my rabbits just gave brith to 4 infant rabbits.As it is the first time for the mother, i am actually afraid that she does not know how to take care of the rabbits.Any experienced people can help me?

Just some of the things i want to know.
1) do i need to make a nest for them?if yes, then what is the material for the nest?
2) do i need to feed them?i read form the internet that the mum will feed them and can check from the babies' belly whether is full or not. but i am still very scared

any additional pointers pls help me.thanks alot.

**mayocat** · 15-08-2007, 01:46 PM

wah!

I WANT !

**wish_mistress** · 15-08-2007, 02:56 PM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by numbskullwannabe
	my rabbits just gave brith to 4 infant rabbits.As it is the first time for the mother, i am actually afraid that she does not know how to take care of the rabbits.Any experienced people can help me? Just some of the things i want to know. 1) do i need to make a nest for them?if yes, then what is the material for the nest? 2) do i need to feed them?i read form the internet that the mum will feed them and can check from the babies' belly whether is full or not. but i am still very scared any additional pointers pls help me.thanks alot.

normally the mummy will build a fur nest herself...juz put in a piece of towel covering the pups to prevent the mummy to step on the pups and hurt them with her nails...when its feeding time (if she knew how to feed) she will go and remove the towel herself...so no worries...if u r worried that mummy did not feed her pups...there is another alternative way...dat is to hold down the mummy...stroke her...most of the time when u r stroking her...she will stay still and enjoy...at this time...move the pups with ur other hand without stopping the stroking...shift the pups under mummy's tummy...pups will automatically find they way to the milk....repeat this procedure every 3-4 hours once if possible...after feeding if mummy didnt lick the pups genitals...u will have to use a warm cotton and start wiping their genitals area to stimulate them to pee n poo... hope this helps

btw...mummy bun will normally only feed the pups at nite...but if u are worried the pups will be hungry...do as above

**numbskullwannabe** · 15-08-2007, 06:12 PM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by wish_mistress
	normally the mummy will build a fur nest herself...juz put in a piece of towel covering the pups to prevent the mummy to step on the pups and hurt them with her nails...when its feeding time (if she knew how to feed) she will go and remove the towel herself...so no worries...if u r worried that mummy did not feed her pups...there is another alternative way...dat is to hold down the mummy...stroke her...most of the time when u r stroking her...she will stay still and enjoy...at this time...move the pups with ur other hand without stopping the stroking...shift the pups under mummy's tummy...pups will automatically find they way to the milk....repeat this procedure every 3-4 hours once if possible...after feeding if mummy didnt lick the pups genitals...u will have to use a warm cotton and start wiping their genitals area to stimulate them to pee n poo... hope this helps btw...mummy bun will normally only feed the pups at nite...but if u are worried the pups will be hungry...do as above

i went to the pet shop and bought milk powder and is now feeding thru the bottle.Any tips on doing that?

Actually the rabbit did create some sort of a fur nest but i thought they were shedded furs and threw them away already.And i tried to gently stroke the mum but when i place the child near her she will ran away.but i going to put a towel on the babies.thanks.

**lavenderblues** · 15-08-2007, 06:27 PM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by numbskullwannabe
	my rabbits just gave brith to 4 infant rabbits.As it is the first time for the mother, i am actually afraid that she does not know how to take care of the rabbits.Any experienced people can help me? Just some of the things i want to know. 1) do i need to make a nest for them?if yes, then what is the material for the nest? 2) do i need to feed them?i read form the internet that the mum will feed them and can check from the babies' belly whether is full or not. but i am still very scared any additional pointers pls help me.thanks alot.

maybe you should consider to spay the mother when the babies are fully grown.. also applies to the baby bunnies when they reach adulthood..

**wish_mistress** · 15-08-2007, 11:24 PM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by numbskullwannabe
	i went to the pet shop and bought milk powder and is now feeding thru the bottle.Any tips on doing that? Actually the rabbit did create some sort of a fur nest but i thought they were shedded furs and threw them away already.And i tried to gently stroke the mum but when i place the child near her she will ran away.but i going to put a towel on the babies.thanks.

dats y i say u have to hold the mummy down...dont use too much strength but still able to prevent her from hopping away...rabbits make their nest using fur...but since u have thrown the fur away...then use a clean towel ba...pls check the pups every now and then...

i ever adopt a pregnant rabbit years ago...and i manage to bring the pups up using the method i teach u...hope u succeed too

**numbskullwannabe** · 15-08-2007, 11:47 PM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by wish_mistress
	dats y i say u have to hold the mummy down...dont use too much strength but still able to prevent her from hopping away...rabbits make their nest using fur...but since u have thrown the fur away...then use a clean towel ba...pls check the pups every now and then... i ever adopt a pregnant rabbit years ago...and i manage to bring the pups up using the method i teach u...hope u succeed too

oh ok thanks:biggrin4:

**Frangelico28** · 15-08-2007, 11:48 PM

I have had troubles in the past with the milk powder for babies, including pups, kittens, and squirrels. I think it constipates them but a good alternative is goat's milk because it is gentle on their tummies. I'm not sure about rabbits so you might want to check with the pet shop on that. Also be very careful when feeding with a bottle because the milk will go in their nose and into the lungs causing pneumonia.

**numbskullwannabe** · 16-08-2007, 08:58 AM

	Quote:			Originally Posted by Frangelico28
	I have had troubles in the past with the milk powder for babies, including pups, kittens, and squirrels. I think it constipates them but a good alternative is goat's milk because it is gentle on their tummies. I'm not sure about rabbits so you might want to check with the pet shop on that. Also be very careful when feeding with a bottle because the milk will go in their nose and into the lungs causing pneumonia.

ya yesterday when i was feeding some of the milk went into their nose, and they are having some difficulties to breath.But i wiped those milk stain from their nose after feeding and they are still alive and kicking now.anyway, i thinked i just saw the mum feeding its children.so theres no need for me to be nanny anymore:biggrin4:

**mayocat** · 16-08-2007, 05:46 PM

cuteness

**numbskullwannabe** · 27-08-2007, 05:22 PM

just wanna update. all my 4 rabbits have opened their eyes..partially..the eyes still very small.just wanna ask when will the mother stop feeding them milk?is there anything i need to do to make sure they will have sufficient water, such as baby water bottle?thanks

**wish_mistress** · 27-08-2007, 10:24 PM

once the pups are strong enough to be moving ard...they will feed on pellets and hays themself...normally at this timing...mummy bunny doesnt like to feed her pups anymore cos the pups teeth could be causing pain...

**numbskullwannabe** · 28-08-2007, 10:38 AM

thanks, but what abt the water?if mummy doesnt feed them anymore then i think i need to feed them water right?but my water bottle is too high for them....

**mayocat** · 28-08-2007, 02:46 PM

then u put in a bowl the water lor.

the eye small small..then u open it make it biggg larh