Introducing Chivers & Hartley to fellow bunny lovers.

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Registered on Easter Sunday 11.34am and immediately posted new thread:

Thread: New member, new rabbits
Posted by: Marmalord (New Kit)

Hello I am Marmalord (Ruler of Marmaland).
My Parents and my Sister both decided to buy my four year old Son a rabbit for Easter.

Now I am sure that the dog is for life rule applies to rabbits and Easter, but don’t worry - we certainly intend to look after the two little fellas.

I have built them a hutch and the main priority since we got Chivers & Hartley home this morning is making sure our labrador doesn't eat them both!

I am a little concerned that both rabbits are showing alarming signs of lethargy. Do you think this may be just a case of them getting used to their new home?

Also, I am not sure what type of rabbits they are. (Both are different the larger bunny has smaller eyes and much longer ears).

Perhaps if I post a picture someone would be kind enough to identify the breeds for me?

Member responses:

Ashlovesrabbits123 (Alpha buck)
"Sure, and welcome to the forum".

Bunsmum (Warren Scout)
"Hi and welcome to the forum. Looking forward to seeing some pics of your new arrivals.How old are the bunnies and are they both boys?Sorry cant answer your questions but im sure someone will be along soon who can".

LilVicky (Alpha buck)
"Welcome"!

Oompaloompa (Alpha Buck)
"Welcome to the forum Rabbits are for life,you certainly got that right! Some people don't seem to realise though But it does sound like these two will be well looked after which is always wonderful to hear Can't wait for pics"!

Bunnie Mum (Warren Scout)
"Hi and welcome to the forum.I think it's best to leave them to settle in and get used to their new surrounding for the first few days (I know it's hard with kids!) They are most likely stressed by all the changes. Do you have a hidy hole in their hutch? if not a small cardboard box on it's side will do, something they can both snuggle up in, and feel more secure. I'd fill this full of hay so it's like a nesty area. Pop a couple of little snacks ie. some little pieces of chopped veg or dried food, around the entrance to entise them out when they feel a little braver. Check on them routinely for signs of nibbling at food and whether they've done any poo's.How old are they? and do you have any background on them? Personally I'd also book them into the vets for a general health check up and make sure they are properly sexed.Good Luck"

Becky86 (Mam Doe)
"Welcome to the forum As you only bought the bunnies home today, you need to leave them for a few days to settle in. The main this is to make sure they are eating and drinking Make sure they have a constant supply of hay.They are probably very scared of the dog too They will eventually get used to the dog of course, but its all new to them.Im sure if you posted pictures we would be able to help with what breed the bunnies are, though if they were from a pet shop its more likely they are crossbreeds I would definately advise you take them to the vet for a general check up so they can be sexed properly (you dont want them multiplying ) and also their myxi vaccination Look foward to photos xXx"

willowholly (Mama Doe)
"Hello"

Marmalord (New Kit)
Hartley (Left) Chivers (right)Thanks for the kind words, good advice and welcomes etc. I have booked an appointment with the vets to have them sexed and checked.Hopefully you can now see Chivers and Hartley for yourselves on the following link: http://pets.webshots.com/photo/2818529240105042914yxCTIX

Piptickle (New Kit)
"LOL!!! Not sure how others will take this! But I think your new Bunnies look-erm how can I put this delicately? DELICIOUS"!!!