My dwarf rabbit book

A good show quality netherland dwarf will have a short, compact body that is well rounded, with the visual appearance somewhat of looking at half of a rainbow. They were originally created by crossing polish to small, wild rabbits which produced small offspring in a wide variety of color. Dwarf rabbits vary in size from about one and a half pounds to three and a half pounds. Attractive color photos of pets and their owners appear on nearly every page, as well as on each book s handsome frontandback cover flaps. Ill recommend a book and then ill go through some questions that. Thoroughly researching netherland dwarf rabbit health, care, temperament and. But my dwarf rabbit by monika wegler is an amazing and unique resource on keeping rabbits as loving, beloved pets. Dwarfism is a genetic condition that may occur in humans and in many animals, including rabbits. The smaller the dwarf rabbit, the higher the cuteness factor. Bonding with your dwarf bunny if you want a bunny then you are probably imagining a relationship where your bunny will sit on you lap whilst you read a book or watch tv, or where it will come running up looking for treats when you call your bunnys name. This informative video is a helpful timesaver that will enable you to get good at pets, rabbits. I got my baby dwarf rabbit ronja in the summer of 2010, when he was.

Its popularity as a pet or show rabbit may stem from its neotenic appearance. The netherland dwarf is a breed of domestic rabbit that originated in the netherlands. He drinks his mothers milk for at least four weeks and than he can gradually start eating solid food. This book will help you to clear up all the questions that you might be having regarding netherland dwarf rabbits and their domestication. Dec 29, 2018 this video captures the first 28 days of a baby bunnys life. This issue of toolong teeth is something to consider before getting a dwarf rabbit. This book features images in the style of anne geddes and shows the reader how to raise netherland dwarf rabbits in an australian climate while demonstrating what it is you need to feed, house and take care of them. This series is my favorite small animal series out there. The author of this book introduces prospective owners to the various breeds of dwarf rabbit with color photos and capsule profiles of each. Accordingly, my pet books contain even more color photos and more attractive checklists and sidebar features. When i was 1014 i had a small siamese netherland dwarf.

It is a condition when a rabbits neck twists and causes its head to tilt to one side. She talks about her own experiences with rabbits and gives wonderful advice. Dwarf rabbits are little animals which even after turning adult, resemble babies. The main aim of this book is to provide you with all the information that you need to domesticate a netherland dwarf rabbit. Someone gave her baby dwarf hotot rabbit a bath while we were gone and left her outside and her cousin found the rabbit soaking wet in a puddle of water in shock because she was very stiff is there anything we can do to save her. Gabriele linkegrun as part of the for the love of animals series, this book shows children and adults how to care for cuddly dwarf rabbits and keep them healthy and happy. Monika wegler my pet books, titles in a new pet care series from barrons, are formatted in a somewhat larger trim size than barrons popular pet owners manuals and pet handbooks. Now i have my dwarf rabbits teeth cut approximately every four weeks and he is no longer having any trouble. Bunnys guide to caring for your rabbit pets guides. If this idea appeals to you, know that these furry little bundles of joy require quite a bit of care. I do go over all of these things in my house rabbit guide book. But it is a lethal gene that dwarfs these little pintsized bunnies if youre a breeder of dwarf bunnies, or simply interested in knowing more about tiny rabbits, youll want to understand how the dwarf gene works, and how to manage your breeding program in order to maximize the numbers of true dwarf rabbits. National netherland dwarf rabbit club nndrc facebook.

Their small size and babyish features have made dwarf rabbits popular pets, and in 2018 around 18% of pet rabbits sold were netherland dwarves. The site was founded by veteran rabbit owners abi cushman and p. Head tilt in rabbits symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment. This book will permit you to to clear up the entire questions that you may well be having regarding netherland dwarf rabbits and their domestication.

Head tilt can affect male or female rabbits of all ages and breeds wag. The beautiful photographs realy helped me to better visualize the different breeds, assisting in my purchase decision. Get the scoop on feeding your rabbit a well balanced and high fiber diet. Your bunnys name shouldnt just be cute, it should also be easy for the rabbit to understand. Crittercages my dwarf rabbit bar03712 by monika wegler my pet books, titles in a new pet care series from barron s, are formatted in a somewhat larger trim size than barron s popular pet owner s manuals and pet handbooks. Lionhead rabbits were bread by both the swiss fox rabbit and the netherland dwarf rabbit.

When other books say things like rabbits need amount of something, the dwarf rabbit person has to remember that this means the amount that a standardsized rabbit needs. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Watch our bitesize tutorial on how to take care of dwarf rabbits from one of videojugs industry. A good book for anyone who is has a new dwarf rabbit or plans to get one. Got this for my daughter as a present,she is preparing for a rabbit. Everything you ought to know before keeping dwarf bunnies. My dwarf rabbit and me for the love of animals series paperback july 1, 2001 by monika wegler author. Netherland dwarf rabbit breeding, buying, care, cost, keeping, health, supplies, food, rescue and more included. The ultimate guide to dwarf rabbit care pethelpful.

I definitely recommend this book if you are getting a dwarf rabbit, or just want to learn more about them. Their text is authoritative and clearly written, accessible. Well help you get to know some of the major symptoms of the major rabbit illnesses, and what you can do for these health challenges, including some effective home remedies. I have a deal with my vet and they cut the teeth and claws for 15 euros a. Netherland dwarf rabbit a complete guide to a tiny breed. There are several different breeds of dwarf rabbits including britannia, petite and dwarf hutot but the most popular breed is the netherland dwarf rabbit. Choosing a name for your bunny is one of the fun things about getting a new rabbit. Looking for a unique pet to bring liveliness to your home. However have you learnt how you can make a dwarf rabbit really feel secure. The right diet is critical to keeping pet rabbits healthy. Apr 07, 2011 dwarf rabbits vary in size from about one and a half pounds to three and a half pounds.

My dwarf rabbit by monika wegler, 97807647129, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. May 09, 2019 netherland dwarf rabbits are the smallest domesticated rabbit breed fully grown, they weigh about 2lb 900g. Dwarf rabbit refers either formally to a rabbit with the dwarfing gene, or informally to any small breed of domestic rabbit or specimen thereof, or colloquially to any small rabbit. My pet books, titles in a new pet care series from b. When you think about tiny easter bunnies hopping around, the netherland dwarf rabbit will. They were first imported into the uk in 1948, then later brought into the usa in the 1960. From a tiny baby to a grown up dwarf rabbit or a bunny. Written by marinell harriman, the founder of house rabbit society, it is based on 25 years of collected knowledge of harriman and. When you think about tiny easter bunnies hopping around, the netherland dwarf rabbit will fit perfectly. The primary aim of this book is to will give you the entire information that you wish to have to domesticate a netherland dwarf rabbit. This video captures the first 28 days of a baby bunnys life. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. This page contains a fairly long list of nearly all the rabbit diseases that could possibly befall your rabbit or your rabbitry, plus links to pages of additional information about conditions impacting your rabbits health you might not ever need to worry about the vast majority of these rabbit diseases, however pasteurellosis and some forms of diarrhea are fairly common. Even the best quality rabbit pellet is not adequate on its own as a diet for pet rabbits.

The ultimate guide for netherland dwarf rabbits price. Netherland dwarf rabbits are tiny creatures full of bold personality. My younger sister who was 8 when i was 10 was very loud and ran alot. Plenty of fresh grass hay is very important in a rabbits diet, as are fresh greens and vegetables. I would like to share a few things i have picked up along the way while feeding my two dwarf rabbits. The author tells how to distinguish purebred dwarf rabbits from mixed. Keeping dwarf bunnies is a trend that is on the rise. My dwarf rabbit and me for the love of animals series. Belonging to the category of smallest domestic rabbits, dwarf rabbits are easy to domesticate though a little care on their diet and exercise is important. She then shows and discusses different ways of caging and housing dwarf rabbits, advises on giving them proper food, instructs on keeping them healthy and well groomed, and encourages readers to enjoy their. There are several different breeds of dwarf rabbits including britannia, petite and dwarf hutot but the. Small polish rabbits were bred with smaller wild rabbits. Netherland dwarfs are one of the smallest breeds of domestic rabbits in existence. There wasnt as much in here that i didnt know, owning two dwarf rabbits myself, however, this is still a very good read for new owners and perhaps experienced ones as well.

Major symptoms of the more common diseases affecting rabbits, like snuffles and enteritis. This is not a bad fact, the other rabbit book that i own has a lot of very good information about rabbit health, diet, and breeding. The other book by monika wegler, my dwarf rabbit has much of the same info, except far more about the actual care of the rabbit. He should stop drinking his mothers milk around two months after his birth. I have a deal with my vet and they cut the teeth and claws for 15 euros a year. Head tilt can affect male or female rabbits of all ages and breeds. I purchase this book along with my dwarf rabbit and the my dwarf rabbit book is a lot more thicker with more detail. This is a very good book that everyone planning to get a dwarf rabbit should get. Excess thirst in rabbits symptoms, causes, diagnosis. A complete owners manual seriously i purchase this book along with my dwarf rabbit and the my dwarf rabbit book is a lot more thicker with more detail. Apr 12, 2011 this informative video is a helpful timesaver that will enable you to get good at pets, rabbits.

Two cups of fresh leafy greens are also an important part of their diet, such as dark leaf lettuces, collard greens, turnip greens and carrot tops. The netherland dwarf breed was first produced in the netherlands in the early 20th century. I am thinking of buying a dwarf rabbit in the next few months but i am a little bit. This book is of great value to all firsttime dwarf rabbit owners. Dwarf rabbits complete pet owners manual is an excellent start for anyone new to dwarf rabbits and a solid guide for more experienced owners. I wa sput in charge with him name is gizmo and he was real nervous around my sister and started getting aggresive and getting him neutered really helped. True dwarfism is often associated with a cluster of physical abnormalities, including pituitary dwarfism. They are small and round with short, pointy ears that stick straight up. Watch one of nonos litter of bunnies grow up, every day from when they were newborns to 28 days old. It gives great advice on everything from bunny cages to health care and diet. My dwarf rabbit my pet series paperback october 12, 2007 by monika wegler author.

She then shows and discusses different ways of caging and housing dwarf rabbits, advises on giving them proper food, instructs on keeping them healthy and well groomed, and encourages readers to enjoy their rabbits company as household members. Written with remarkable clarity and illustrated throughout with fullcolor photos, the proper care of dwarf rabbits provides readers with all the basics, from selecting the right dwarf rabbits to providing the best feeding, housing and health care. The sidestories of the authors own experience with two of her own dwarfs are not only amusing at times, but also an informative reminder that, at times, you have this is a great book for children in terms of educating them about caring for their dwarf rabbits. Easy names to understand are those that sound a little different from everyday speech. A baby dwarf rabbit or a bunny is very sensitive animal.

Excess thirst in rabbits is also called polydipsia and is considered the intake of water that is above and beyond what is usual to see in a healthy rabbit. Netherland dwarf rabbits are the smallest domesticated rabbit breed fully grown, they weigh about 2lb 900g. My house rabbit is an educational website that promotes keeping pet rabbits inside the home. We recommend the house rabbit handbook, the first, and still the best, book on house rabbit care in the world. Facts about dwarf rabbits that will kill you with cuteness. The netherland dwarf is recognised by both the american rabbit breeders association arba and the british rabbit council brc. In this tutorial i would like to answer the question how to choose the best food for your rabbit. Symptoms of excess thirst in rabbits you will notice that your rabbit is drinking more water than usual.

Understanding and caring for your pet by anne mcbride 2012, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. For sale norfolk, va i have a brand new my dwarf rabbit educational book. Read the following article to know every bit about these cute bunnies before getting them home. Apr 30, 2009 my friends rabbit is in shock from a bath. The medical term for this condition is torticollis. Jul 24, 2019 now i have my dwarf rabbit s teeth cut approximately every four weeks and he is no longer having any trouble.