Field notes
What the garden taught us.
Feeding, housing, brushing, understanding. Short guides, written from the enclosure rather than from a manual, for rabbits that live outdoors.
Food·6 min read
The ideal rabbit diet: hay, fresh greens and treats
Which leafy greens to give every day? Where do carrots or strawberries fit in? Discover the balanced bowl that keeps our rabbits in top shape.
Habitat & Garden·7 min read
Life outdoors: setting up a garden and an enclosure that are 100% secure
Offering the freedom of fresh grass while protecting your rabbits from predators, escape tunnels and heatstroke: all our hands-on tips.
Breeds & Coat·5 min read
Caring for the coat of Dwarf Angora and Lionhead rabbits
Silky fur, a fluffy mane and moulting seasons: our gentle routine for avoiding matted fur without ever washing your rabbit in water.
Health & Behaviour·5 min read
Binkies, flops, tooth purrs: decoding your rabbit's secret language
Does your rabbit suddenly throw itself onto its side? Thump the ground with a hind foot or softly grind its teeth? Learn to read each of its emotions.
Baby Bunnies·6 min read
Welcoming a baby rabbit and watching it grow: the golden rules
From birth in the nest to the first steps after weaning: how to support a young kit with calm, patience and safety.
Habitat & Garden·5 min read
Rabbit, dog and hens: a gentle, harmonious coexistence
Smitten by our videos of friendship between our little Dwarf Lop, our Golden Retriever and our hens? Here are all the essential precautions behind the scenes.
Greens cheat sheet
What goes in the bowl?
Type a food to find out whether it can be given every day, now and then, or never.
Good green meadow hay
Essential day and night to wear down ever-growing teeth and keep the gut moving.
Every dayUnlimited (70 to 80% of the diet)
Organic carrot tops
A big favourite with our Dwarf Lops! Rich in calcium: alternate with other leafy greens.
Every day3 to 4 times a week, in a mix
Romaine, Batavia & oak leaf lettuce
Hydrating and gentle. Avoid iceberg lettuce, though: too low in fibre and too watery.
Every dayEvery day once accustomed
Celery stalks & fennel
Excellent for digestion and tooth wear thanks to their long fibres.
Every dayDaily, as part of varied greens
Fresh parsley, coriander & basil
Fragrant herbs, ideal for whetting the appetite of the shyest eaters.
Every dayA few sprigs a day
Fresh grass & garden dandelion
Picked far from roads, never treated with pesticides and never from lawnmower clippings.
Every dayGradually, in spring
Carrot (root) & strawberry
Naturally sugary: delicious little rewards, not the basis of a meal!
As a treat1 to 2 small cubes a week max
Apple (without pips) & raspberry
Always remove apple pips and serve at room temperature.
As a treatOccasionally, in a thin slice
Stale bread, biscuits, cereals & corn
Contrary to popular belief, bread doesn't wear down teeth and seriously upsets the gut flora.
NeverNever
Avocado, chocolate, onion & potato
Dangerous even in small amounts: keep them out of reach during outings.
NeverStrictly toxic
Frequently asked questions
What we get asked most.
Which rabbit breeds appear on the Cute Bunny Club channel?
Our tribe mainly brings together three adorable breeds living in the open air: Lionhead rabbits with their pretty mane, Dwarf Angora rabbits that look like soft little clouds, and Dwarf Lop rabbits, recognisable by their long floppy ears.
Can you give a rabbit carrots every day?
Carrot root is rich in natural sugars: it should stay a small occasional treat (1 to 2 small pieces a week). Untreated green carrot tops, on the other hand, are among the much-loved leafy greens to rotate with other greens and unlimited hay.
At what age is a baby rabbit ready to be adopted?
A baby rabbit must stay with its mother and littermates until at least 8 weeks old (ideally 8 to 10 weeks). This time is essential for its digestive weaning onto hay and its emotional balance.
Can a rabbit live outdoors all year round?
Yes, provided it is acclimatised from the warmer months (never moved abruptly from a heated flat in the middle of winter) and has a large enclosure that is 100% secure against predators and escapes, connected to a raised shelter that is dry, draught-free and generously bedded with straw.
How can I follow new videos and contact Cute Bunny Club?
We post Shorts and videos very regularly on our official YouTube channel @CuteBunnyClub. Subscribe for free and turn on the bell, and for any partnership or collaboration, write to us at steisseire@hotmail.fr.