The same care that you would give to any other rabbit also applies to caring for Netherland dwarf rabbits. To keep your Netherland Dwarf as healthy as possible, it’s necessary to give them extra attention because they are typically a little more sensitive than other breeds.
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Even though Netherland Dwarf rabbits are among the smallest kinds, they nevertheless require a large living space. Many rabbit enthusiasts advocate a larger cage size of 4 by 2 by 2 feet (or more), which allows more space for activity. Many pet professionals recommend a minimum of 18 by 24 inches with 14 inches high.
Eat and hydrate.
The House Rabbit Society recommends that a rabbit’s diet include pellets, fresh hay, clean water, and fresh veggies. Age-appropriate feeding is essential to avoid stressing your pet’s digestive system because the diet varies with age. Utilize the Correct Feeder and Waterer
To prevent food from spilling into the bedding, the best feeder is one that fastens to the cage wall. Because they protect the water from being spilled or contaminated with bedding or excrement, water bottles are preferred over open crocks.
How to Care for a Dwarf Rabbit
The Dutch dwarf for the most part, rabbits keep themselves clean, so they don’t require much grooming. However, if they are going through a shedding cycle, they might enjoy some assistance in getting rid of extra fur. Brush the rabbit’s fur in the natural direction with a soft brush or comb. Additionally, this is a good time to look for parasites.
A Netherland Dwarf will require routine nail trimming. You can either do this yourself by using a cat claw trimmer to remove only the tips of the nails or you can have your veterinarian take care of it.
Purchase/Pricing
The cost to buy a Netherland dwarf rabbit ranges from $30 to $90. This breed of domestic rabbit costs a little bit extra.
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