Practical, friendly guidance for raising happy, healthy pet rabbits.https://hopandhome.com/https://hopandhome.com/blog/are-rabbits-affectionate/https://hopandhome.com/blog/are-rabbits-affectionate/Rabbits bond deeply with their people — they just show it differently. The signals to look for, what they mean, and why believing rabbits have feelings matters.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/do-rabbits-like-to-be-held/https://hopandhome.com/blog/do-rabbits-like-to-be-held/Most rabbits dislike being picked up, and around 60% struggle when lifted. Why that is, how to hold one safely when you must, and better alternatives.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/foods-rabbits-should-never-eat/https://hopandhome.com/blog/foods-rabbits-should-never-eat/Which foods are genuinely toxic to rabbits, which are merely harmful, and exactly what to do if your rabbit eats something it should not have.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/fresh-foods-for-rabbits/https://hopandhome.com/blog/fresh-foods-for-rabbits/Safe leafy greens, herbs, and vegetables for rabbits, how much to feed by body weight, and which greens to rotate rather than feed daily.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/good-rabbit-treats/https://hopandhome.com/blog/good-rabbit-treats/Safe treats for rabbits with portion sizes by body weight, which pet store treats to avoid, and why papaya tablets do not do what the packaging implies.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/how-long-do-rabbits-live/https://hopandhome.com/blog/how-long-do-rabbits-live/Pet rabbits can live 8–12 years, but UK veterinary data puts the median age at death at 4.3. Here is what closes the gap, and what actually kills pet rabbits.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/how-often-should-rabbits-see-a-vet/https://hopandhome.com/blog/how-often-should-rabbits-see-a-vet/Annual exams for adult rabbits, twice yearly for seniors — plus the emergency signs that mean go today, and why you need a rabbit-savvy vet before you need one.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-bond-two-rabbits/https://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-bond-two-rabbits/Introducing rabbits takes neutering, neutral territory, and patience. The process step by step, how to read chasing versus fighting, and why stress bonding is out.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-bond-with-my-rabbit/https://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-bond-with-my-rabbit/A step-by-step approach to earning a rabbit’s trust, the signs it is working, and the well-meaning habits that quietly destroy it — including trancing.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-litter-train-a-rabbit/https://hopandhome.com/blog/how-to-litter-train-a-rabbit/Most rabbits litter train easily once they are spayed or neutered. The setup, the hay trick that does most of the work, and what the box tells you about health.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/rabbit-breeds/https://hopandhome.com/blog/rabbit-breeds/Compare rabbit breeds by size, coat, and temperament — from the 2 lb Netherland Dwarf to the 20 lb Flemish Giant — and find the right fit for your home.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/things-to-know-before-getting-a-rabbit/https://hopandhome.com/blog/things-to-know-before-getting-a-rabbit/Rabbits live 8–12 years, need more space than a cage, and see exotic vets. An honest look at the commitment before you bring one home.Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/what-do-i-need-for-a-pet-rabbit/https://hopandhome.com/blog/what-do-i-need-for-a-pet-rabbit/Everything to buy before your rabbit comes home — enclosure size, safe litter, hay, bowls, and toys — plus the popular products you should skip entirely.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/what-kind-of-cage-for-a-rabbit/https://hopandhome.com/blog/what-kind-of-cage-for-a-rabbit/Most cages sold for rabbits are too small. The four-behaviour test welfare bodies use, real minimum dimensions, and why wire floors cause sore hocks.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/what-should-my-rabbit-eat/https://hopandhome.com/blog/what-should-my-rabbit-eat/The 85/10/5 rule for rabbit diets, with daily hay, greens, and pellet amounts by body weight — and why hay matters far more than anything in a bag.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-chew-everything/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-chew-everything/Chewing is a biological necessity for rabbits, not misbehavior. Why they do it, which chews are dangerous, and which woods are genuinely safe to offer.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-dig/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-dig/Digging is a welfare need, not a bad habit. Why rabbits dig, how to build a digging box, which fillers are safe, and when digging signals a problem.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-hide/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-hide/Hiding is natural for a prey animal — but it is also often the first sign of illness. How to tell the difference, and why owners miss subtle pain.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-thump/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-does-my-rabbit-thump/Rabbits thump to warn, to complain, to demand attention — and sometimes because they are in pain. How to tell which is which and what to do about it.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-grinding-its-teeth/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-grinding-its-teeth/Rabbits make two very different tooth sounds. One means contentment, the other means pain — here is how to tell them apart and what to do about each.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-losing-fur/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-losing-fur/How to tell a normal rabbit molt from mites, ringworm, or barbering — plus the flea treatment that kills rabbits and is sold in every pet shop.Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-not-eating/https://hopandhome.com/blog/why-is-my-rabbit-not-eating/A rabbit that stops eating needs a vet the same day. What GI stasis is, how to tell it from a blockage, and why some common home remedies can make things worse.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT