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My new rabbit just had babies! What care do mom and kits need?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female

Our rabbit just had 5 babies three days ago. We just got her two weeks ago and had no idea she was pregnant is there anything specific we need to do

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 5th, 2018

Other than giving her lots of fresh greens, and make sure she has fresh water, you do not need to do anything. Best to leave the kits alone, as rabbits tend to eat their babies when they are stressed or there is disturbance.

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