What a Thumper! - The Rabbit that will eat you out of house and home

Massive rabbit Ralph tips the scales at over three stones and costs the owner over £25 pounds a week to feed. When Pauline Grant was after a pet rabbit for her grandchildren she never expected it to munch his way through as much food as it does each week.
She didn’t realise that the rabbit was a Continental Giant rabbit until she took him to the vets, and they asked her why she had brought that particular breed.
Ralph is a year and a half old and is over three foot. He weighs in at a hefty three stone plus. His favourite foods are Weetabix, water biscuits, apples, carrots with their tops still on, cabbages, toast, sweet corn and not forgetting a huge bowl of rabbit food.
Ralph is safe from any cutbacks in his diet even if his owners never imagined they’d be spending over £100 a month on a rabbit.
Luckily for Mrs Grant, Ralph is getting pretty well known in the local area and as a result neighbours and friends sometimes donate food for him. He now lives in a cage with access to a cellar where originally the Rottweiler dogs were housed.
Mrs Grant has recently learnt that Ralph's is not the largest rabbit in the World, although it appears big is in their blood - his stepbrother “Darius” who lives in Worcester is the current titleholder.

[@repentbebaptized1421]

If bite you too if I had to live in basement 😂

[@terramommajeffries7294]

He’s unhappy

[@MrGb4ever]

You got that right.

[@TheCaptainSplatter]

Yes he is. Unhappy rabbit.

[@susannatuttapanna2010]

yup they only bite as a warning. he's miserable and lonely. I hope they give him up to someone who will actually care for him. rabbits rarely stay aggressive once they're happy

[@bnnyhlp952]

No wonder he's aggressive, I would be too! He's a single bunny, living in a dark cellar, no bedding, I don't see any hay and he's being carried when he absolutely doesn't want to! That's animal abuse and I don't think it's a good idea to post such a video without making sure that people watching know that that's NOT the proper care for a bunny whatsoever!

[@jakeornot6306]

Sanctimonous nonsense. It was a hot day. Heat can kill rabbits. Did you see the gigantic, safe enclosure?

[@bnnyhlp952]

@@jakeornot6306 as far as I am aware, the UK does not get terribly hot in the summer. You're right, I misheard and he probably has access to the enclosure outside, however it looks like he has to be carried up there. My other points still stand- this is no way to keep a rabbit. Poor thing.

[@adminsz3259]

@@jakeornot6306 А почему в темноте? Прохлада - да, но почему днём выключен свет?

[@MotherFucker445]

@@bnnyhlp952 no matter how you slice it you are still being a sanctimonious bullshitter.

[@bnnyhlp952]

@Laylay Turner they absolutely do need partners, please educate yourself before spreading misinformation. The countries with the best animal welfare laws already prohibited keeping single rabbits since it's considered animal cruelty, rightfully so.

[@mayenglish4572]

I have a rabbit. He is so well behaved. I live alone, and I don't work, it is just me and him. Rabbits have a strong need for companionship. An only rabbit is a lonely rabbit, therefore, the owner has to be that forever companion for him/her. We cuddle all the time. If I have to go out he comes with me in my car, or even in my push along trolley. He has his own little bed set up next to mine. I also have a rabbit lead/harness and I take him for walks. I really feel sad for that rabbit.

[@RuthHenriquez1]

I agree. They are social animals. Like the rabbits in "Watership Down," which is the species from whom our domestic rabbits are descended, they are wired for living in social groups with lots of companionship. I think maybe Ralph is lonely. Maybe another rabbit companion would be good for him. I like to keep my bunnies in pairs or trios.

[@lilyzhou5943]

I have 2 rabbit, got 2 because I know I can't spend all day with her. Didn't want her to be lonely.they are trained to poop pee in a litter box. They super friendly. Never bite, only run away if doesnt want be hold.I buy or make new toy for them every few weeks. I buy them all kind different hay to eat, so they not get bored of same thing.They jump on my leg ask for treat all the Time! Everyone should do some research before getting a bunny as pet. Hope this cute bunny will have a good home.

[@RuthHenriquez1]

@@lilyzhou5943 Your rabbits are lucky they are living with you.

[@frv6610]

Wow

[@truthb4ureyesgoodgrl911]

My bunny never is in his cage he's so sociable, and loves his pettins 😁 he'd sit there all day...

[@katezirra]

To those who keep talking about him being neutered as if it will solve most problems, she said in the video that he was taken to the vet to be neutered. Spaying/neutering does not always take aggression out of a rabbit. I completely agree that hay (and a lot of it) needs to replace a lot of what he is being fed. However, I also see her dong her best to do right by this gorgeous lad. She may not have all the facts, but it is pretty clear that she cares about this bun.

[@jennspiggies1944]

It's spaying

[@katezirra]

+Jennspiggies19 Sure is. Pretty obviously a typo. Thanks.

[@erkheth]

Jennspiggies19 Hi. Females get spayed, males neutered. It's good to see at least she cares, she's definately willing to learn

[@susannatuttapanna2010]

she's still abusing him by not spaying, feeding correctly and keeping him in a sodding awful joyless concrete dungeon

[@susannatuttapanna2010]

or* feeding correctly. rabbits should eat 95% hay and should have plentiful opportunities to run about. utterly sad that she has so much space and grass and doesn't care enough about her beautiful intelligent rabbit to let him forage, run, binky or explore. special place in rabbit poop hell for you all

[@Amanda-xw5mi]

Please give him more love, more comfort in his area. He's such a sweetheart and he's not there by choice. He's nipping at you because he's clearly not happy with your actions with him.

[@Lellobeetle]

Doubt he's happy in a cellar with bare floor. No hay or comfy bedding.

[@TheCaptainSplatter]

Is that why he's so angry with the woman?

[@5kamon]

@@TheCaptainSplatter It's probably because she would insist on carrying him, improperly, but it might be because he would kick at her otherwise. Bunies usually don't like being caried. And since he probably does not spend much time with people, but rather in the cellar or the cage he's likely not socialized. I doubt bare floor is such a great issue i haven't seen a bunny that would mind that much. I see no hay anywhere and those poops look tiny relative to size of the bun, so he may well be grumpy because he gets digestive issues.

[@HaiJosephine]

@Lee Harvey Oswald rude asshole

[@JCElzinga]

Happier than the rabbits i eat i bet.

[@HaiJosephine]

@@JCElzinga why would u even say that? It's so rude. Get out of here with that shit

[@monkeypants2066]

He's probably not socialised properly. And needs toys, bedding, and that kind of thing. Space doesn't do much good if he has nothing to do.

[@DMSProduktions]

Correct! Anti-social bunny!

[@frankiewiththebunnys4489]

Ye and he’s hiding and biting her

[@jakeornot6306]

Something "to do"? Rabbits eat. Rabbits sleep. They look around.

[@Coolkc456]

@@jakeornot6306 Rabbits need mental stimulation and attention. They like different toys and variety. I try to give my bunny a new toy or activity every week to a month and I often rotate out his older toys he can revisit later. If you want an animal that will just sit around and do nothing except sleep, a rabbit is NOT the animal for you and that's exactly what she thought she was getting when she wanted an animal that the kids could interact with when they visited. Rabbits are closer to dogs than any other animal. They need daily care and attention and access to toys 24 hours of the day, otherwise they will get frustrated. It is a myth that rabbits can be left in a small hutch to vegetate until you decide to play with them.

[@vanilla8956]

poor thing is unloved and kept in prison conditions.

[@kimberlypreston6204]

She could let him in her house. My rabbit is potty trained. It takes time but bunnies can live in the home like a cat or dog. Yeah, the basement is terrible for any animal.

[@nathanialalvarez2024]

this is a heartless karen that does not deserve such a unique pet :(

[@jmayo33021]

Bullshit! Give me a break!

[@nikunjpatel3092]

@@jmayo33021 rabbits need the same attention as dogs and cats do :/ just cos they look easy to keep they aren’t , mine are so hard to take care of

[@richardstevenson7364]

Gorgeous bun but it would be nice to see a big pile of fresh Timothy Hay. That should make up the main bulk of his food.

[@ryotaryuu]

Richard Stevenson yes he should be eating Timothy hay.

[@jaynehousner6251]

Richard Stevenson yes, Timothy hay, and a couple of fresh, raw carrots and lettuce leaves..and then bunny food

[@faithxmccoy]

I feel bad for this rabbit...

[@julielondon3359]

He is too large and too expensive for you to properly care for him. Please find him a family who can do what you cannot. No shame.....just lesson learned. God bless.

[@theunboxer3964]

I'll take him. He is gorgeous.

[@sellpee7456]

You gave him CrIpPlInG DePpReSiOn

[@YJKhattari]

She says right at the beginning, he's probably in the basement because its cool down there and it was hot out. He has a big open air pen up outside. We didn't see the area much, so you don't know if there is hay or what not.

[@rashleygrahamilton2431]

“Horses need help” on her shirt so most would think she’s a good owner but nope.

[@gracekelly3029]

A VERY GORGEOUS BUNNIE 🐇.

[@Tatertots.420]

Poor baby looks like he's in solitary confinement. I hope he gets to romp around in some grass.

[@joshuapowers5590]

You have a nice yard with grass. Make him a pen in the grass

[@deborahjohnstone7930]

I've rescued a giant rabbit,he spends time in our farm kitchen with me n the cats n dogs,goes out on the grass in a run, hes an amazing character n a very happy boy.

[@AF3NI]

She acted like she had the beast in the basement lmfao.. Smh I have a giant on my very large balcony when it's winter. So I spend a lot of time outside but he hops in and out even though it's not recommended I can't stop him all the time they say it's because of the temperature change. At spring and summer he walks in home at night he sleeps outside.. And when it's very hot he stays in the shower for the most part because it's the coldest spot. I wish I could take him inside in wintertime everytime I'm home because I'm home enough of the time. Put him outside when I'm going to sleep or go to work. He has a great outdoor pen

[@elizabethgordon3864]

She dose love him just needs to be more educated , I’m sure she is learning as she goes like most rabbit owners , he is kept indoors is fed well , has a bed just needs a little more tlc , this lady buy the food he likes to try and please Ralph I wish them well learning together x

[@OrangeTabbyCat]

You never ever keep a rabbit alone as a pet. It is not in their nature to live alone.and they need to feel straw, hay and grass beneath their paws. I can imagine you love him but maybe you can give him better conditions. It's no wonder he gets aggressive, he is not kept correctly.

[@bnnyhlp952]

sadly there are a lot of pettubers who spread the misinformation that it is ok to keep them alone :(

[@anjaherrmann9457]

Please, if you still have these rabbit, give him another home. It´s so sad, where he has to live. :((

[@shaleenahunt9457]

They need and wants lots of hay more that why he's grumpy. I have a small mini lop she has whole hut full off hay it's just bedding it's also the important food they need, clean fresh water daily. No wonder he bites he not happy Bunny there's hay.

[@dorkydoodlespoodles2673]

This breed makes an excellent indoor, interactive with family pet. They ARE trainable. Easy to litter box train, they will respond to their name and aren't aggressive unless mistreated. That cage lacks hay and anything of comfort. He is aggressive because he is being denied a proper home. Heartbreaking.

[@jakeornot6306]

You only saw what enabled you to criticize, and you were wrong. It was a hot day. Dangerous for rabbits. He wasn't forced into the basement from his expansive outside enclosure. Not heartbreaking, and it would be good to remember that she made this video as a caveat to other potential rabbit owners. (He also could have been made into a tasty dinner).

[@rabbitquartet9273]

So sad how she keeps him

[@c.b5996]

Its absolutely horrendous:(

[@patraisbeck1956]

that made me so sad its abuse disgusting life for him

[@wolveee41]

poor baby it looks like they dont treat him well at all or know anything about rabbits

[@esthergalliot1684]

Ce n'est pas un lapin de compagnie mais un lapin prisonnier et pas assez bien traité. Elle est à l'ouest la mémère ! Il ne voit ni l’herbe ni le soleil. Quelle gourde celle-ci.

[@alwayssmile1778]

Holding that fluffy bunny is priceless.

[@rabbytherabbit655]

Oh no , Rabbit is very alone and unhappy . Plz put out him in the underground .He is not happy .He wants to come out

[@sc00badive]

I love big rabbits, the bigger they are the more gorgeous.

[@chloyo4075]

Only £20 a week i spend so much more. I want the best for my babies. This baby here is depressed as hell. Needs looking after properly by an experienced rabbit owner not just someone who got one for the grandkids to look at now and then

[@brandonknight431]

I have a 2 new Zealand whites and a flemish giant. They are all house buns and have a huge deck to play on. They are the most spoiled rabbits lol. I agree he needs timothy hay, toys even toilet paper rolls with hay in them make great toys also they LOVE dandelion greens, kale, and romaine lettuce

[@c.b5996]

I feel so terrible for that bun, I wish I could take him in and love him like he is supposed to. I also have a house bun. She would love a friend. Looking for a Flemish giant to add to the family. Wish I could give that bun all the love it deserves and get him out of that cellar:(

[@pierodegiorgis7219]

that rabbit looks like a PoW....

[@thomasl1061]

Good to know more time was spent on that watermark than actually caring for the bunnies properly.

[@NamiSparrow]

she gave a perfectly good rabbit depression D:

[@Solitude633]

She got Mr.rabbit living in a Rathole. That kind of environment is detrimental to your rabbit. He needs to be surrounded by lots of hay & comfort.

[@STAKBUNDLES]

I hope she read the comments and accommodated this bunnys living area , and cleaned up the poop pellets thats gross having it around like that

[@wckedliz]

In the right home buns are good pets.

[@patriciamorouney2307]

Poor bunny

[@loopylou6841]

😱wow what a big boy!

[@dfadden62]

I’d bite her, too. Poor bunny. :’(

[@scapegoat6669]

What I did for my bunny, when he was inside, I had a medium metal dog cage for him with lots of hay, a chewy rabbit toy ball, a little rabbit salt block and his necessities, like water bottles food pellets, lettuce and clover. I had to make him a bigger cage because he was mixed with elephantism, so he got big fast. I had to move him outside because I thought he would be happier with the real thing, instead of just a window view. I made him a huge wooden cage with goat cage sides, and shudders that would close all but one side so he would be warmer in the winter months. He loved it, but unfortunately someone let him out of his pin, and he was ate by a coyote.. Rip Yin

[@whatsrandom6487]

Either replace one of those big cages outside for the rabbit or add another big cage/pen for the rabbit as it doesn’t make sense to have a nice healthy cage for your other animals and just put the rabbit in a dark cold cellar

[@susannatuttapanna2010]

let's just call this what it is: animal abuse. no attempt to satisfy the animal's needs, no understanding of their behaviour, no socialization, just captive in a concrete cube. of course he's aggressive. I have two rescues and have had three shop bought buns, they have as much personality and logic as dogs, as much loyalty and as much need for their own kind. I'm not a perfect bunny owner, but I always try and give them what they need, give them treats and give them new toys and experiences and give them an appropriate diet: at the minimum. this owner doesn't have a clue about rabbits.

[@BBBYpsi]

No hay & should have litter trained it so you do not have to walk over all it's rabbit poop. Plus can control the stinch of the urine they will leave.

[@Embrinna]

Okay.... Looking at this video, i ended up feeling depressed for the rabbit :(

[@jilterstegge3210]

OMG! Poor poor poor poor Bunny 😢 Everything what this Women do is so much wrong !

[@joelsmith5938]

Cute thumbnail. Sad video. Imagine if someone kept their dog or cat in a room all alone except for feeding times. Literal prison, all for the crime of the owner admitting to being dumb.

[@jakeornot6306]

She hadn't yet cooked Ralph for dinner. This was made as a cautionary video not to get any pet that you have not thoroughly researched, and, maybe even then, no pets at all. The woman is up front that she had no idea she had had this gigantic rabbit passed off to her. I hope she ate him.

[@joelsmith5938]

@@jakeornot6306 Edgy, dude.

[@cupgunner]

big buny :)

[@nathanialalvarez2024]

*this is a heartless karen that does not deserve such a unique pet* :(

[@puppyandfriendz3708]

Poor bunny...😥

[@TheCaptainSplatter]

You wouldn't mind putting the watermark in the corner would you?

[@eryn5672]

Bunny's don't like being alone, keep him inside like a pet and he will behave like one.. instead of hiding inside a table he will be licking you

[@velvetpaws999]

That place looks like a strange menagerie in the back… and a very strange vibe, too. There is grass galore outside… so why is that poor bunny in the basement? I think these people shouldn’t have animals, as they appear to be completely ignorant about keeping animals. I feel sorry for that bunny!

[@perk_a_licious6506]

Yeah, you can tell she dosent like that rabbit. Honestly dont understand why she hasent gotten rid of it if shes keeping the poor thing under that condition.

[@erkheth]

He needs Hay. Rabbits need to chew constantly, not just for teeth but I think stomach acid too. They produce lots of it. He's gorgeous and looks like you're smitten. They also need a lot of company though. Don't worry I'm learning too!

[@aiodensghost8645]

No litter box, no hay, no bedding. I understand having him in the cellar when it's hot because rabbits don't do well in heat, but geez at least make his time down the comfortable

[@haruomi173]

She has a big yard, why doesn’t she let her rabbit live outside?

[@xmengodzilla2816]

Agree..!!👍🏼 Maybe she’s protect him from a eagle..!??? 😂😂

[@matthewdinola1422]

She says because its cold

[@jakeornot6306]

@@matthewdinola1422 No. She said it was hot, and that was also why Ralph had ogne into the basement.

[@jakeornot6306]

You didn't hear her say, "rottweilers" then.

[@michaelweber1042]

Reminds me of the movie “ Night of the lepus.”

[@DMSProduktions]

Damnit Jim ahm a doctah, not a rabbit huntah!

[@TheBAZOOKABUBBA]

To whom it may concern, Your rabbit hates you!

[@apasih6854]

at last, we found him, the great big chungus

[@jerviswilliams6739]

20 pounds, so that's like 40 bucks in US to feed a rabbit!!😲

[@binkybunnysway943]

Omg so big. My bun the size of one ear ha h a!!! My bun is a little special needs bunny tiny in compa rison. I'm in the uk where did you get the giant rabbit? Wow his meal looks like my bunny s monthly food!!!!

[@linapasteur]

At least, she kinda care well for the rabbit, which most people would have abandoned or eat it.

[@sarina1234ful]

Most people don't eat their pets, just mentally ill people. She should have given it to someone that actually loves and cares for rabbits. It's the same with kids, the bare minimum is not enough.

[@unagavin2209]

You should definitely give him hay! It‘s so Important and also he should be fixed because that would make him less aggressive! Also I‘m not sure if he likes being picked up 😕 maybe you should try bringing him somewhere, where there are more people to get used to, litter train him and just really bond with him

[@susannatuttapanna2010]

£20 a week? I've got 4 regular size rabbits and with food, insurance, chews and toys per month I think they're circa 200 quid. perhaps he wouldn't be so vicious if he wasn't kept in a dismal concrete basement, and if he had a mate/ friend. rabbits are curious, social and intelligent. give him to someone who can provide appropriate space and interest if you don't want to do it.

[@wendydeane1627]

With a fenced in yard why is he not going outside?

[@lydiajoystuart4082]

the only good thing about this actual video is that it talks about the fact that it costs a lot to take care of a rabbit which is true for any size rabbit but especially such a big rabbit. I have to join in with all the other comments and say that I am quite worried for this rabbit. Clearly this owner has no idea what she is doing, She's feeding him food that isn't suitable like corn and way to many carrots in my opinion. Not to mention that there is no hay to be seen huge no no!!!!!! The other things that is upsetting to see is Ralph being on concrete! I tell ya that rabbit is gonna have sore hocks in no time cuz of that floor. So all in all there is sadly, room for much improvement. Is anyone else really wish they could save Ralph?

[@bellaerotica7608]

Very sad living conditions no sun no friends just a yucky cement cellar.😢

[@mattw4291]

I’m gonna be honest, this is not how to look after a Conti. I have two Conti’s, there are a few things wrong here. 1) They don’t like to be alone 2) They don’t like being picked up and when they have to picked up they need to be supported (arm under length of belly) 3) That’s far too much fresh food, yes they require it but natural sugars in veg can cause digestive issues 4) the hard surface of the cellar although good for claw maintenance is not comfortable for them to lay on and need proper bedding. 5) being outside alone is not good for stimulation 6) My opinion they should be allowed to live inside with access to outside, although the damage they can do is frustrating 😅 they are part of the family

[@naomiorbach1987]

I've got a continental large she's so much fun but yes she eats so so so much its a bit of a fight because I've got five others that are smaller than her so I have to feed her separately but she is so much joy.

[@sundaycarryout6281]

He's so cute and so big

[@robynhansen8448]

kept in a dungeon

[@xn0gaming]

The Thumbnail reads "Giant Rabbi" .

[@naomiorbach1987]

Lady feed him hay!! I saw where he is and it looks dismal he needs hay and chews like sticks nd stuff to keep him busy and happy and he might not bite you if you did those things for him??

[@gemmahedges653]

He is costing a fortune to feed because he has no access to fresh grass or hay which should make up most of his diet,he is probably aggressive because of his living arrangements,he has no soft bed or toys to keep him happy he would really benefit with having a friend,you really should have researched before getting a rabbit

[@dfadden62]

Rabbits need a mostly hay diet.

[@houseplant9967]

What is that pun in title lmao

[@davidkateley3892]

You are sitting in the garden enjoying sunshine, what about your pet? Try and swap place s with him, see how you like it!

[@Kimberlite66]

Beggars belief that someone would keep a rabbit in a damned cold dark concrete cellar! You gotta question the mentality and intellect of the owner.

[@analezaa6306]

Is he neutered? He possibly bites because of that. But if you could put him up in a place with you, would be good. It's true they destroy stuff to some degree, but you can work around it. I didn't, and my place is destroyed. But I could have been more proactive. It's just I don't think they asked for that life.

[@krainey]

Jeeeez the Fritzel home for giant bunnies

[@erikapaulao1856]

poor baby

[@daisymaisymae8788]

Some bunnies are just moody and temperamental by nature. I had the bunny bites to prove it!

[@deimosbf1805]

The breed IS important! Dont own a giant rabbit if it isnt what you signed up for!!

[@Kimberlite66]

She said she didnt know what she was buying, she just randomly bought a rabbit, got it home, and it started growing super big. Personally i think the mad bitch should rehome it.

[@1regularperson]

That big fella needs a job so he can feed himself 😂

[@user-jr3wg4ig4b]

There's many people who would eat Thumper.

[@reniferZiolo]

why is he in the basement??

[@El_sweep]

That's good eating big and plump make a tasty stew

[@Kai-lj2mt]

His living conditions is really bad and he has nothing to do like get him a toy 🥺

[@shaleenahunt9457]

It's not just bedding I'm correcting my mistake.

[@francisgerry3883]

Living in a basement is terrible for any living thing.

[@hyunsookkang6816]

Where's his hay

[@gringa4914]

It’s clear that she didn’t knows nothing about rabbits. She needs to understand that dogs and rabbits are different and they aren’t as easy to train. He needs a companion and a carpet at the very least. This is why you do at least some research before getting a pet

[@alliechampagne1404]

Oh poor thing! He's longing for a nicer environment! He's very unhappy. He needs unlimited hay. Oh, I'm so sad for this beautiful guy.😔

[@PujiLestari-tb5lb]

Keren banget

[@missemzofficial]

I know this is a old video but just seen this, this upsets me so much I have a conti his just over 3 months old and his the most loving boy ever always wants my attention and cuddles, all this food is so wrong. No hay no bedding no toys tunnels etc. I’m not saying u don’t love him but pig his still alive please research about this breed or any other future breeds u get. Mines full free roam indoor I would never keep my three bunny’s outdoors. There my family not pets

[@missemzofficial]

Meant to say if his still alive not pig

[@brendalaney9272]

I used to have one just like that one.