Our first 7 days of Baby Cottontail Rabbit Rescue

A week ago a neighbor called and asked us to care for these week and a half old baby cottontail rabbits. It has been a week of worry and care but they are thriving and are eating solid foods. They should be ready for release in another week or so. Things you will need in rabbit rescue, Pedialyte to hydrate the rabbit amzn.to/3uHVVpB. Milk replacement amzn.to/3I9yyKK to feed the babies. and amzn.to/3yEFZa0 nursing kits for feeding the babies.

[@FerraCountryLiving]

For sure is not for the faint of heart. I mother any animal (toads, salanders, tadpoles, etc) and my husband found 6 (2 passed already) baby bunnies so dehydrated and thin to where you could see their bones and knew I'd do whatever I could. Never had done it before and ran to buy everything I found to help them. 2 passed next morning and 1 2nd day due to them just being so neglected by the Mom for idk how long and just couldn't get them to thrive. But we have 1 little girl still and she's doing AMAZING! We call her Bun Bun. I'm just scared to let her truly go as a wild bunny again due to not knowing how to fend for herself.

[@ZsaZsaUmbra]

I just released my first cottontail rescues. The most difficult part was not being able to check on them constantly. The cutest things in the world don't lie6 to be snuggled. What a cruel world lol

[@birdie5382]

I have fostered 27 baby bunny's and loved e ery minute of it. I gave them pureed sweet potatoes and pedilite in a bottle and they couldn't drink it fast enough. They ate fresh grass, marigolds and kale when they got bigger.When they were big enough I released all of them down at the creek by my house. Thank you for taking care of these little fuzzy butts.😊😊

[@Raspukek-fu8un]

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[@carlberg7503]

What lucky bunnies to find such intelligent and kind godparents!

[@Mytime153]

I love bunnies. Im glad you were able to take care of them and nurse them for a while.

[@G0ldwaves]

You know what you're doing! Great work saving the baby bunnies

[@librnx1988]

Yet the mother bunny be like this is a piece of cake. I feed you today I see you in a day. Love u😁

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[@seanmoses5225]

I had one just like that at the start of the video. I'm saddened he died within 5 days of having him. Already felt like I had him forever.

[@juril001]

So sorry to hear this. Trying to rescue one is truly an emotional roller coaster.

[@user-mm7sg9kc6u]

Leave them alone. They don’t need your rescuing. Baby rabbits can fend for themselves after a week of birth

[@SqueegeeSquanch]

I totally relate with this video. My boyfriend ended up finding two ~5 day old orphaned rabbit kits at a desolate construction site a few weeks ago. After the few rescues that specialized in rehabbing rabbit kits in the area told us that they couldn't take them in, we were left with the choice of dropping them off at a "generalist" wildlife rescue (which we were told was not a good idea because the babies would likely be used as food), commuting out of state to find a rehab center that would take them, or taking up the task of rehabbing them ourselves. I can 100% agree that the ANXIETY during the entire process is SO real, especially considering the information on how to properly rehab these little guys is very, very difficult to find and there is a lot of conflicting information out there. I truly think the high mortality rate recorded at wildlife rescues is because caring for them is so time consuming, expensive, and meticulous, and the rabbits are easily stressed if they're handled by a bunch of different people. It took us hours and hours of research the first day to feel even remotely comfortable with the process. I definitely lost sleep over it, but it paid off - they are now three weeks old and thriving and (hopefully) one more week away from release!

[@susanraymond1366]

Awe My God so precious and cute and so adorable. Xxxooo, GOD BLESS THE BABY BUNNIES, XXXOOO

[@jamescampbell4334]

I had to rescue a pair of bunnies from our pool several mornings a week for almost a month back in April. With each rescue they were dried off with a towel and warmed up in a box inside the house. Now four months later they come up to me in late afternoon for treats, they take apple, carrots, celery out of my hand.

[@nicosanchez_music]

Just found a swamp rabbit in one of my pools I was cleaning today. I took it to animal rehab and now I wish I just kept it 😅

[@FactStorm]

The cuteness is unbearable :)

[@PlantMoreTrees9]

Thank you for saving them ❤️

[@mateok15]

Love those creatures. Thank you for helping.

[@1385william]

This was a huge help! I rescued a little injured baby cottontail bunny and this video save it as much as i did! Thank You

[@juril001]

You are so welcome.

[@nicholasmedovich6729]

They are all cutie pies! Love baby bunnies

[@michaelschmidt5702]

absolutely stunnig sweet and cute!

[@michaelschmidt5702]

😍😍😍🥰🥰 Goooosh soooo sweeeeet 😍😍🥰🥰

[@susanraymond1366]

Great care of the baby bunnies, GOD BLESS YOU, THEY ARE SO SO CUTE AND ADORABLE, AND BEAUTIFUL

[@kit2130]

What a kind husband you have! Very supportive & understanding.

[@lukamilas8648]

They are so adorable! Look like toys come to life.

[@keegie_creeper146]

When I raised some baby rabbits myself, the runt got fur mites twice... he was still released healthy though.

[@user-yh8jr8tk9z]

I rescued a young cottontail bunny recently in the afternoon and left her with a wildlife rehabilitator that night. I don't know anything about caring for wildlife and felt it was the best decision, however, I got so attached and still have anxiety about how she's doing now. That little baby stole my heart and I have difficulty relaxing. Hoping I can visit her and hear updates.. last I heard she is doing a bit better. Thank you for sharing your experience with us- I was hoping to learn more about caring for wild bunnies and I did. These are adorable and I'm glad to see they were doing better as the video progressed.

[@juril001]

I think what you did was the most unselfish thing you could do. These little guys aren't the easiest to rescue. They can get startled and die just from the stress. Hopefully your wildlife rehabilitater will be able to give you occasional updates. I must say when I released these little cuties into the wild I too felt anxiety. I don't know for sure what happened to all of them but at least two or three were making regular visits in the beginning. I still have bunnies visiting the back yard but as they became more wild I wasn't able to tell who was who so I can't say for certain that they are all my bunnies. I like to believe that that they are my bunnies or at least descendants of my bunnies. At least I know I got them to adulthood and that they thrived in the wild for a while, maybe still. Thank you for doing what was best for the little guy!

[@user-yh8jr8tk9z]

@@juril001 Thanks so much for your response, and sorry I'm just seeing this now. That's so beautiful- I love that you still have bunnies visiting you! I'm sure they will always remember you and what you did for them. The wildlife rehabilitator didn't really give me updates as much as I tried to get a hold of her, I learned I just wasn't going to get anything from them. But, I heard very recently that the bunny got better though she didn't fully act like the other bunnies (it looked like she had neurological damage when I took her in so there probably wasn't much you could do about it), she was placed with other rescued bunnies and released somewhere safe for them with lots of land and marshes. I'm glad to know that she is better but I wish I could have learned more about the process, and I think that's why I always find myself watching videos like these now. Thanks so much again for sharing your experience and rescuing these cuties! This really warms my heart.

[@kenyamalaikatagoranao3385]

I love bunnies. Im glad you were able to take care of them and nurse them for a while

[@articefoster8052]

My cat brought me a very small cotton tail this AM I made him drop it. it hopped away but the cat went after it so I picked it up and brought it into the house I feel its way to young to be on its own and I have no way of finding out where its home is. I called and talked to my vet and was told what to feed and not feed it. I think I might be turning it lose after it gets bigger. Oh and no the cat did not hurt it I was very thankful for that. I followed the cat cat to see if he would take me back to the nest but he got away from me.

[@jesusramos778]

Those guys eating is soooo cute lol

[@nicholasmedovich6729]

I adore the babies and parent bunnies 😍😍😍

[@charlesuri2830]

Poor little ones God bless you 🙏❤️

[@gouvyrock]

you are a good soul 🥰😍😇

[@pamelajohnson9853]

I named mine Eeny, Meeny, Miney and Moe. 😊

[@josephgarrison7424]

WILD LIFE CAN'T GO TOO THE STORE LIKE WE CAN

[@jimjablowme8707]

Great video and advice I have 3 right now with their eyes still closed. I can't stop spoiling them everytime they get wild in their box I let them fall asleep in my hand . I'm on day 3 wish me luck

[@juril001]

You will do great! With bunnies who haven't opened their eyes you will need to take a warm cotton ball to simulate the stimulation of the mother's grooming tongue on their bellies and ano-genital region in order to release a stream of urine and those pinhead-sized poops. This will avoid bloat if you aren't already aware. Thank you for caring for them.

[@leonardusdesignleonardusde3479]

They look great!!

[@jasonfoleyfoley8207]

Well you got some wah woos. They are cute..

[@nicholasmedovich6729]

They have the cutest little ears

[@InfinityFinds-ge6gu]

Aww 🥰 they are so adorable 🥰!! I found on rabbit 🐰 I named him bunny 🐰. I didn’t have him very long. He or she wanted to go back outside. The first night I found him or her they rabbit 🐇 was so thankful that I picked him or her up and Carried the baby home. I was stressed out because i didn’t want to do anything that would upset bunny 🐰 Bunny 🐰 wanted to go outside and I let him or her do whatever bunny wanted to do. I never knew that baby bunnies were so sweet ❤ Bunny 🐰 wanted to cuddle 🥰

[@asheland_numismatics]

Sweet! 🐰

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

I see bunnies everyday and New England. But they absolutely thrive. New England cottontails and one other species although they look almost exactly the same. They eat a lot of hawk weed including some invasive species which is a nice little bonus.

[@juril001]

They thrive in the wild here in Florida as well. Unfortunately due to a ridiculous amount of growth in our area their nesting is often disturbed by construction like these little guys. They did very well once released back into the wild.

[@peartfaldo]

Stand By Me is an awesome movie.

[@Carolesoriginalpieces]

Reminds me of raising three baby bunnies abandoned by their mom at three weeks of age.

[@phaedrabacker2004]

Wow. Excellent journey. ❤

[@josephgarrison7424]

YOU DID JUST FINE

[@erviii6662]

Lol my life science animal I have to do a diorama on are the desert cottontails❤️

[@lisah1077]

Thank you so much for helping these adorable baby bunnies. You are totally awesome!! I have just subscribed to your channel.

[@juril001]

Thank you. I feel lucky to get to have the opportunity to help these sweet creatures.

[@InFltSvc]

Thank you !

[@demicaprader4888]

Aaaaaawe so cute

[@alisamakedonskaya1794]

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[@alpadave8200]

Cute baby 💕

[@TheSagerider]

My miniature black panther has discovered a bunny nest evidentially and has brought three baby bunnies home, one of them I did not get to in time. Two are ok and safe in my 75 gallon aquarium. I think the ones I have are a little older but not by much. My panther is a serious hunter and hell on wheels for any small mammal specially mice which I am more than happy when my panther does them in. My master plan is to take the rabbits down by the creek where there is lots of cover and stuff to munch on. I will make sure the panther is in the house so he won’t follow me. The creek is a ways off from the house and not in his immediate hunting area. They really like celery which has lots of water in it, broccoli is also a hit. I picked up a bag of mixed garden salad too along with way too much rabbit food items. They like fresh cut grass I clip with a pair of scissors nice and long. Thanks for your very informative video. :) Nothing cuter than a baby bunny. :)

[@dianepicard6198]

We found one today, wound I hope it will make it through the night will see. Gave it some kitten formula, I’m praying hard.🙏 I don’t have whipping cream will add yogurt I’ve done that for baby raccoons

[@juril001]

I am rooting for you. Good luck with everything!

[@josephgarrison7424]

You did the right thing,,,✌,💘,JOSEPH

[@benaba7092]

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[@benaba7092]

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[@joyvonne7143]

Hi! I'm on day 4 of caring for 3 orphan cottontails, did you introduce water at all? I'm doing the mixture, and now I definitely want to add in puppy formula to help them gain some weight. Thank you so much for the informative video! Our wildlife rehabilitation centers state wide won't take any rabbits because of a virus so I refused to have them euthanized 😭💕💕

[@juril001]

Thank you so much for caring for them. The first day I rehydrated them with Pedialyte before starting any formula but it sounds like you are already past that step. Their eyes were opened already when they came to me so I did keep a shallow dish, actually a shallow lid from a container in the container with them with a little water. Another with fresh formula in it.

[@joyvonne7143]

@@juril001 thank you so much! Mine also had eyes opened already. They are refusing the syringe feeding so I've been leaving 2 shallow dishes, one of water and the other formula. The middle bunny didn't make it, I'm guessing GI stasis from switching from goats milk to formula or stress but the other two (biggie smalls and Runty Reynolds) are doing awesome. Boy they are so much quicker now and don't really want to be handled, which is good I guess for when we return them back to their extended family at the golf club. 😊 I appreciate all the info you have here, it made such a huge difference!

[@juril001]

@@joyvonne7143 So sorry about losing the one. Wild rabbits are so difficult and the fact that you are succeeding with two of them is proof of your efforts. Thank you for taking on this difficult endeavor! Way to go!

[@ivy6094]

I have my own rabbits, the one in my profile is mine. His name is Thumper and he is free roam :D. He says hi to all the other oeople reading this!!!

[@josephgarrison7424]

Alafa hay,great move

[@nancymaldonado3127]

My bunny died and I can’t stop crying. I feel I ruined his life instead saving it.

[@adrianacosta4807]

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[@kathyroussel8217]

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[@morganbrim2777]

I had one baby bunny show up in my apartment I went looking for a nest or a mother but in the area I live in theres alot of traffic and I found a dead adult rabbit which im assuming was the mother the baby rabbit looks about 15 days old but is VERY small compared to other rabbits I've seen I've been feeding it grass rinses in water to make sure hes hydrated I'm bit sure if he needs formula it's been 6-7 days

[@morganbrim2777]

Shes two weeks old

[@cristianrubiolo1072]

@@morganbrim2777 omg what happened to the baby bunny?

[@ImGoingSupersonic]

I just don't know if i trust all Wildlife rehabs.

[@sherrilong9175]

What if the bunnies act hungry more than the normal feeding times?

[@654Bearcub]

Hello, I have 3 baby Cottontails & the mama, ( the babies eyes are still closed) mama runs around free. I leave a bowl of fresh food for her where she otherwise hides during the day and we have put a barrier near the nest to keep my 2 dogs from them, the nest is under my stairs going in/ out of the house. I check on them a few times a day for movement. At what point does the kits (kids get a box and to check if she fed them

[@juril001]

I would totally leave them alone. You have done great so far. Momma will take care of them. If you are checking on them don't worry if you find them gone one morning. Momma may move them if there is too much activity and the probability goes up if you move them or change the nest at all. Keep in mind Momma rabbits will stay away from the nest all day long and only feed up to twice a day. They do this to keep the babies safe and not draw predators to the nest. This is completely normal.

[@reviewunboxinges3228]

My 10 year old cotton tail daughter died in the spanish vet she screamed and tried to escape out of the vet's hand and died if a heart attack. I did not eat for 5 days straight did not move just cry. Until now almost 2 weeks later I stull burst into tears. She's all I have. My souk died with her ...

[@juril001]

So sorry to hear this. They are such delicate creatures and we do fall in love with them. I hope happy memories comfort you after your loss.

[@reviewunboxinges3228]

@@juril001 thank youfor your kind words , I woke up in the middle of the night and looked for her , called her name and realised she's gone. I cried like it's end of the world for me. I never knew this sadness extreme lonelyness shes all ai have in this world....

[@risingspirit2229]

Did you know your bunny is waiting for you in Heaven? Yes!!! When you crossover to eternal life you will be together again. I had a rabbit I loved and was like a child to me die. I went through hell and just cried all the time. We do have to give these things to god and not allow a spirit of despair to take hold. God loves all his creatures and when they die their spirit goes back to Heaven. They are totally innocent and deserve eternal life. Trust God he knows and honors our hearts desires when we have Jesus Christ as our Savior.We can look forward to a body that will never die, eternal life, and fellowship with our Father-Mother God forever. This life is not the ultimate reality for us.

[@reviewunboxinges3228]

@@risingspirit2229 thank you that was a relief ..thanks so much

[@blakedavis2447]

@@risingspirit2229 animals don’t go to heaven according to Christian doctrine

[@danielletyler8017]

I have 5 baby cotton tails right now I've had them for 8 days now still alive and jumpy lol my dad's work partner accidentally ran over their mommy with a mower

[@anastasiapuppy8910]

Are they still alive and okay? I have 4 bunnies with me and one of them died. :(

[@aileneadams8316]

Hi they need goat milk it will help alot ok

[@marcomadao]

😍

[@josephgarrison7424]

🍀

[@Dancingbananabob]

I found four of them didn't know not to touch the nest. Parent never came back so I tried to take care of them. 2 weeks in a bug put larvae on them. Larvae drilled a hole into them and they all died slow painful deaths. Lost too much sleep from that.

[@juril001]

So sorry to hear this. That had to be heartbreaking. For anyone else that finds themselves in this situation I recommend finding a vet or a shelter that can help you with medical treatment. Many of them will not charge you if you release the animals to them.

[@tearrabrown4199]

What is the proper mix for the kitten milk substitute?

[@juril001]

3 to 1; 1 part formula powder to 3 parts liquid. (I would usually do 1 part cream, 2 part water.) Formula is only good for 72 hours after it is reconstituted or mixed, then the vitamin and minerals will begin to evaporate, so mix small amounts accordingly. You can also add small amounts of probiotics to the formula to aid in digestion.

[@jujiskin708]

Hi there! I have a bunny nest in our garden, and mom is still visiting and feeding the babies. I think they are big enough to leave soon so my question is: when they finally leave, do they just hang out in the yard? Or will they occasionally return to the area where the nest is? We have racoons in our yard as well so I want to try and protect/help them as much as I can. So if you have and advice that would be great! Thank you!

[@juril001]

Ours stayed close by and would visit to eat along with the squirrels that we feed. They didn't all stay in the same place. Seemed like they each had a yard that they called home.

[@smqueeneyful]

When did you know they were ready to be released? Where did you release them? We adopted one last week that I found in the middle of my driveway after the yard guy finished up my neighbors yard. I'm wondering if he got the nest with the mower, or just spooked it while it was out exploring. Regardless, I couldn't find a nest, and haven't seen any others. With the heat, and the predators in the area, I couldn't let him sit there. Since I couldn't find a nest, I opted to do my best (with my kids help) to keep him alive. I've got a cat nearby, and two big dogs of my own - last thing I need is the kids to find the bunny on the door mat when they leave for school in the morning! Ours had his eyes open when we got him, and would fit in the palm of my hand. He has grown considerably, eats plenty of fresh greens from the yard, and plain oats, and I've been feeding him formula at least 1 time a day, usually twice. He's not overly skittish, but definitely wants to burrow or hide when he is startled. I feel like he could probably feed himself the greens, but he definitely still enjoys the formula. When is it safe to release? How did you make that call? For the record, we call him Marshmallow Butt (my boys are 7 and 10, it's hilarious to them!). Thanks for the informative video, and great footage!

[@juril001]

Sounds like your bunny is about 3 to 4 weeks based on what you said about the formula. You can usually tell by their fur, their ears and their size but it is hard to say without a photo. Wild bunnies usually leave their nests at about 4 weeks but they recommend that you keep them to about 6 weeks to give them the best chance possible. I released my 4 in our backyard and they came back to visit for quite some time. Good call on the formula. That helps get him the nutrition for growth. He will slowly wean himself off of it. Be sure that the week before you release him to start putting him in an outdoor enclosure that is safe from predators so that he can get used to the sounds of nature. Great job setting a fantastic example for your kids and for saving a little life!

[@zjcmama719]

I have 3 baby bunnies I've had going on day 3. I think they are about 2 weeks old. Their ears aren't up yet. I've been feeding them with a dropper. How much (mLs) did you feed each bunny? You did a great job bunny mama 🐇🐇🐇🐇🐇

[@juril001]

These are approximate but they were close to what I used getting these guys to release age Newborn to One Week: 2 - 2+1/2 cc/ml each feeding (two feedings per day). 1-2 weeks: 5-7 cc/ml each feeding (two feedings per day). (depending on bunny..may be much LESS if smaller rabbit!) Newborn babies (if eyes closed) all need to be stimulated to urinate and defecate prior to or following feeding until their eyes open. (Except Jackrabbits do not). *See how to below. 2-3 weeks: 7-13 cc/ml each feeding (two feedings). Domestic eyes open at about 10 days of age. Start introducing them to timothy and oat hay, pellets and water (always add fresh greens for wild ones). 3-6 weeks: 13-15 cc/ml each feeding (two feedings-again, may be LESS depending on size of rabbit! A cottontail/brush bunny will take so much less!! Half this at most.) Cottontails wean and release about 3-4 weeks and jackrabbits much later (9+ weeks), whereas domestic rabbits are 6 weeks. 6 weeks-9weeks for Jackrabbits only, continue up to 9 weeks with formula, gradually changing to a dish for the warm formula, replacing the formula after 9 weeks slowly with a a dish of cup-up tiny banana or apple pieces. Good luck with your little ones. Baby bunnies are an emotional roller coaster but so worth it. We see bunnies all the time now in our yard and I can't help but think I had a hand in that.

[@zjcmama719]

@@juril001 thank you!!!!!

[@morganbrim2777]

@@juril001 thank you so much a got a tiny baby bunny and didnt know I needed to feed it formala I'll be getting some soon she is 2-3 weeks old I've introduced it to grass and alfalfa hay and she really loves it

[@josephgarrison7424]

MY AUNT IS A ANIMAL REHABER,,,WE DO THIS ALOT,,DON'T WORRY ABOUT SMALL RABBIT HE OR SHE WOULD BE THE BABY OF THE FAMILY,,THE LAST ONE TO COME OUT IF MOMS BELLY IS THE BABY OF THE FAMILY,,GREAT VIDEO,,✌,💘,JOSEPH

[@juril001]

He was actually very weak. Had trouble staying upright but he did really well. Chris one of the smaller ones is outside right now. They still come by the house to visit. This Rehab was a success.

[@marianneshort9532]

How did you wean them? I have 3 from day one. So far so good.

[@juril001]

They pretty much wean themselves. They start eating more solid foods and eventually aren't interested in formula

[@josephgarrison7424]

I WOULD LIKE TO DEDICATE THIS VIDEO TOO ROBYN MARIE PROCTOR,,✌,💘,JOSEPH

[@jungensook]

Came upon these videos & I had to check them out! I grew up with bunnies & litters of baby bunnies. My eldest daughter was involved in 4H showing her bunnies. I now have indoor but miss I've gotten from Humane society. You're very correct about disturbing a nest of baby bunnies! Leave them be if all are well!

[@katelynnespinoza4170]

I found a baby cottontail today on my front porch, not quite sure what to do? It is quite small and there is construction nearby so I think it’s nest was disrupted? Any tips would really help

[@juril001]

My first suggestion would be to look up local wild life rescuers. If you can't find one then this website has very good info on rabbit rescue rabbit.org/faq-orphaned-baby-bunnies/

[@etarheel1]

Why is it bad to feed more than twice a day in a underweight baby? I currently am on day five with the sole survivor of dogs vs den. He’s maybe two weeks old from what I can guess. Eyes are open. I’m trying to do my best. Feeding goats milk to him. With clover from the yard and alfalfa hay in with him at all time. Maybe I’m not doing him any favors but without littermates he seems to get cold. So I’ve had him on my skin a lot to keep him warm. Especially after feeding. I try to keep the milk warm but it doesn’t take long to cool down. So far so good. At what age is old enough for release?

[@juril001]

Try if you can to only handle them when feeding and only twice to three times a day. Rabbits can leak toxins into their system from fear, pain, and stress causing Septicemia and sadly causes many of the deaths in young rabbits. Overfeeding is also one of the leading causes of death in baby rabbits. If they are furred out you should not need to keep them warm. The formula cooling down is one of the biggest obstacles that I have had. I usually try to have several syringes in a mug of hot water. When one cools off I will switch to one of the warmer ones rotating them back into the hot water. Usually a bunny will leave the nest at 4 weeks of age but 6 to 8 weeks for a release gives them a better chance out in the wild. Here is a great article that hopefully will assist you in all of your endeavors. I find it helps to have something written down to refer to. mohrs.org/orphaned-cottontail-care/#:~:text=It%20is%20best%20to%20release,bit%20more%20savvy%20and%20nimble. Thank you for helping the little guy. It sounds like you are doing a great job.

[@marianneshort9532]

I have 6 Orphans been taking care of since day 1, mother was killed :(. I have been feeding the same as you did as far as formula. I've read that you should add an probiotic around day 7-10 as they need bacteria in their stomachs , did you do that?

[@juril001]

You are correct. I have had some rabbits that did well without the probiotics but it is a very good idea to add one. Better safe than sorry. I have had so many rescues and I am trying to remember if this group had them. Normally I will add it if I see anything out of the ordinary, low weight gain, diarrhea, discoloration in their poop.

[@TheSagerider]

Update on bunnies! Both are right as rain so I took them down by the creek this evening just now. They are happy and healthy as far as I know ready to be on their own no worse for wear. They have their own brier patch far from the house and the cat. With luck they can avoid the foxes, hawks, eagles and badgers that inhabit the neighborhood. We don’t have any large snakes where I live so they have that going for them too. On the other hand I still have Mickey Mouse the cat drug in running around in the living room. I think the cat brought him inside just to play with him having caught him several times now just to let him get away again, weird kitty. 😐

[@juril001]

LOL... it sounds like your bunnies may be in for quite the adventures. Sounds a little like Watership down. Ours find our back yard to be fairly safe with lots of hiding spaces though I must say our 95lb German shepherd would love to chase them if we would let her.

[@TheSagerider]

@@juril001 I will have to read that book, I have heard of it but never read it. Thanks Bunny Buddy! :)

[@meowinde]

anyone looking for this video or advice should know that baby cotton tails have a 90% mortality rate when they are taken in by humans. Leave them where they were if they aren't injured or keep a close eye on the nest and do your research everywhere else before going to youtube! I'm sorry but you aren't feeding them with the bottle correctly. If you're going to make a video giving advice, you should be absolutely sure that you're doing it correctly. I'm glad they are fine and its great that you helped them but you should feed rabbits that small with an eyedropper or a very skinny syringe with a special nipple on it. If the milk is all over the rabbits face, you're giving it too much. Baby rabbits can breathe in the milk and aspirate, causing lung problems and they wont live through that with all the added stress. And if you try to clean off it's face with warm water, you can't use too much and they have to be in a warm area or they can get cold and go into shock. Also Goat milk mixed with KMR and unsweatened whipping cream is a better formula if you can find it. Also weening them off the milk should be done by slowly mixing more and more water little by little every feeding. Feed them, and leave them alone. Give them space. If you're going to release them, you don't want them to be friendly! you want them to be scared of you and other predators! Overal this is a helpful video, but some of it isn't. Why make a video giving advice that you're not 100% sure of?

[@juril001]

Exactly... In the first few seconds of the video I explain that someone has taken them from their nest after construction in the area and that I don't recommend disturbing them. In other videos I explain how the mother only comes to the nest only twice a day. What appears to be abandoned rabbits is just momma protecting her babies by trying not to call attention to the nest. Momma is always best for these little ones. If they have to be rescued finding a licensed rescuer is always the best option though at certain times of the year rescuers can be overwhelmed by the number of rabbits in their care and will not take them. In those cases there are many websites that can help you out and seeking multiple sources is important do not rely on KZbin alone.

[@alejandragomez.156]

I am caring for one but still not sure if i should let it go when it grows, since i have a feeling that my dog will catch it in the future. Do y'all think it will learn to adapt and do well without my help in the wild ?

[@juril001]

They are amazing at adapting. They are pretty low on the food chain and have many predators. Ours did well despite hawks, owls and coyotes in the area. It is really hard to let them go and I worried a lot but in the end I knew it was a better life for them.

[@alejandragomez.156]

Thank you so much & amazing video !! 😁

[@charleneh8084]

What is the exact recipe amounts you used to feed them? My daughter is so upset because she was working excavating a large piece of land and while on the excavator she saw 1 tiny bunny. We believe the others if any, were accidentally killed by the machine because she searched and that was the only one found. She left him on the side of the land that was Undisturbed for a day and went back and he was still there alone and cold. We brought him home. He fed good only 1 time in 24 hrs. We’re extremely concerned. And today is Easter so nothing is open, we’re hoping he’ll survive til tomorrow when we can bring him to a wild life center. Am I making the recipe correctly. I’ve followed a recipe from several sites all saying 2 tbls of formula and 2 tbls of spring water, 1/4 tsp of Bene-bec and 1 tsp of cream, 3 drops bunny vitamins

[@juril001]

rabbit.org/faq-orphaned-baby-bunnies/ Will have all the info that you need from formula amounts and mixes to rehydrating them. Don't worry about him only feeding once. Their momma only feeds them twice a day and pretty much stays away from them in between feedings. They don't take to formula or an eye dropper right away and the first few days don't eat much at all. The animal rescue person will be able to help. Keep him warm. That is the most important thing.

[@donellillc.1666]

I took in a liter to that was in my back yard,kept two a male and female which don't like eachother

[@spritepot]

I found two abandoned cottontail babies on the road with no nest near. I’ve been feeding them KMR and whipping cream twice a day. They mostly just sit around all day after eating or cuddle up in a towel. Is that normal? They come out and sit around when it’s feeding time though

[@0774SPLV]

There's the gut bacteria they're supposed to get too. The soft poop that's eaten.

[@cheyennelockwood3530]

Fingers crossed someone reaches out to me, I can’t find any resources or help near me

[@juril001]

Try googling animal rescues in google maps. It should find those that are located near you.

[@Godsdaughter530]

Hi I rescued a baby cotton tail from cats today I have no clue how to care for it stores are closed now I dont know if it needs to be bottle fed I put grass and water in the box please help people telling me it will die because I touched it :*(

[@juril001]

The bunny will not die just because you touched it and it does not mean its mother will abandon it. If you think you can get it back to its mother that is your best bet. Here is a good website to help you. vetspace.2ndchance.info/how-to-care-for-orphaned-wild-cottontail-bunnies/ Best of luck and thank you for being kind and wanting to help the helpless.

[@oma3015]

What type of milk do you use?

[@juril001]

Here is a fantastic article that I referenced when caring for the babies. It includes the proper mix to feed them. rabbit.org/faq-orphaned-baby-bunnies/

[@softmaccyuwu8582]

I have two bunnies that a cat tried to eat and they don’t look injured but I do need some help.

[@juril001]

Google wildlife rescues in your area. This is your best option. Someone that is trained will give them the best care.

[@meganblackmon6759]

Where did u find the bottle?

[@juril001]

Pet smart and other pet stores carry small bottles for cats and dogs.

[@654Bearcub]

Walmart sells them in pets $2

[@josephgarrison7424]

A lot of comments

[@MarkDaGardna]

Since day one, the rabbits I took in would not take to the bottle. Rather they eat the Alfalfa and drink water and formula from bowls. I am considering releasing them because they seem to be able to forage on their own. What do you think?

[@juril001]

petkeen.com/how-to-tell-the-age-of-a-wild-rabbit/might help you determine their ages and if they are ready to be on their own. You might want to first get them used to the outdoors in a protected cage or enclosure. Good luck.

[@kellyporter4527]

How old are they here?? & what age do u let him go?

[@juril001]

They say that you can release them from anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks. They were about 2 to 2 and 1/2 weeks old in this video. Their eyes were opened when they were brought to us. I have a rescue right now that I plan to keep for the entire 6 weeks because he doesn't have siblings that would give him a better chance.

[@kellyporter4527]

@@juril001 is it a cotton tail baby rabbit, u cant release till the white make on there head is gone. Was told by an wild life animal rescure.

[@juril001]

@@kellyporter4527 m.facebook.com/WestShoreWildlife/posts/167498291392459 post explains how this is a very unreliable method of determining if a cottontail is ready to be released. All 4 of ours lost their white spots at different times and one still had a spot well past release age recommendations. I wish it were this easy.

[@eliseclo6492]

I found a runt in a bunny litter should I grab the baby?

[@juril001]

I would not. Momma rabbits take better care of their babies than we could ever dream of.

[@eliseclo6492]

Laura and Cory Jurica thank you

[@yeahroblox9042]

I had one but it died

[@wendytorres2718]

I found 4 baby bunnies 🐰 to

[@cheyennelockwood3530]

Hi I need help I found babies

[@juril001]

Try googling animal rescues or wildlife rescues on google maps. Hopefully there is one near you.

[@patringler]

what they are eating is NOT alfalfa hay

[@juril001]

At the point in the video where it talks about alfalfa hay that is exactly what they are eating. It was purchased at tractor supply. www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/dumor-alfalfa-hay-kob-3-lb-1043584?store=514&cid=Shopping-Google-Local_Feed&Google&Shopping&Local_Feed&gclid=Cj0KCQjwldKmBhCCARIsAP-0rfz2leVGZ56mf05aN07px9eCvzxhU4GZmUvtPE5dN2nCgcE91IJxn9QaAtfjEALw_wcB

[@mustangsallyride]

I was just going to say , after 30 years of horses, it sure looked liked good alfalfa to me! 😉

[@gregmaian3259]

ur so lucky i had one and i caught the mom rabbit but my mom didnt let me keep em :_:

[@danielletyler8017]

I kinda hate you

[@maddy5590]

Danielle Tyler why do u hate her

[@kirradenise1301]

PLEASE help, i have a baby cottontail (only one) and i was bottle feeding it today and i noticed that he ate the plastic off the bottle. it was a very small amount but i'm still scared. please, what do i do??

[@juril001]

If you have a rescue place near by or possibly a vet you might want to contact them. I am not an expert by any means. You should be able to google animal rescue or even wildlife vets.

[@MrTechmanj]

I thought wild bunnies carry diseases?

[@juril001]

It is a very good idea to wash your hands before and after handling any wild animal for their safety and theirs. They could carry a deadly disease called Tularemia or "Rabbit fever". Tularemia is a rare infectious disease. Also known as rabbit fever or deer fly fever, it typically attacks the skin, eyes, lymph nodes and lungs. Tularemia is caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. This would be the major disease that could be contracted from handling wild rabbits, babies or otherwise. There are other diseases that are also carried, occasionally by wild rabbits. They can carry many diseases including hantavirus, leptospirosis, lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCMV), Tularemia and Salmonella.

[@MrTechmanj]

@@juril001 Google search says just stay away from them period. My kids wanted to touch a baby rabbit and so did I but after reading about the risk, it's best to stay away I believe. Some of the disease mentioned is not even treatable apparently.

[@taylormarks5722]

Omg! I rescue a baby bunny ma dad killed the first one on a lon more 😥😥😥😥😥😥😭😢😿

[@juril001]

[@zayladiaz2103]

Can you give then real milk? Im not sure what to give this little guy

[@juril001]

No cows milk is not good for them. You need to give them Kitten formula from a pet store mixed with heavy cream. Try to find a wildlife rescue center. They are equipped to take care of baby cottontails. There is a lot of care that goes into raising bunnies and just a slight error can kill them.

[@aundreaxx924]

Never give them cows milk. Remember, Google is your friend. All the information you need is online.