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how old r my baby rabits?

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Question
okay i found 4 baby rabbits and i have no clue how old they are. the mom was killed so i have to bottle feed them. they have their eyes open,they fit in my hand still,and R hoping around everywhere. they want take my bottle and i don't know wait to do. how can i induct their age and how can i make them eat???

Answer
Are these wild rabbits?  I have no experience with wild rabbits but wild rabbits that are hopping around and have their eyes open are probably ready to be on their own.  I strongly suggest that you find a wildlife rehabilitator in your area.  Although you have good intentions it is illegal to possess wildlife without at license.  

Give them hay and pellets until you can find a rehabilitator.  Call around to your local exotic animal hospitals and ask them if they know any wildlife rescuers in your area.

Sorry to say but other than that there is not a whole lot you can do.  The reason wild rabbits have so many babies is because their life expectancy is very low.  You can do what you wish but a wild rabbit will not survive in a captive environment.

Thanks for trying

Pam