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saving newbord rabbit babies

22 10:18:45

Question
It is the first time that my rabbit have had babies. Why didn't she make a nest - I did supply hay,nest's and other supplies? Why has she abandon and even killed some of them? They even bit of some of the babies ears. How long is it before they have babies again? I managed to save 3 out of about 20 little ones - this was 2 rabbit mothers's babies. I got the kitty formula and a special bottle, and drink every 4 hours. I am so exited about the little ones. How much are they suppose to drink at a time? Can i put them back in the cage after 2 or 3 weeks? I tried to put them back that first night but it didn't work - they almost died. They are 3 days old and one is very weak - the one that i tried to put back.

Answer
hi cindy its not unusual for a first time doe to kill her babys she is frightened and does not know what to do.
you will have to hand rear the babys -they will only drink what they  want and dont try and put them back  with the mum or she may kill them.
dave.