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First Answer: They usually shed their fur in the summer because that's when it gets hot and they don't need their winter coat anymore. Rabbits could also pull out fur, if, possibly, they are stressed out for some reason.
In winter rabbits grow lots of fur to keep warm, and in the summer they don't need such a thick coat of fur so the fur comes off, which is shedding. If the rabbit is PULLING out its fur, maybe its to shed, or its strange behavior. Maybe they pull out their fur because theyre stressed, or because something is wrong with them.
Its hard to tell, really, because lots of animals tend to hide their symptoms until its too late. That's mostly what birds do, but other animals as well.
Second Answer: No, rabbits don't pull out their fur when they're too hot. It's not normal for a rabbit to pull out fur because it's shedding/moulting: generally the fur just comes out on its own.
If the rabbit is pulling out fur, these are the possible reasons:
- Pregnancy
- False pregnancy - something female rabbits do because of their sex hormones, even when they haven't been near a male rabbit. False pregnancies are stressful for rabbits, and stress leads to a low quality of life and even illness, so it's a good idea to spay your rabbit so that it won't go through false pregnancies anymore. There are many good reasons to spay/neuter rabbits.
- Parasites or skin problems - your rabbit should see a vet with experience and knowledge in rabbits, because many of the treatments that are safe for cats/dogs are very dangerous for rabbits.
- Stress, extreme boredom - stress leads to a low quality of life in all animals, and can lead to illness or self-destructive behaviour (like pulling out its own fur and worse), so it's important to minimise stress in your rabbit's life. Sickness can also lead to self-destructive behaviour and stress, so you should look for other signs of illness in your rabbit and be prepared to bring your bunny to a vet with experience and knowledge in rabbits.
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Can rabbits survive without some of the fur?
well its fur keeps it cool when it hot and warm when it cold i depends on how much fur
How long from signs of fur in next box to birth in rabbits?
Could be today, could be tomorrow could be there are already babies in the nest box. Some does prepare their nest and line them with fur ahead of time, some don't pull fur until after the babies are born, especially in the summer when it is hot.
Can pet rabbits live in hot climates?
Pet rabbits shouldn't be in direct sunlight. It is not good for their eyes and body temperature. They SHOULD NOT be in hot climates because it will cook them. They have a fur coat all over themselves.Walk in their paws, imagine hearing a jacket that you can never take off in the desert.Pretty hot...
Why do rabbits lose there fure?
During the natural moulting process when it gets hot. Also if they have mange or fur mites.
Why do rabbits lose there for?
If you mean lose their fur then I can help you. Rabbit lose their fur when they moult. Moulting happens about twice a year and is when the old fur dies and falls out, but it is replaced with new fur. Rabbits have 2 types of coat: a thick one for winter, and a thinner one for summer. The winter coat is darker and the summer coat is lighter, because light colour reflect the heat so the rabbit won't get too hot.
Why do rabbits that live in the desert have fur on the soles of their feet?
The rabbits have hair on their soles to give them warmth. The hair is also to prevent the inner tissues of the soles from damage.
Why do animals in hot climates need thin fur?
because if they had thick fur, they would die of heat stroke.
Are otter's amphibians?
Otters are not considered as amphibians.They're mammals because they have fur and are hot blooded.I hope this answers your question! Otters are not considered as amphibians.They're mammals because they have fur and are hot blooded.I hope this answers your question!
What do rabbits do when they are hot?
When Rabbits get really hot they will lay on their side and will "pant". Another way to tell if your bunny is hot is that their ears will be very warm.
Can red pandas live in hot areas?
no because they have a lot of fur and they would overheat
Can rabbits eat hot dogs?
Rabbits are herbivores, so no.
In the case of the fur where do you get the hot chocolate?
you get the hot chocolate in the coffey shop on case of the missing fur
