WHAT
TO DO
Step 1
You have found a
young rabbit.
Step 2
Please download this evaluation map
to determine what needs to be done.
Step 3
If through the evaluation map you determine that the young rabbit
needs our help, please phone us at (204) 510-1855. Then go on to read the "How to
Rescue Baby Wildlife" instructions to find out what to do with
the young rabbit before you can get it to the centre.
Natural history
information on young rabbits
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Cottontail rabbits make their "nests" in small
impressions in the grass. The nest is lined with grass and mothers fur.
They are frequently disturbed by people when they mow or rake their grass.
If a nest is found or disturbed, place the infant rabbits back into their
nest and leave them there unless you KNOW the mother has been killed or
the babies are injured. You will not see the mother. This is normal, she
only feeds her young twice a day at dusk and dawn, so not to leave her
scent. |
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DON’T try and raise the young rabbits yourself. Wild rabbits are very high stress animals and although they may look calm, they are actually terrified. DON’T try and feed them cow’s milk or any other type of formula. This can cause bloating and diarrhea which are life threatening to these rabbits. DO call the centre as soon as possible.
When young rabbits are the size of a tennis ball, they are totally independent. They do not require any care unless they are injured. If you have caught them please release them back in your yard or a nearby park.
NEED HELP?
If you have found a wild animal that you think may be orphaned
or injured, read our WHAT TO DO section or give us a call at
(204) 510-1855
Do's and Don'ts for living in harmony
with wildlife
Living With Wildlife
(by Aspen Valley Wildlife Centre)
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