It is essential to know how to pick up and carry a rabbit. Rabbits can scratch or bite when they do not feel protected.
Use a stuffed rabbit to practice picking up a rabbit. When you are ready, show your parent how you do this with a live rabbit.
Removing from a Cage
- Put the palm of your right hand under the middle of the belly and lift.
- Take the rabbit out of the cage with the rear first and the head last.
- When the rabbit is out of the cage, put your left hand around the rear legs.
Picking up a Rabbit
- With the rabbit facing you, place your right hand under its chest and stomach.
- Balance the rabbit on your right hand and lift it up a little.
- Place your left hand under the rear of the rabbit until the rump is resting on your hand.
- Move the rabbit forward until its head is securely tucked under your left arm.
- Remove your right hand or gently lay your right hand on the back of the rabbit for added safety while moving.
NEVER lift or carry a rabbit by its ears or legs; you could injure it.
Source: 4-H Cooperative Curriculum System – BU-6069 What’s Hoppening?
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