Wild Bunnies

[basilthehammy]

My dad found hurt baby bunnies and he suspects they we're run over by a lawn mower he is bringing them back soon. We have researched a little and we have them in a spare 10 gal with a little carefresh and Timothy hay and some pine shavings. I have a little water bowl in there and they are going on a heating pad. I don't know what age they are so I'm not sure what they will eat. Is there any tips? I will post pics when they get here but attached is a pic of the set up I have. Please help any other bunny owners. Please keep in mind they ARE wild bunnies. Also if they heal we are planning to release them.

[icklemunch]

Awww bless them.

I am a proud Bunny mummy but have no idea on this situation especially as you can't determine how old they are, whether they are eating solids etc. Alfafa is good for for baby bunnies, fattening and shouldn't be used for adult buns.

Maybe try ringing a local vet and and ask for some tips. Or try and find a wild animal sanctuary they maybe the best people to advise and also maybe take the buns off you and raise them.

Good luck.

[HollyHamster]

I am guessing that since you're in the US, NC to be exact, that they are most likely cottontails. A cottontail is greyish brown with a white chest and belly, and a white fluffy tail, which gives them their common name.

I've read from this site that says to leave them be (unless they wouldn't otherwise not survive do to injury) and their mother will come to them at nightfall. If the mother rabbit is dead, and you're 100% she is, then and ONLY then should you take in the bunnies, as they are now orphaned.

If their eyes aren't open, you'll have to syringe feed them some formula every couple of hours. I read somewhere that kitten formula (KMR or Kitten Milk Replacer) is what you should be feeding them and to avoid puppy formula at all costs.

Keep in mind that wild bunnies that young rarely survive even with the most expert of care provided. Its best to contact a wildlife sanctuary to take care of them, as they will have more experience and the bunnies will have a better chance at survival.

Here is a site on taking care of orphaned wild bunnies.

Orphaned Baby Bunnies: Wild and Domestic | House Rabbit Society

[basilthehammy]

The bunnies are now safe at home warming up. One looks like it won't make it but the other one will most likely survive but no garuntees. Please pray tonight for them. Thanks HollyHamster, yes they do fit your description. I really hope they turn out to be alright, they are snuggled together and are under some toliet paper and tissues

[Colby and the Dwarfs]

I'm excited to see these babies more! Glad you found them

I wouldn't return them to the wild though, won't they be used to you feeding and caring for them? I'd be worried they won't know how to fend for themselves.

[basilthehammy]

They aren't entirely babies, both eyes are open. We will have to see, we are going to try not to touch them and just see how long it will take. If we have them for a couple months then we will keep one or both but one is in terrible condition and will sadly most likely be not with is for much longer. I have one picture but it's dark of them under there little blanket

[basilthehammy]

UPDATE: The weakest of the buns passed away last night. The healthier one is sleeping.

[Colby and the Dwarfs]

How is the baby?