How To Care For A Eastern Cottontail Rabbit. The eastern cottontail Figure 2 is the most abundant and ranges across the entire state. Cottontail rabbits may use an evasive zig-zag pattern as they run.
When bringing a wild baby rabbit into the home make sure its up to date with all vaccinations and is checked over by a vet for any sign of infection or disease. A cottontail bunny normally moves about in hops but if frightened it will either freeze in place or run as fast as 18 miles per hour to try to escape predators. Rabbits that live in the same hutch will almost certainly pick up the condition.
Per rabbit one to two half-inch slices of bananas and two to three pieces of dried fruit would be enough.
They can sense their predator from a long distance by standing on hind leg. Cottontail rabbits may use an evasive zig-zag pattern as they run. Provide your pet the correct diet housing companionship and take care of its medical and health needs. If a cottontail has been hit by a car you will want to.