Do rabbits shed only if they're exposed to varying temperatures?

[Tweetiepy]

Would an always indoor bunny shed? I've started letting Peaches outside when it's not too hot (his cage is in the basement where the A/C keeps him cool) and I never had his shedding. Since he's been going outside, he seems to be shedding - if I keep him inside, would he keep his everyday coat or would he shed anyways out of instinct?

 

[Luvr of Wabbits and Polar Bears]

I think Instinct's would kick in. So I would think they would shed climate controlled or not.

 

[Nancy McClelland]

ours a re kept at the same temperature year round and they still go into shed mode. Think maybe the amount of daylight may be a factor.

 

[Korr_and_Sophie]

Indoor bunnies definitely shed and moult. Korr is an indoor bunny and has been since I got him almost 5 years ago. He sheds quite a bit and moults even more. He is rarely outside, and when he is it is usually just to get to the car.

The amount a rabbit shed depends on the breed and the individual rabbit. Penelope didn't shed much, but she did moult. Lillian doesn't shed, but needs a ton of grooming. Diet can also play a part with shedding. Some foods can trigger a moult and others can just make them shed more. There are some foods that could make a rabbit shed a bit less. What food work for your rabbit depend on your rabbit.

Most moulting is seasonal. The change form cold to warm or warm to cold can be enough for them to change the coat. Even a warm period during the winter could trigger a moult.

 

[tamsin]

I would say my indoor bun, with the more consistent temperature, actually sheds more. He's shedding again at the moment.