Taking care of a 4 weeks old rabbit...?

[Tokki]

Well I'm actually posting this question for my friend...! My friend Jane just got her rabbit today and the problem is, the rabbit is only 4 weeks old! The breeder assured her that the rabbit will be okay, but isn't that a bit young? Apparently, the rabbit is completely weaned off of the mom's milk and is actually separated from the mom. My friend is afraid the rabbit might die since it's so young and fragile. What should she do? The rabbit is also not refundable so she can't return it to the breeder. Please help! ray:

 

[hokankai]

Oh geez, that's super young. The biggest thing you're going to have to look out for is digestive upset. Feed the baby alfalfa pellets and timothy hay, put a bowl of water in there, and keep a close eye on it.

I don't recommend rabbits finding new homes until 8 weeks because they still nurse and learn bunny manners even if they're "old enough" to be weaned.

 

[ZRabbits]

I think that's way to young. It must have just been weaned. Shame the breeder felt it necessary to sell such a young bunny.

Is this baby eating pellets? What kind? Alfalfa pellets or timothy? Has it been introduced to hay? I thought I was nervous bringing a 6 week old home. But he was eating and drinking on his own for some time before I brought him home and the breeder assured me that she would never let a bunny go unless he/she was truly ready. And Neville was perfect. No problems with eating or drinking. It took him until 7-1/2 weeks to really start munching hay.

I would go to the library here or search for care for a young rabbit. Lots of info out there.

Wishing your friend a whole lot of luck. Doesn't seem like she's going to get any help from the breeder with her "non-refund".

K

eta: Regarding the age, it depends on WHO gets the rabbit. Lots of breeders do trade bunnies at younger ages because they know what they are doing. For people looking for pets, an older bunny is much better.