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Rabbit Care & Knowledge
Rabbits typically live around 8 to 10 years, with some living longer under excellent care. Their lifespan is influenced by several key factors:
- Genetics — Responsible breeding helps reduce inherited health issues
- Diet — High-fibre diet with unlimited hay supports long-term health
- Care — Regular grooming, hygiene, and health monitoring are essential
- Environment — Clean, spacious, and low-stress housing improves wellbeing
With proper care, rabbits can live long, healthy, and stable lives as companion animals.
Rabbits are naturally prey animals, so being picked up can feel threatening and stressful for them. In the wild, being lifted off the ground is usually associated with a predator attack, which is why many rabbits instinctively resist being carried.
This is not a sign of poor bonding — it is simply natural behaviour. Trust needs to be built gradually through calm, consistent, and gentle interaction.
- Allow the rabbit to adjust at its own pace
- Spend time sitting at ground level to build confidence
- Use soft, slow movements when interacting
- Let the rabbit initiate contact over time
With patience and a secure environment, many rabbits will gradually become more comfortable with petting and human companionship in their own way.
Chewing is a natural instinct for rabbits and cannot be fully stopped. It is part of their normal behaviour and also important for dental health.
Instead of stopping it, the focus should be on safe redirection:
- Secure or cover electrical wires with protective casing
- Keep dangerous items out of reach
- Provide safe chew alternatives such as hay, chew toys, and cardboard
- Ensure enough enrichment to prevent boredom
Cardboard is generally safe when clean and free from ink, tape, or staples.
A baby rabbit should only be rehomed at a minimum of 2 months old, once fully weaned and eating independently. At this stage, rabbits should be physically stronger, more stable, and no longer dependent on mother's milk. Early separation can affect growth, digestion, and immune development.
Risks of early rehoming may include:
- Poor growth and development
- Digestive instability
- Increased stress and weaker immunity
- Higher risk of illness such as coccidiosis
At Beh & Yo, our rabbits are typically 5 months and above, ensuring they are fully developed, stable, and well-prepared for their new homes.
No — rabbits should not eat mainly carrots. Their diet should be based on high-fibre hay and supported by balanced pellets.
Carrots are safe as an occasional treat, but should be given in moderation due to their natural sugar content.
Hay is an important part of a rabbit's diet. However, hay alone does not contain enough concentrated nutrients for long-term health.
A healthy rabbit should always be on a balanced diet consisting of both hay and high-quality rabbit pellets. These two components work together and play equally important roles in supporting overall health.
- Hay — Provides essential fibre for digestive health and proper dental wear
- Rabbit pellets — Supply concentrated nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals, and energy needed for growth, immunity, and long-term wellbeing
Neutering or spaying is not compulsory for every rabbit, but it is an important consideration in responsible rabbit ownership, depending on the rabbit's behaviour, living environment, and long-term care needs.
As rabbits reach sexual maturity, hormonal changes may influence behaviour and social interaction. In some cases, neutering or spaying may help to support a more stable and manageable temperament.
It may help to:
- Reduce territorial or aggressive behaviour
- Minimise spraying or marking behaviour
- Improve compatibility in bonded or multi-rabbit households
- Support a calmer and more consistent temperament
It is also commonly considered as part of responsible care to help prevent unplanned breeding.
Ultimately, the decision should be based on the individual rabbit and the owner's circumstances.
The timing for neutering or spaying depends on the rabbit's breed, growth rate, health condition, and veterinary assessment.
In general, rabbits are considered for the procedure once they reach sexual maturity and are physically developed, which is often around 4 to 6 months for smaller breeds, and later for larger breeds.
Some owners and veterinarians may prefer to wait until the rabbit is more fully developed and behaviourally settled before proceeding, to allow for a clearer assessment of overall health and maturity.
Ultimately, there is no single fixed age that applies to all rabbits. The most suitable timing should always be determined in consultation with a qualified veterinary professional based on the individual rabbit.
This is a normal and common behaviour in rabbits.
Humping can be linked to hormonal activity, excitement, or social interaction between rabbits. It may also occur as part of how rabbits establish comfort and social structure within a pairing.
In most cases, it is natural behaviour and does not indicate a problem.
Even after neutering, some male rabbits may still show humping behaviour.
This is normal and can happen because hormones may take time to fully settle, and certain behaviours can also become learned habits over time.
It may also occur due to excitement, overstimulation, or social interaction during bonding.
In most cases, this behaviour gradually reduces over time after neutering and as the rabbit becomes more settled in its environment.
In general, a healthy rabbit on a well-balanced diet of hay and high-quality pellets does not require routine supplements. A proper diet is usually sufficient to provide the essential nutrients needed for normal growth and daily health.
However, some owners may choose to provide supportive supplements as part of preventive care or to support specific needs, especially during molting periods, stress, aging, digestive sensitivity, recovery, or other situations where additional support may be beneficial.
Supplements may sometimes be considered in situations such as:
- Recovery from illness or low appetite
- Veterinary-recommended nutritional support
- Confirmed dietary deficiency
- Digestive or grooming support during heavy shedding/molting periods
- Age-related support for senior rabbits
As rabbits age, some may benefit from additional joint, digestive, immune, or nutritional support to help maintain overall condition and quality of life.
For junior rabbits, feeding is generally more flexible as they are still growing. They should always have unlimited access to high-fibre hay, while pellets can be offered in higher but still balanced amounts to support development.
If a young rabbit shows a strong preference for pellets over hay, it is usually a sign that the balance should be adjusted to encourage proper fibre intake.
For adult rabbits, a general guideline is to feed around 2–3% of the rabbit's body weight in pellets per day. For example, a 1kg rabbit would typically require around 20g to 30g of pellets daily. This is only a general reference and should not be treated as a strict rule.
Actual pellet intake may vary depending on:
- Health condition
- Activity level
- Breed and body condition
- Age and growth stage
- Environmental conditions
- Quality of the pellet food
A proper balance between unlimited high-fibre hay and controlled high-quality pellets is essential for long-term digestive health and overall wellbeing.
There is no single fixed ideal weight for all rabbits, as it varies depending on breed, body structure, and individual development. For this reason, body condition is more reliable than weight alone.
A simple way to assess condition is by gently feeling your rabbit's body:
- You should be able to feel the spine and ribs without them being overly sharp or hidden
- The body should feel well-covered but not excessively soft or padded
- The abdomen should appear smooth and balanced, without obvious fat deposits
Underweight rabbits may feel too bony with little body coverage, while overweight rabbits often feel soft, with reduced definition around the spine and hips.
Overweight rabbits may also have difficulty grooming properly, which can sometimes lead to a soiled or unclean bottom area due to reduced flexibility.
Regular monitoring of body condition helps ensure your rabbit stays within a healthy range throughout its life.
A rabbit has a total of 28 teeth. These include:
- Incisors (front teeth): 6 — 4 upper and 2 lower, including a small set of "peg teeth" behind the top incisors — used for cutting food
- Premolars and molars (cheek teeth): 22 — used for grinding fibre and food at the back of the mouth
All rabbit teeth grow continuously throughout their life. This is why a high-fibre diet, especially hay, is essential to naturally wear the teeth down and maintain proper dental health.
In a healthy rabbit, the upper incisors naturally overlap the lower incisors, and all teeth continuously wear down through normal chewing of high-fibre hay and fibrous foods.
When this alignment is reversed or not properly aligned, it is commonly referred to as malocclusion. This condition prevents the teeth from wearing down correctly, causing them to grow excessively over time. It can affect both the front incisors and the back molars.
Malocclusion may be genetic in some rabbits, where the condition is present from birth, or it may develop later due to factors such as previous injury, trauma, or abnormal chewing behaviour.
A proper diagnosis usually requires a veterinary examination, and in many cases, dental X-rays to assess the full condition of the teeth, including those at the back of the mouth.
Treatment options depend on severity and may include regular dental trimming or filing by a vet, ongoing monitoring and dental management, and in severe cases, removal of affected teeth.
While a high-fibre diet such as hay is essential for normal dental wear, it cannot correct established malocclusion, and veterinary care is usually required for proper management.
A rabbit's teeth grow continuously throughout its life. However, when a rabbit has a proper diet and correct jaw alignment, the teeth will naturally wear down through regular chewing.
The most important factor for dental health is a high-fibre diet, especially unlimited hay such as timothy hay, which naturally supports tooth wear and digestion.
Safe chew items can also be offered as enrichment, such as untreated wooden toys, hay-based chew toys, or cardboard.
However, mineral blocks or mineral stones are not recommended. Excessive intake of mineral-based products may contribute to health issues such as urinary or bladder stones in some rabbits.
A proper combination of hay, balanced pellets, and safe chew enrichment is sufficient to support natural dental wear in most rabbits.
High-fibre hay should form the foundation of a rabbit's diet throughout its life. Common high-fibre hays include timothy hay, orchard grass, meadow hay, and oat hay, all of which help support healthy digestion and natural dental wear.
Traditionally, alfalfa hay was commonly recommended for young rabbits due to its higher protein and calcium content. However, modern high-quality junior rabbit pellets are now properly formulated to provide the nutritional requirements needed for healthy growth and development. Because of this, many healthy young rabbits can be successfully raised on high-fibre hay such as timothy hay from a young age, together with a properly balanced junior pellet diet.
Alfalfa hay may still be beneficial in certain situations, such as:
- Underweight or skinny rabbits
- Rabbits recovering from illness
- Rabbits with poor appetite
- Senior rabbits needing additional nutritional support
- Young rabbits requiring extra nutritional support
In most cases, the goal is to maintain a proper balance between high-fibre hay and quality rabbit pellets based on the rabbit's individual condition and needs.
Some rabbits may shed lightly throughout the year, especially in warm and humid climates. However, excessive or continuous hair loss may sometimes indicate underlying lifestyle, environmental, or health-related issues.
Possible causes may include:
- Poor or imbalanced diet
- Excessive sugary treats
- Dehydration
- Heat and humidity stress
- Fur mites or other skin-related conditions
To help maintain healthy skin and coat condition:
- Provide a balanced diet with quality rabbit food and unlimited high-fibre hay
- Avoid excessive sugary treats
- Ensure constant access to fresh clean water
- Keep the rabbit in a cool, clean, and well-ventilated environment
- Maintain regular grooming and coat care
- Seek veterinary advice if mites or skin conditions are suspected
If hair loss appears excessive, patchy, or accompanied by scratching, dandruff, redness, or poor appetite, a veterinary examination is recommended.
Rabbits thrive on a high-fibre, highly digestible diet. Ingredients that are excessively sugary, oily, heavily processed, or low in fibre may negatively affect digestive health, body condition, and long-term wellbeing.
Ingredients that should generally be avoided include:
- Corn or maize-based ingredients
- Excessively sugary ingredients
- Low-quality fillers and heavily processed by-products
- Artificial colouring, flavouring, or additives
These ingredients are often lower in fibre and digestibility, and may contribute to poor eating habits, obesity, digestive imbalance, or unnecessary nutritional load when fed excessively.
A proper rabbit diet should always focus on:
- Unlimited high-fibre hay
- Quality rabbit pellets
- Balanced nutrition with good digestibility
Maintaining a fibre-rich and well-balanced diet is one of the most important foundations of long-term rabbit health.
A temporary reduction in appetite can occasionally happen due to stress, environmental changes, heat, or changes in routine. However, rabbits should never stop eating for prolonged periods, as this may indicate a potentially serious health problem.
Common causes of reduced appetite may include:
- Dehydration
- Stress or environmental changes
- Sudden food changes
- Spoiled or mouldy food
- Dental problems
- Digestive discomfort or gastrointestinal stasis (GI stasis)
- Underlying illness or pain
To help support a healthy appetite:
- Ensure constant access to fresh clean water
- Provide fresh hay and quality rabbit pellets daily
- Avoid leaving food sitting too long in hot or humid conditions
- Introduce dietary changes gradually
- Maintain a cool, clean, calm, and well-ventilated environment
If a rabbit refuses food completely, produces fewer droppings, becomes lethargic, or shows signs of discomfort, veterinary attention should be sought as soon as possible, as rabbits can deteriorate quickly when they stop eating.
The simple answer is no — sugary foods are not suitable for rabbits as part of their regular diet.
Many commercial treats such as honey sticks, muesli-style mixes, coloured pellets, and dried fruits may look appealing, but they are not designed for a rabbit's digestive system. These foods are often high in sugar or starch, which can disrupt the delicate balance of gut bacteria and lead to digestive problems such as gas, bloating, and gut slowdown.
Rabbits have a digestive system that is built for a high-fibre diet, mainly from hay. When sugary or rich foods are given too often, they may also become selective eaters and start refusing their essential high-fibre food.
Fruits such as apple, banana, or pineapple can be offered, but only as very small, occasional treats due to their natural sugar content.
A healthy rabbit diet should always be based on unlimited hay, clean water, and properly formulated high-fibre pellets, with treats kept to a minimum.
There are several possible reasons why a rabbit may drink less water than usual.
In many cases, it can be due to simple environmental or routine factors, such as:
- A blocked or malfunctioning drinking nozzle or spout
- A dirty or slimy water bottle or bowl
- Water that tastes or smells unpleasant
- Eating more fresh vegetables with high moisture content
- Stress from environmental changes, handling, or noise
However, sudden changes in drinking behaviour can also sometimes be linked to health issues, such as dental discomfort, pain, or early illness. In rabbits, changes in eating habits are often an even more important warning sign than water intake alone.
What you can do:
- Check drinking bottles or bowls daily to ensure proper function
- Clean water containers regularly to prevent algae or residue build-up
- Replace fresh drinking water daily
- Offer clean, fresh water in both a bottle and a bowl if possible
- Maintain a quiet, stable, and comfortable environment
- Do not add sugar or flavourings to the water
If reduced drinking is accompanied by reduced appetite, low activity, or changes in droppings, it is best to seek veterinary advice promptly.
Rabbits are prey animals and tend to hide signs of illness until they become more serious. Early detection is therefore very important.
Common signs of illness or pain include:
- Sudden changes in behaviour or temperament
- Reduced appetite or reluctance to eat hay
- Sitting in an unusual or hunched posture
- Reduced activity or reluctance to move
- Teeth grinding (especially loud grinding, which indicates pain)
- Becoming unusually quiet, withdrawn, or unresponsive
- Poor grooming, matted fur, or soiled hindquarters
- Noticeable weight loss
- Head pressing against walls or corners
- Reduced or abnormal droppings (smaller, fewer, or absent)
- Loss of balance, head tilt, or unsteady movement
- Drooling or wet chin
- Bloated or tense abdomen
- Changes in breathing (fast or laboured at rest)
If any of these signs are observed, especially reduced eating or reduced droppings, prompt veterinary attention is strongly recommended.
Some common plants, foods, and substances can be toxic or dangerous to rabbits if eaten. In Malaysia, the most important ones to be aware of include:
🌿 Common toxic ornamental plants (found in homes & gardens)
- Aloe vera (Lidah buaya)
- Lily (all types, especially Easter lily and peace lily)
- Oleander
- Dumb cane (Dieffenbachia)
- Philodendron
- Pothos / money plant (Epipremnum aureum)
- Elephant ear (Alocasia / Colocasia)
- Azalea and Rhododendron
🌸 Outdoor / garden plants
- Bougainvillea (mild irritation possible)
- Yellow oleander
- Morning glory seeds
- Certain wild vines and unknown garden weeds
🍎 Foods and household substances
- Chocolate and caffeine
- Onions, garlic, leeks
- Avocado
- Alcohol
- Pesticides, insecticides, rodent poison
- Human medications (especially painkillers like paracetamol)
⚠️ Important note
This is not a complete list. Many ornamental plants can be harmful, so always prevent rabbits from chewing unknown plants.
The simple answer is yes. At Beh & Yo, we specialise in only three pedigree rabbit breeds: Holland Lop, Netherland Dwarf, and Dwarf Hotot. This allows us to maintain a strong focus on breed quality, genetics, and consistent care standards.
We usually have rabbits available for sale throughout the year, however specific colours or varieties may not always be available at all. Each rabbit is bred and raised with proper development time before being made available.
All rabbits are sold exclusively through our physical stores. We do not supply to pet shops, and we also do not purchase or take in rabbits from external breeders or suppliers. This ensures that we fully understand each rabbit's background, temperament, and health history, allowing us to provide accurate and responsible guidance to every new owner.
All rabbits at Beh & Yo are only available when they are 5 months old and above. This ensures they are fully developed, more stable in temperament, and better prepared to adapt to a new home environment.
We believe younger rabbits are still in a critical growth stage. Allowing them sufficient time to mature supports better long-term health, behaviour, and overall development.
This approach also allows their true physical characteristics and breed traits to be more clearly expressed, so new owners can make a more accurate and confident choice based on the rabbit's actual development.
A pure-bred pedigree rabbit comes from a carefully recorded breeding line where both parents belong to the same recognised breed and consistently produce the expected characteristics of that breed.
This means the offspring will inherit the main physical traits, structure, coat type, ear carriage, body shape, and overall breed characteristics associated with their specific breed standard. While every rabbit is still unique as an individual, the core breed traits remain consistent and predictable.
Non-pedigree rabbits, on the other hand, come from mixed or unknown ancestry. This may include cross-breeding between different breeds or generations without proper breeding records. As a result, their adult size, ear shape, fur texture, body type, and overall appearance can vary significantly and are often unpredictable as they mature.
A genuine pedigree rabbit should also come with a traceable breeding history, typically covering at least three generations. Proper pedigree records normally include breed, colour, weight, parentage and show or competition achievements where applicable.
At Beh & Yo, our breeding programme is built on carefully selected bloodlines imported from some of the top breeders in the United States. We maintain proper pedigree records and place strong emphasis on breed quality, health, structure, temperament, and genetic consistency across our rabbitry.
This long-term commitment allows us to preserve the integrity and standard of the breeds we work with, rather than simply producing rabbits in large quantities.
These terms are grading categories commonly used in the rabbit breeding world to help describe how closely a rabbit matches its official breed standard. The grading system helps breeders evaluate important qualities such as structure, type, fur quality, ear carriage, body balance, colour, and overall breed characteristics.
Rabbit grading is important because it helps preserve the quality, consistency, and integrity of a breed over generations. It also helps breeders make responsible decisions when selecting rabbits for showing, breeding programmes, or companion homes.
Show Quality — Show-quality rabbits are those that closely meet the official breed standard and have the potential to compete in rabbit shows or contribute to high-level breeding programmes. These rabbits usually possess strong overall structure, balance, coat condition, and breed characteristics that are desirable within the breed.
Brood Quality — Brood-quality rabbits may have minor faults that make them less ideal for showing, but they still carry valuable genetics and can contribute positively to a responsible breeding programme. These rabbits are often selected based on bloodline strength, health, structure, temperament, or other important traits.
Pet Quality — Pet-quality rabbits are rabbits that may not meet show standards due to cosmetic or structural faults, but are perfectly suitable as companions. These differences are often minor and usually do not affect the rabbit's overall health or personality.
At Beh & Yo, we continuously strive to produce rabbits with strong breed quality, proper structure, excellent temperament, and good overall health. Our focus has always been on responsible breeding practices that prioritise quality over quantity.
A rabbit can make a wonderful companion for children when raised in a proper environment with responsible adult supervision and guidance. Rabbits are gentle and intelligent animals, but they are also delicate and can become easily stressed if handled improperly.
Parents play an important role in guiding children and ensuring the rabbit receives proper daily care, a suitable diet, veterinary attention when needed, and a safe living environment.
Ultimately, a rabbit should be considered a family responsibility rather than a child's sole responsibility. With proper parental guidance and commitment, rabbits can help children learn compassion, patience, and responsibility while becoming deeply rewarding companions.
Rabbit prices can vary greatly depending on several factors, including breed, pedigree, bloodline, age, health condition, structure, quality grading, and the breeder's reputation and breeding programme.
As a very rough general guideline in Malaysia:
- Non-pedigree or pet-quality rabbits are often priced below RM500
- Brood-quality rabbits are commonly priced below RM1,500
- Show-quality rabbits are usually RM1,500 and above, with some exceptional rabbits reaching several thousand Ringgit each
However, these are only general estimates and pricing can differ significantly depending on the seller, the rabbit's lineage, rarity, imported bloodlines, overall quality, and the amount of time and care invested into the rabbit's upbringing.
Well-bred pedigree rabbits from established breeding programmes often reflect years of selective breeding, proper record keeping, quality nutrition, healthcare, and careful genetic planning behind the scenes.
Yes, adult rabbits can be fed alfalfa-based rabbit food when it is given in a controlled and balanced way.
At Beh & Yo, we recommend feeding alfalfa-based pellets in limited quantities together with unlimited high-quality timothy hay. This combination provides a balance of nutrients from the pellets while ensuring sufficient fibre intake from hay, which is essential for digestive health.
Based on our long-term experience in breeding and caring for rabbits, we have found that adult rabbits can do well on this feeding approach when portion control is properly managed. As with any diet, the key is balance, proper portioning, and close observation of each individual rabbit's condition.
All Oxbow pellet ranges provide complete and balanced nutrition with essential vitamins and minerals for rabbits. Oxbow is also a well-known, vet-recommended brand trusted worldwide for small animal nutrition.
The main differences between each series are the ingredients, formulation style, and pellet design.
- Oxbow Essentials — A classic daily pellet formulated with a simple, consistent recipe to provide stable and reliable nutrition. It is widely used as a staple diet for most rabbits.
- Oxbow Garden Select — Made with a blend of garden-inspired ingredients such as herbs and leafy plants. It offers more variety in ingredients while still maintaining a balanced and complete nutritional profile.
- Oxbow Organic — Formulated with certified organic ingredients, focusing on naturally grown and carefully sourced components while still providing complete daily nutrition.
- Oxbow Forage Wise — Designed with a stronger emphasis on forage-based ingredients and natural feeding behaviour. This range also features different pellet shapes and sizes to encourage chewing activity and add variety to feeding texture.
At Beh & Yo, we do not believe there is a single "best" option for every rabbit. The most suitable choice depends on your rabbit's preference, feeding consistency, and how well they maintain their body condition over time.
Hay is the most important part of a rabbit's daily diet and should be provided in unlimited amounts to support healthy digestion, dental wear, and gut function. Oxbow, a vet-recommended and trusted small animal nutrition brand, offers a variety of hay types to suit different rabbits, including picky eaters and different nutritional needs.
Oxbow provides seven main hay varieties, allowing owners to choose based on texture, taste preference, and dietary purpose.
- Alfalfa Hay — A highly nutritious hay that is rich in fibre, protein, and calcium. It is best suited for young growing rabbits, underweight rabbits, sick or recovering rabbits, and some senior rabbits who need extra nutritional support. Due to its richness, it should be fed in controlled or small quantities rather than as a constant unlimited staple for adult maintenance.
- Timothy Hay — A classic daily hay for adult rabbits. It is high in fibre and low in calcium, making it ideal for maintaining healthy digestion and supporting long-term urinary tract health.
- Orchard Grass Hay — A softer, more fragrant hay that is often well accepted by picky eaters. It provides similar nutritional benefits to Timothy hay and is a good alternative or rotation option.
- Oat Hay — A more textured hay that includes oat seed heads, offering additional chewing enrichment and encouraging natural foraging behaviour.
- Botanical Hay — A blend of hay with added herbs and edible flowers, designed to enhance aroma and taste to encourage appetite, especially for selective eaters.
- Hay Blends — A combination of Western Timothy and Orchard Grass hay, offering a balance of texture and flavour variety. This is especially useful for picky eaters who prefer mixed textures.
- Organic Meadow Hay — A 100% certified organic grass hay made from naturally grown grasses, offering a more natural and diverse grazing-style diet.
At Beh & Yo, we recommend offering unlimited high-quality hay daily, and providing different varieties is especially helpful for picky eaters to improve acceptance, encourage natural foraging behaviour, and support long-term digestive health.
Rabbit Grooming
Grooming frequency depends on coat type.
Short or normal coat rabbits should be groomed at least once every 1–2 months, with more frequent brushing during shedding periods.
Long-haired rabbits require more frequent grooming, ideally at least once a month, and in many cases weekly grooming is recommended to prevent tangles and matting.
If matting is already severe, more frequent or professional grooming may be needed.
Unfortunately, no. While many grooming shops offer services for a wide range of pets, we focus exclusively on rabbits only.
Rabbits require very specific handling techniques and a calm, controlled environment, as they are more sensitive and can become stressed easily compared to other animals. By focusing only on rabbits, we are able to provide a more specialised, stress-free grooming experience with proper care tailored specifically to their needs.
Please arrive on time for your appointment, as each grooming session is allocated a specific time slot for every rabbit.
If you are going to be late or need to cancel, kindly inform us as soon as possible by calling us.
We will always try our best to accommodate late arrivals, however on busy days, rescheduling may be required to ensure all rabbits receive proper care and attention within their allocated time.
Of course! You can view our before and after grooming results in The Gallery. Alternatively, feel free to contact us directly and we'll be happy to share more examples with you.
We generally do not recommend trimming or styling a rabbit's coat for cosmetic purposes. A rabbit's coat length is a natural genetic trait, and it will grow back to its original form within a short period of time.
Rabbits are also more sensitive to grooming compared to cats and dogs, and can become easily stressed during unnecessary handling. For this reason, we focus on grooming for comfort, hygiene, and welfare rather than styling, while maintaining the rabbit's natural appearance.
In cases of severe matting, we recommend shaving rather than dematting. Rabbits have very sensitive skin, and attempting to detangle tight mats can cause pain, skin stress, or injury.
After shaving, the coat will grow back naturally—typically within 1–2 months for most rabbits. For long-coated breeds such as English Angora, full coat recovery back to its original length and texture may take around 3–4 months, depending on the individual rabbit.
At Beh & Yo, our priority is always the rabbit's comfort, safety, and long-term coat health.
This is one of the most common questions we receive.
We classify coat type based on fur length and the overall look of the coat:
Short coat — Rabbits with fur under 4cm, or rabbits where the short fur is the main coat type on the body. If 50% or more of the coat is under 4cm, the rabbit is classified as short coat.
Long coat — Rabbits with fur longer than 4cm, or rabbits where long fur is the main coat type across most of the body. If more than 50% of the body fur is longer than 4cm, the rabbit is classified as long coat.
This classification helps us determine the most suitable grooming method, handling approach, and maintenance schedule for each rabbit.
The most suitable grooming type for your rabbit depends on several factors, including coat condition and coat type, breed, age, temperament and cooperation and presence of knots, matting, stains, or impacted coat.
During the initial consultation, our groomers will assess your rabbit's condition and recommend the most appropriate grooming approach based on your rabbit's individual needs.
Our priority is always your rabbit's comfort and overall grooming experience.
Estimated grooming durations:
- Basic grooming: approximately 15 minutes
- Full grooming / severe de-matting: approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours
- Full body shave: approximately 1 to 3 hours, depending on coat condition and the rabbit's cooperation
Some rabbits may require additional time, rest breaks, or a gentler handling approach to minimise stress during the grooming session. We recommend checking with our groomers beforehand for a more accurate estimate based on your rabbit's individual condition.
No. We are not a veterinary clinic and do not provide medical diagnosis or treatment.
However, due to our experience handling and grooming rabbits regularly, we may sometimes share general observations or basic care suggestions based on what we commonly see during grooming sessions. These should not be considered professional veterinary advice.
If your rabbit appears unwell, has ongoing symptoms, or if you are uncertain about your rabbit's condition, we strongly recommend consulting a licensed veterinarian for proper examination, diagnosis, and treatment.
Although rabbits regularly groom and clean themselves, maintaining a proper grooming routine is still very important for their overall comfort, hygiene, and wellbeing.
Grooming is not simply for appearance or cosmetic purposes. A well-maintained coat helps rabbits stay cleaner, more comfortable, and less prone to skin issues and other health problems caused by poor coat condition or inadequate hygiene.
Rabbits also swallow a large amount of fur while self-grooming and, unlike cats, they are unable to cough hair out as hairballs. Excessive fur ingestion may contribute to gut slowdown or digestive issues, which can become dangerous. Regular brushing helps remove loose fur and minimise the amount swallowed during self-grooming.
Routine grooming also allows owners and groomers to monitor the rabbit's:
- Skin and coat condition
- Nail length
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Presence of knots, matting, parasites, or abnormalities
Different rabbits have different grooming needs depending on their breed, coat type, age, and living environment.
Rabbit Boarding
We believe many things make us different — our passion for rabbits, our cleanliness standards, our facilities, and most importantly, the level of care and attention we provide to every rabbit staying with us.
At Beh & Yo, your rabbit's comfort, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing are always our top priority. We want owners to have complete peace of mind knowing their rabbits are staying in a safe, secure, clean, and carefully monitored environment while they are away.
Our team members are personally trained by us to ensure consistent handling standards and proper rabbit care throughout the boarding experience. We understand that rabbits are delicate and sensitive animals, which is why we focus heavily on cleanliness, stress reduction, proper observation, and individual care.
To help owners stay connected during their rabbit's stay, we also provide daily video updates so you can monitor your rabbit and see how they are doing while you are away.
Not at all. We understand that some rabbits may have specific dietary requirements, feeding routines, supplements, or ongoing medication.
If you prefer your rabbit to continue with their usual food, hay, treats, supplements, or medication during boarding, you may bring them along during check-in. There is no additional charge for feeding treats or supplements provided by the owner. However, rabbits requiring medication administration will incur an additional care fee of RM10 per night due to the extra monitoring, handling, and care involved.
Yes, absolutely. Familiar items carrying the scent of home can help rabbits feel safer, more comfortable, and settle into the boarding environment more quickly.
You are welcome to bring your rabbit's toys, blankets or towels, hide boxes, bowls or bottles or other familiar comfort items.
We always try our best to accommodate every rabbit boarding request whenever possible. However, due to limited spaces and high demand, especially during school holidays and festive seasons, we strongly recommend making your booking as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Yes, rabbits from the same family or bonded pairs may stay together. Our standard cages can accommodate a maximum of 2 rabbits from the same family staying together. Our Oxbow Habitat with Play Yard setup can accommodate up to 4 rabbits from the same family.
We generally recommend bonded pairs to stay together, as this helps reduce stress and provides comfort during their stay. However, for rabbits that are not bonded, we recommend separate cages to prevent potential stress or fighting.
Our team will always assess the rabbits upon check-in and advise the safest and most suitable housing arrangement to ensure their wellbeing throughout their stay.
Our boarding facility does not operate with overnight on-site staffing. However, every rabbit is carefully checked and settled before our team leaves for the day, including feeding and ensuring they are comfortable and safe for the night.
Each morning, our team will conduct a full check on all rabbits again to ensure they are well and continuing their stay comfortably.
Our boarding area is equipped with 24-hour CCTV for security purposes.
We follow a structured care routine to ensure every rabbit receives consistent attention, comfort, and a safe environment throughout their stay.
Our check-in time starts from 11:00 AM, and check-out is by 6:00 PM.
To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience for both you and your rabbit, we recommend arriving within these hours so our team can properly receive, settle, and conduct a basic check-in assessment for your rabbit.
Each rabbit will receive at least a 15-minute individual play and exercise session per day, with no direct contact with other rabbits, to ensure safety, reduce stress, and prevent any risk of fighting or cross-contact.
After each use, the playpen is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before the next rabbit is placed in, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at all times.