Rabbit's Nap (Tales From Acorn Wood)

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While no two bunnies are the same, it’s safe to say that we’ve figured out their bizarre sleeping pattern.

However, in captivity, when a burrow isn’t available you might find your pet hidden behind a sofa, in the back of the TV cabinet, or, as was the case with my rabbit, underneath a bed! She also has strong background working in animal care with small animals like rabbits and guinea pigs.When you think of a rabbit, the first thing on your mind is a little bundle of fluff, not 20 pounds and almost as big as a cocker spaniel. Brachycephalic rabbits are born with a flat, compressed face, and are more likely to snore than their normal-faced counterparts. Patricia enjoys volunteering at her local rescue shelter and sharing her extensive knowledge of pets. When your bun is sleeping, their breathing will slow down and their whole body will melt into the floor and fully relax. Sleeping with eyes open is easy for a rabbit thanks to a thin, transparent membrane above their eyelid, which helps keep the eye moist.

So, use the tips and tricks from our guide to create the right environment for your furry bud and make it feel at home!As the owner, you should take pride in creating the perfect conditions for your furry pet to sleep in!

When it’s hot, rabbits are more likely to sprawl out on their side or flop over against a cool surface (such as a marble tile), to help keep their bodies from overheating. Your rabbit doesn’t have to blink very often because the membrane of the third eyelid does most of the work. Rabbits are nocturnal animals, which means they sleep most of the time during the day and are active at night. Rabbits are able to keep their eyes open while sleeping (and not dry their eyeballs out) because they have a third eyelid, more formally known as the nictitating membrane.Sometimes, they might kick their feet a little, or even twitch their mouth as if they’re trying to eat something. However, a rabbit that feels very safe and comfortable in their home environment will often get even more sleep ( closer to 12 hours a day). In the wild, these tiny balls of fur have to always keep their guard up, and that’s where these sleeping habits come from. While some animals have daily routines and sleeping patterns similar to us, rabbits don't and that's where the occasional troubles arise. They wake up at dawn and are active until mid morning, time in which they forage for food - or breakfast for domestic ones, eat, groom, play and usually anything that will consume their energy.