ive never seen mi rabbit sleep before and i got him in june....
2007-11-25 14:55:50 · 13 answers · asked by eileen 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
They sleep, it is just very difficult to see them when they sleep. They would probably appreciate not being looked after dark, because they are ever alert for predators. Let them get some rest.
2007-11-25 15:12:32 · answer #1 · answered by Cat Lady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They sleep rarely, maybe 5 minutes a night, if you mean real unconscious sleep. You may never see it, as the rabbit won't go to sleep unless it's really quiet and secure.
But they do spend many hours dozing. They sit there quietly with their eyes open, but resting and relaxed. This is not our idea of sleep, but it serves most of the purpose of sleeping.
This works for wild rabbits because than react instantly if any danger approaches.
2007-11-25 16:50:23 · answer #2 · answered by The First Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they sleep. It's possible that he's sleeping during the day when you're out and about and not watching him, or else he's taking lots of little naps -- whenever no one's around. They're nervous creatures and he won't sleep when he hears anyone around. You've got to give him time to himself though -- quiet time in order to get the rest and sleep he needs. He can't be around noise and activity 24/7.
2007-11-25 15:05:09 · answer #3 · answered by Goddess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, mostly during daylight and the middle of the night. They are most active at dawn and dusk, and tend to sleep lightly, so your rabbit probably wakes whenever you are around.
2007-11-25 15:04:09 · answer #4 · answered by Goonhilda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ive never seen the queen sleep but im sure she does.
What a ridiculous question, everything sleeps.
2007-11-26 22:13:22 · answer #5 · answered by Catwhiskers 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah of course they do.
If he is quiet and sitting he's most likely sleeping. Not many rabbits lay flat out when they are asleep.
2007-11-25 21:06:46 · answer #6 · answered by colkittycatt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Err yes - but they are hard wired to be on constant alert for predators, so if he's asleep and you go to check on him, he's awake before you get within ten feet!
2007-11-25 15:01:50 · answer #7 · answered by Dark Fairy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my rabbits will fall a sleep on me when they feel calm and secure. it is so cute
2007-11-27 04:21:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
When was the last time it had a few stiff drinks and a long night of intercourse? It'll sleep..... KTnTexas
2007-11-25 15:21:06 · answer #9 · answered by megagoatbarn 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes they do,they just wake up easy cos they have very sensitive hearing
2007-11-26 03:22:16 · answer #10 · answered by joanne l 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋