How to Tell if Rabbit Is Pregnant?

Check for mating history with an intact male

Look for a slightly firmer, rounder abdomen after about 10 to 14 days

Notice increased nesting behavior, such as gathering hay or fur

Watch for a change in appetite, either increased or decreased

Observe more territorial or protective behavior

Feel for fetal lumps only if you are experienced and after 10 to 14 days

Monitor for fur pulling from the chest or belly area near the end of pregnancy

Expect a gestation period of about 28 to 31 days

Consult a veterinarian for confirmation if unsure

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