Question about water bottles

[GLENMAR]

When I used to raise rabbits 100 yrs ago, I used crocks
for water. Now I am using bottles. Once the babies come out
of the nest box, will they learn from Mom how to drink from the bottles?
Or do I need to add some crocks. I think crocks will get spilled.

 

[Mamaboid]

they won't drink for a while, they will continue to nurse, but Mom will teach them when the time comes. Actually, they will learn from watching Mom, getting thirsty and being inquisitive.

 

[GLENMAR]

That's what I thought.
Thanks.

 

[nawma]

I have several adult rabbits that refuse to use bottles so those cages have water crocks that hang from cage.

 

[brentr]

I have several adult rabbits that refuse to use bottles so those cages have water crocks that hang from cage.

My experience has been that a rabbit that "refuses" to use water bottles will come around if there is no other source of water available.

Bottles are less messy, and easier to use in my opinion.

 

[Livestock lover]

When I used to raise rabbits 100 yrs ago, I used crocks
for water. Now I am using bottles. Once the babies come out
of the nest box, will they learn from Mom how to drink from the bottles?
Or do I need to add some crocks. I think crocks will get spilled.

They will learn fast once they stop nursing.