Redbeck Rabbit Boarding

18/07/2025

Hi all
I would like to mention that the new Yurvac vaccine is slowly becoming more accessible, again it's advisable to have this done if you can but still not yet mandatory. The Yurvac vaccine is not to replace the current RHD plus vaccine but instead is an additional vaccine to protect against the new RVHD2 strain. To date I've not read or seen any evidence of the new strain in the UK, there are currently no tests for it to differentiate between the older strains and new. No work has been done to look for it but it has been detected in Hungary, France, Italy and the Netherlands.
I will let you know when the Yurvac vaccine becomes mandatory but those booking for next year will need to take this into consideration.
Thank you

06/07/2025

Booking Policy Update – Effective 1st July 2025

All new bookings made from 1st July 2025 onwards will now require a £20 non-refundable admin fee/deposit per accommodation, along with valid vaccination records for rabbits.

Important Notes:

Your booking will not be confirmed until both the deposit and vaccination records have been received.

The deposit is retained if you cancel and is not transferable to other dates or bookings.

This policy does not affect existing confirmed bookings made before 1st July 2025.

Normally, we’re understanding when unexpected situations cause cancellations — life happens. But this year alone, we’ve had over 20 major bookings cancelled during the summer period. That means we’ve had to turn away other clients, then spend hours recontacting them when space suddenly becomes available again. It’s unfair on everyone.

This updated policy helps protect availability for genuine clients and ensures we can continue offering a reliable, professional service without disruption.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

02/07/2025

https://redbeck-rabbit-boarding.co.uk/rabbits-regulate-body-temperature/

Rabbits regulate body temperature through their ears, not sweat. Learn how they stay cool, why heatstroke happens fast, and how to keep them safe.

02/07/2025

Oh dear. Again.

Yes, that’s my arm.

And yes, it stings but a few scratches are a small price to pay when you’ve just pulled a rabbit back from the brink.
This was a choking incident. It happened fast. As it usually does. One mouthful too big, one pellet down the wrong way. The rabbit panicked eyes wide, pawing at its face, mucus building. No time for gloves. No time for prep. You act, or you lose them.

That’s why we never walk away at feeding time. That’s why we learn the signs. And that’s why I’ll gladly take a few scratches over standing there helpless.

If you don’t know what to do when a rabbit chokes learn now. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

Here’s the full guide, with step-by-step instructions and drawings to show exactly what to do when seconds count:
👉https://redbeck-rabbit-boarding.co.uk/choking-rabbit/

Because you won’t get a second chance.
And sometimes, your bare hands are the only thing standing between life and loss.

20/06/2025

At Redbeck, we often hear: “Why are they so expensive? It’s only a rabbit.”
We couldn’t disagree more.

Even a mild heatwave can be brutal and the animals that suffer most are those with the finest, thickest coats. Rabbits aren’t just pets. They’re prey animals: fragile, easily stressed, and unlike their wild cousins, they can’t dig into the earth to escape the heat.

That’s why we’ve invested over £2,400 in portable air conditioning units, and run them daily during hot spells, costing us around £120 a week in electricity alone. On top of that, we use more than 40 fans, ice pods, and sun screens across the facility to keep every rabbit cool, calm, and safe.

It’s not a luxury. It’s a responsibility. And when it gets too warm? We sit with the rabbits.

We don’t cut corners. We design everything around their needs, not our convenience.

And yes, we may cost more than a hutch in the back garden.
Because every rabbit matters. Especially yours.

19/06/2025

🐾 Home Comfort, Redbeck Care 🏡

Going away but don’t want to uproot your pets?

With Redbeck’s Home Pet Sitting, we bring our trusted care into your pet’s own space, so they stay happy, calm, and right where they belong.

✔️ Daily visits from experienced carers
✔️ Feeding, cleaning, medication, and cuddles
✔️ Ideal for rabbits, guinea pigs & other small pets
✔️ Updates and photos sent to your phone
✔️ Fully qualified, insured, and DBS-checked
✔️ Covering Bradford, Leeds, Halifax & Huddersfield

We treat your pets like our own and your home with the respect it deserves.

🔗 https://redbeck-rabbit-boarding.co.uk/small-animal-home-visits/Limited slots available—school holidays fill fast!

10/05/2025

Redbeck Knowledge Hub for expert small animal care advice. Trusted tips on welfare, health, enrichment, and boarding for rabbits and more.

10/05/2025

Discover what E. Cuniculi (EC) is, how it affects rabbits, common symptoms, treatment options, and how to reduce the risk of infection.

01/05/2025

🐾 Our New Website Is Live!
After 8 years, our old website has officially retired—and the brand-new Redbeck site is here!

We’ve rebuilt everything to make it easier for you to:
✔️ Book pet boarding
✔️ Learn about our services
✔️ Find useful care advice
✔️ Browse easily on your phone or tablet

This redesign was all about making things simpler and more mobile-friendly.

If you spot any gremlins, feel free to give us a nudge—and I kick sorry i mean pass the message on to the developer (also known as the husband). 👀

🖱️ Have a peek: https://redbeck-rabbit-boarding.co.uk/
And let us know what you think!

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11/04/2025

All present and correct me Lady

07/04/2025

Little bean's not happy

07/04/2025

Coco, home visit, everyone appears to have an opinon :P