Rabbit Awareness Week is a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on one of the UK's most popular pets and raise awareness of their unique welfare, behavioural, and healthcare needs.

Despite being the third most common companion animal in the UK, rabbits are often misunderstood. From social requirements and behavioural welfare to anaesthetic considerations and complex medical cases, rabbit care requires specialist knowledge and a tailored approach. That's why Rabbit Awareness Week is the perfect time for veterinary professionals and rabbit guardians alike to invest in their learning.

To help you celebrate the week, we've selected some of our favourite rabbit-focused webinars from The Webinar Vet library, alongside an upcoming free live event that explores what truly makes a veterinary practice rabbit-friendly.

Rabbit Cases – Sometimes We Are Just Hopping in the Dark - WATCH NOW

Presented by John Chitty

Rabbit medicine can present some unique clinical challenges, and this webinar explores a series of unusual rabbit cases and how they were approached. Through real-world examples, John Chitty discusses diagnostic dilemmas, conflicting results, case management strategies, and the importance of balancing clinical decision-making with patient welfare and owner expectations.

This complimentary webinar is available thanks to Burgess Excel.

Does Neutering Rabbits Have to Be Dangerous? Castration Day – Planning and Anaesthetic Management - WATCH NOW

Presented by John Chitty

Anaesthesia and surgery remain areas of concern for many rabbit owners and veterinary professionals. In this practical session, John explores best practice approaches to rabbit anaesthesia and routine surgical procedures, focusing on reducing stress, minimising risk, and improving patient outcomes.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into peri-anaesthetic care, common causes of morbidity and mortality, and strategies for creating safer surgical experiences for rabbit patients.

This complimentary webinar is available thanks to Burgess Excel.

Rabbit Companionship and Bonding - WATCH NOW

Presented by Nadene Stapleton

Companionship is a fundamental welfare requirement for rabbits, yet many are still kept alone. Research has shown that rabbits value companionship as highly as food, making social interaction an essential component of good welfare.

In this webinar, Nadene Stapleton explores the importance of rabbit companionship, discusses common bonding challenges, and provides practical advice to help veterinary teams and owners support successful pairings.

Available with membership.

Common Behavioural Problems in Rabbits - WATCH NOW

Presented by Guen Bradbury

Behavioural issues in rabbits are often linked to unmet welfare needs. This webinar provides a practical framework for understanding common behavioural concerns through a welfare-focused lens.

Topics include destructiveness, litter-training issues, and fear-based behaviours, helping veterinary professionals identify underlying causes and provide meaningful advice to owners that improves both welfare and quality of life.

Available with membership.

Join Us Live: Rabbit Friendly Vet Practices – A Rabbit Guardians' Perspective

As part of Rabbit Awareness Week, we're delighted to be hosting a free live webinar on 24 June 2026 at 8:00pm BST:

Rabbit Friendly Vet Practices – A Rabbit Guardians' Perspective

Presented by Rae Walters, Director, Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF)

Rabbits have unique healthcare requirements, and choosing a veterinary practice that understands and caters to those needs can have a significant impact on welfare outcomes.

During this webinar, Rae Walters will explore:

• Why rabbit-friendly veterinary care matters

• The role of the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund in assessing and accrediting rabbit-friendly practices

• RWAF's assessment criteria, including clinical knowledge, facilities, and triage

• Practical ways owners can evaluate their veterinary practice's rabbit-friendliness

• How rabbit guardians can support their veterinary team before and during appointments

Whether you're a rabbit owner, veterinary professional, or welfare advocate, this session offers valuable insights into improving standards of care for rabbits in clinical settings.

Learn more and save your seat for the webinar here.

Explore More Rabbit CPD with Burgess Excel

If you're looking for even more rabbit-focused learning, don't forget to visit the Burgess Excel Resource Hub.

Burgess Excel has partnered with The Webinar Vet to provide a wide range of complimentary educational content covering rabbit health, welfare, nutrition, behaviour, and clinical care. The resource page includes numerous on-demand webinars from leading rabbit experts, making it an excellent destination for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of rabbit medicine and welfare.

Visit the Burgess Excel resource page to explore the full collection and continue your Rabbit Awareness Week learning journey.

Supporting Better Rabbit Welfare Through Education

Rabbit welfare continues to be an important focus across the veterinary profession and among rabbit owners. By improving our understanding of rabbit behaviour, social needs, medical care, and welfare requirements, we can help ensure these much-loved pets receive the standard of care they deserve.

This Rabbit Awareness Week, take the opportunity to learn something new, revisit an on-demand webinar, or join us live on 24 June for an engaging discussion on rabbit-friendly veterinary practice.

Together, we can help create a better future for rabbits.