Join us this summer for three hands-on sessions where you'll learn about medicinal and enrichment forages for rabbits. Each month focuses on a different wellness category - calming, digestion, and prevention - and you'll leave with a custom blend you created yourself.
Where: 4103 N. Viking Way, Ste. D, Long Beach, CA 90808
Date: June 26, July 24, August 28
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost:
$35: first class (includes glass jar)
$25: returning students (bring jar or use bag)
**BEST VALUE** $75: all 3 classes (save $10!)
Registration: email (limited to 10 spots per session; registration closes the day before each class)
Event Schedule
June 26: Calming Forages
Learn which herbs help anxious or stressed rabbits. Perfect for nervous buns, bonding situations, or high-stress environments like vet visits or household changes. Discover calming blends that support emotional wellness without sedation.
July 24: Digestion Forages
Focus on gut health and GI support. Discover forages that aid digestion, help prevent stasis, and support a healthy microbiome. Learn which herbs stimulate appetite, reduce gas, and promote healthy gut motility.
August 28: Prevention Forages
Build wellness from the ground up. Learn about immune-supporting forages that promote long-term health and help prevent common issues. Explore herbs that support liver function, urinary health, and overall vitality.
Why Attend?
Hands-On Learning
Don't just watch - actually create custom forage blends to take home for your own rabbits.
Evidence-Based Education
Learn the properties, benefits, and proper use of each forage from experienced rabbit care professionals.
Take-Home Resources
First-time attendees receive a glass storage jar. Returning students bring their jar back or use a bag.
Community Connection
Meet other rabbit enthusiasts in a relaxed, social setting. Share experiences and build your support network.
What to Bring
Notebook & Pen: Take notes on forage properties and benefits for future reference
Questions: Come prepared with specific wellness concerns or blending ideas you want to discuss
Your Glass Jar (Returning Students): If you've attended before, bring your jar back for refilling
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for anyone interested in rabbit-safe forages and herbal wellness. Whether you:
Currently have a rabbit or guinea pig and want to expand their diet with medicinal herbs
Are a future adopter learning about rabbit care
Are curious about herbal wellness for small animals
Want to create custom blends tailored to your pet's specific needs
You're welcome! You don't need to own a rabbit to attend - just bring curiosity and a love of learning.
Event Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register in advance?
Yes! Registration is required and closes the day before each session. Each session is limited to 10 spots.
Can I attend just one session instead of all three?
Yes! While we recommend attending all three for comprehensive knowledge, you're welcome to drop in for specific topics that interest you.
What if I can't bring my jar back for the second/third class?
No problem! Jars will be available for purchase ($15) but we'll provide a bag for you to take your blend home. The jar is just a reusable option.
Will you have forages available for purchase separately?
Not at this time. The class fee includes your custom blend creation and take-home supply.
Can I bring my rabbit to the event?
This is a human-only educational event. Rabbits stay home and benefit from the forages you create!
Is parking available?
Yes! Free parking is available on-site at our Viking location. Additional street parking is available on Viking Way if needed.
Forage Frequently Asked Questions
Why offer herbs to my rabbit?
Wild rabbits naturally forage for medicinal herbs to self-medicate and balance their diet. Peer-reviewed research shows herbal plants improve digestion, boost immune function, and reduce inflammation in rabbits. Offering herbs lets your domestic rabbit follow their natural foraging instincts!
Are herbs actually beneficial or just treats?
Scientific studies demonstrate real health benefits! A meta-analysis of 33 peer-reviewed studies found that herbal plant extracts improve growth performance, increase "good" cholesterol (HDL), decrease "bad" cholesterol (LDL), and enhance immune markers in rabbits.
Can I just combine any herbs I want?
Not recommended! Proper proportions matter for safety and effectiveness. Certified herbalist Sue Paul warns: "How much of each ingredient used is key to it working well and safely." Some herbs enhance each other (synergy), while others may counteract or become too potent together.
Event Contact
Email: info@bunchiaburrow.com
Phone: (714) 485-8383
Space is limited to 10 participants per session! Register early to secure your spot. Serving Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County.
***Fourth Friday Forage and other Bun Chia Burrow workshops are designed for individual pet owners and caregivers. Representatives from other animal care businesses, rescues, or organizations must contact us directly to discuss appropriate professional development opportunities.***