will the dog do something to the rabbit........ like eat it!!
2006-08-07 07:12:35 · 15 answers · asked by latinababe 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
This question has been asked before...and they should NOT be loose together.
The answer of female dogs won't...WRONG. I have a female who normally would not harm any of the rabbits...those are her babies. But she killed two (separate issues) for reasons unknown. A dog should NEVER be left alone with the rabbit. Whether caged or not a rabbit is potential dinner. I've had dogs break into the cages and kill rabbits then go on to the next cage. *BAD* idea to have them together in the house. There are exceptions...but not a good idea.
2006-08-07 07:49:01 · answer #1 · answered by Jan H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I have an Alaskan Malamute and a Lab Mix. (a grumpy old cat too!) My son, for his birthday was given a rabbit. I knew very little on rabbits so I also had that worry. When the rabbit was small we kept her majority of the time in a large cage so she had room to roam and let her out briefly in a closed off room from the other pets. This system seems to still be working out best for everyone. It may not be the most beneficial to other people but it works for us. Good Luck!!
2006-08-07 14:35:20 · answer #2 · answered by Erin O. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It probably won't. Just, if the rabbit is unsupervised it should be in a cage. Female dogs are less likely to do anything. It also depends on the type of dog. Small dogs really won't do anything, while big dogs have a pretty good chance of "play biting" the rabbit.
2006-08-07 14:21:06 · answer #3 · answered by Weird Al Yankovic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some breeds like Jack Russell Terriers and Fox Terriers were bred to hunt small fuzzy critters like rabbits, rats, foxes etc... I would do some research on the dog breed before bringing a small fuzzy critter into the home or vice versa. You can't breed hunting instinct out of a dog; only hope to control it a little... If you insist on keeping them in the same home, make sure the rabbit is never out of its cage while the dog is roaming free. Best of luck to you...
2006-08-07 15:09:23 · answer #4 · answered by annathespian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, we had 2 rabbits and 2 dogs. When we got another dog after one passed away, she was more of a problem. The rabbit would stay under the bed and swipe at her when she put her nose under the bed and barked at it. Rabbits can attack when they need to. The other dogs just ignored them. I guess it depends on the dog.
2006-08-07 14:20:12 · answer #5 · answered by Fleur de Lis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well the dog probably won't eat the rabbit if your dog is used to other animals. You'll probably keep the rabbit in a cage for a little while to let the dog get used to it. If your dog isn't used to other animals, I wouldn't suggest getting another pet... but that is my oppinion.
2006-08-07 14:21:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the type of dog. There may be a few dogs that will consider a rabbit a play thing/buddy, but I think most dogs consider a rabbit to be FOOD.
I know my doggies would love to EAT a bunny, but I have them trained to chase them outside, too. If they catch one, they get to eat it. yummy.
2006-08-07 14:20:05 · answer #7 · answered by barefootboy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it all depends on your dog. if it is a puppy right now, you can train it to be friendly with little animals unless they are just normally friendly. but if its a grown dog and they dont like little animals, then i highly suggest you dont get it. but even if you did get a rabbit and your dog didnt like it, you should always be watching the rabbit when you take it out of its cage or what not. so just think about it carefully.
2006-08-07 14:19:03 · answer #8 · answered by Captain Sara 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a two year old boston terrier and I just got a rabbit. They actually get alond sorta good. Caesar (dog) will lay on the floor nex to the rabbit and try to lick her (Pepper). Pepper usually takes off, and I have to restrain Caesar from thinking she's wanting to play. He tries to get our cat (never around rabbit mind you) to play with him- he thinks her swatting with extended clawas is playing. I don't want him to rough house the rabbit so I keep an eye on them.
2006-08-07 15:03:44 · answer #9 · answered by Phoenixsong 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do, but it depends on your dog. Mine is a very laid back bunny, and he shares a home with a Doberman who is also very laid back and a Pit Bull who is scared of him. Both dogs chase wild bunnies, but Hoss(my pet) doesn't run from them. Since neither dog knows what to do if the bunny doesn't run, he's safe! If your dog will chase small animals, I would suggest you try it very slowly! Most terriers are not good with small pets, and some hunting breeds(beagles, bassets) are not either. Just be careful!
2006-08-07 14:25:35 · answer #10 · answered by jenn_a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋