I think I'm looking into a buny. Please answer my Q on top.
2006-08-09 03:04:07 · 8 answers · asked by Hockaloogie 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Flemish Giants tend to be less timid, but it really varies according to the rabbits' personality. Try spending some time with each rabbit before you choose and look for the most inquisitive rabbit.
2006-08-10 07:31:19 · answer #1 · answered by iceni 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best rabbit for a first-time owner is a Rex. They are very easy to handle and are usually very affectionate and love attention.
But please know that a bunny is not a toy. They need a lot of daily care and usually live 5-8 years. You must provide them hard things to chew on as their teeth grow constantly. And you must learn how to trim their nails as they will grow very long if you don't. They love to run around the house but will chew on EVERYTHING, including the carpet, so you must keep an eye on them when out of their hutch. If left unattended and loose in the yard, they will dig a hole so you must watch that too so they don't escape from the yard. Many people think it's okay to feed rabbits only carrots, but in fact too many carrots isn't good for them. They love green veggies (lettuce, celery), bananas, apples, pears, green beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts, etc., in addition to the pellet food they need.
They are very easily litter box trained at a young age. Just pay attention to where they like to go, and then put a litter box in that spot. Do not use cat litter as they like to eat everything, and if they eat cat litter it will clog up their insides and they will die. So if you choose to litter box train your bunny, use natural wood pellet litter available at the pet store where the cat litter is.
Rabbits also have very fragile backs, and if not picked up and held correctly, they can easily break their back and die. Rabbits usually don't like being picked up because they feel insecure having their feet off the ground. Many rabbits, though, will come and lay down next to you on the couch.
Many rabbits get along with other house pets, but you'll need to supervise the pets until you know how they get along. I once had a cat, a bunny, and a cocker spaniel at the same time and they all got along very well. The cocker and the bunny would play chase very nicely together, with the dog chasing the bunny, and then the bunny would chase the dog. But most recently, I had a cat, a lab and a bunny. The cat and bunny got along okay at the beginning (I had the cat first) and then after awhile the cat got aggressive with the bunny, so I couldn't have them out in the same room at the same time. The dog is so big and goofy and I was afraid he'd accidentally hurt the bunny so I really had to watch them.
I would recommend doing some research before buying a bunny so you know what to expect and how to properly care for your pet. Too many people aren't aware of this pet's needs and then end up taking it to a shelter because they can't deal with it.
Good luck!
2006-08-09 03:29:30 · answer #2 · answered by monkeymom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a general rule, the bigger=the lazier=the most handleable!
I love the big lops, like French Lops, but if you want the biggest of the big, get a Flemish Giant. I had a harder time finding one, but we are starting a petting zoo, and I wanted the most tame bunny bunny available. This guy is sooo big and sooooo sweet! It was worth it. We got a male, because once in a while the females may get a little bucky, and if a male gets bucky or sprays, you can neuter him.
I would avoid a dwarf breed, and get from a good breeder.
2006-08-09 03:12:06 · answer #3 · answered by Emily 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every rabbit is different. They are just like people in that way. I suggest that you find a local rescue group and meet several different rabbits and see which you like best.
2006-08-09 03:44:17 · answer #4 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No such thing. It all depends on how they are raised. Regardless of species.
When handled with care and love they are the nicest animals.
When treated badly they could attack and kill your dog.... well maybe not that, but they can become very nasty biters.
2006-08-09 03:07:40 · answer #5 · answered by Puppy Zwolle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
uummmmmm. Netherland Dwarfs are quite small, friendly and you can hold em. So are Dwarf lops (even tho they are called Dwarf lops they can grow quite big).
2006-08-09 03:50:41 · answer #6 · answered by leedeedi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like Nether-land Dorfs personally they are small and quiet!
2006-08-09 03:37:36 · answer #7 · answered by princeessintraning 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would try just a domesticated bunny they are sweet seldom bite and kids love them
2006-08-09 03:13:17 · answer #8 · answered by gothgirl990@yahoo.com 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋