I just got a rabbit from my grandma and grandpa i need help i read books but I DON'T understand them
2006-08-15 03:46:16 · 17 answers · asked by katiebug 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
well what do you want to know?
2006-08-15 03:57:38 · answer #1 · answered by Joanne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know all about rabbits, what do you want to know?
You can contact me directly if you want gani3girl@yahoo.com
Rabbits really do make great pets. If you train them right you can let them run around the house like cats and dogs do, only caging them at night. They can be trained to a litter box.
They eat pellets, fruit and vegetables. They need a little of all of that to have a balanced diet.
The cage should be big enough for a litter box and a "bedroom" to sleep in. Put wood shavings on the bottom and change it every week. Don't use aspen shavings. Rabbits are fine with it, but it's bad for the environment.
Email me with any specific questions. I have had rabbits my whole life and can tell you anything you want to know.
2006-08-15 10:56:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
When we adopted rabbits to homes at the humane society where I volunteered we were able to educate people about their new pets. As a youngster you must be very careful about picking your rabbit up. If a rabbit were to fall from your arms it could break its back. Rabbits do not have the ability to right themselves when they fall from any height--something you do not have to worry about with a cat.
If you have a humane society in your area that adopts out small companion animals PLEASE have your parents take you over and talk to a staff person or an adoption counselor about caring for your rabbit, how to litter box train it, what it needs to eat, what health issues rabbits have, etc.
They can be lovely pets and do have special needs you have to be aware of.
If there is a House Rabbit Society in your area they are the specialists in this. They do publish a small book that is excellent. If you can find it have your parents get it and read it with you. They can explain anything you don't understand and it will educate them too.
2006-08-15 10:59:48 · answer #3 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't pick the rabbit up very often unless it's used to it and welcomes it. Rabbits can kick so hard they break their backs when upset (I've had this happen to me; it was horrible). You give it rabbit pellets every day, add in some grass, dandelion, clover, vegetables for variety, make sure it's got plenty of water. The rabbit will need a nest box to be comfortable, to make up for the fact that it's not underground (although domesticated, the rabbit still misses the underground). Pet it and make sure it stays used to people. Rabbits are VERY prone to infection, like cats. If the rabbit gets cut or hurt, make sure to cleanse the wound extremely thoroughly. Also, call your vet and see about vaccinations for your bunny and extra care tips.
2006-08-15 10:53:36 · answer #4 · answered by gilgamesh 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 rabbits. All they really need is very basic. Get it a large cage, and keep it indoors. Let the bunny out to play about an hour every day, I would let it run outside, with supervision. Bunnies need pellets every day. Give it about 3/4 pellets a day. They should always have access to hay at all times. Timothy hay is the best. It helps their digestive system. Give it fresh water every day. You can give it treats like carrots, apples, broccoli, etc. Clean the cage every couple days. They are really very simple.
2006-08-15 11:37:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rabbits can be trained just like a cat to use litter. They like to run around, supervised, and they like to play. Some produce is better than others for them. For example, to much iceberg lettuce gives them stomach issues. They need timothy hay regularly for good digestion. They always need fresh water and fresh pellets. If you are still unsure you can contact your local rabbit rescue or humane society. And remember as your bunny grows, its personality will come out. They are not always cute and tiny. They are also not disposable.
2006-08-15 10:55:02 · answer #6 · answered by L J 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What don't you understand? What books are you reading? A great book is The House Rabbit Handbook and check out this page http://www.rabbit.org
2006-08-15 10:52:32 · answer #7 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of rabbits' questions around !
2006-08-15 10:52:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to consider many things like the food you should give them, their environment, where to keep them, some health problems that they might encounter, and hazards of where they will stay. I just bought a rabbit too and I asked for a name here and one vet(he didn't give a name) suggested I go to www.rabbit.org and you will learn many things.
2006-08-15 11:00:53 · answer #9 · answered by dauntlessblythe 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry. Us wabbits is nice creatures. Just keep us away from the butcher's shop please! Pellets? Bleah!!!! If your mom has a nice garden, I wouldn't mind hanging out there, being a nature boy and all!
(p.s. I'm kidding - better to listen to the advice of humans. they know better what's good for us. Also I am technically a hare so what do I know?)
2006-08-15 12:19:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your rabbit basically needs 4 things everyday.... attention, food, water, and a clean cage. other things that are good to have but not always needed, are some toys ( litlle wooden blocks that they can chew), somewhere for him/her to hide in. my rabbit likes to turn his bed upside-down and hide in there. hope this helps. good luck!!
2006-08-15 10:55:30 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋