which she leaves all the time on its own. I often go around with some food..........she does feed it - when she's home that is - but gives it no attention. What should I do? I adore animals and the neglect is really upsetting me.
2006-10-23 05:19:38 · 17 answers · asked by shirley p 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Neglect is abuse. If you are able to offer to take it then wonderful and go for it. However they are a big responsibility and can live for up to 12 years or so, so be very sure before offering that you want to do this. If you are not in a position to offer it a better home then please call the RSPCA who will be able to remove the animal and rehome it.
It doesnt just need food, it needs exercise which it cannot get in a hutch all the time. A major cause of rabbit injuries is being hutch bound, their bones don't get strong enough without exercise and the first time they make a sudden move the spine snaps. They also get depressed and lonely, they are a sociable animal and live in large family groups, so keeping it like she is is unfair and cruel.
Please don't just let this go.
2006-10-23 05:40:05 · answer #1 · answered by Lynn S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI
You could report her to the ASPCA and they will issue a Warning and then remove the animal if she does not fix it.
Or you could offer to Rabbit sit for it when she is not home, and take it by you then..
Rabbits are social animals and beong alone it can nt be very happy.
If you cant sit for it... then I would report it to the ASPCA.
It needs to be in a good home,, with food and water all the time..
Who provides it water when she is gone? Rabbits get most of thier water from greens they eat... but in a hot spell it can be a problem.
WHat if bunny got sick when she was away...??
The point is,,she may love this Rabbit,..but it is not hte tpye of pet you can just leave like that.. Proper care is proper care..and yu do not describe proper care in this post.
Thank you for caring... I suspect you already know what you need to do about this and just needed some addiotnal feedback.
Good Luck
Wismom
2006-10-23 06:22:46 · answer #2 · answered by Wismom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are a really kind person. Rabbits do need lots of attention and they enjoy it. I have four house rabbits and I foster for the largest rabbit rescue in the South East. Rabbits need companions of their own kind as well as human contact to stop them going wild. Ask your neighbour that if she is unable for whatever reason, maybe you could look after it. Tell her you've fallen for it and would love the chance of having it, getting a mate and enjoying it's company, cuddling it etc. That way she hopefully won't get offended and may be pleased you've offered to give it a loving home. Get a hutch 5' x'2' and a run 6'x3' if it isn't to be a house bunny. Plenty of toys, toilet rolls stuffed with hay, bunches of keys for it to throw, apples branches for it to chew etc. Get a mate from a rescue, which will have been vet checked, neutered and vaccinated. They will bond them for you to make sure they get on well. they are easily litter trained, with a tray, paper and hay inside. A hutch can be lined with lino, for easy cleaning, a layer of paper and straw, a tray with hay and a water bottle. Rabbits eat and poo at the same time. Alternatively if you do get it from her but are unable to care for it yourself, perhaps asking her to sign it over to a rescue, as rescues do have single buns waiting for partners is another way to get it the care it deserves. I do hope this works out for you. Good luck.
2006-10-23 09:46:13 · answer #3 · answered by india 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have 4 rabbits and i don't give them as much attention as i should they have there cage and a ramp to the cage and run round the garden all day and let them selves in when they want they get fed once a day and always have water i once got reported for not looking after my animals and when they came out they said if only More rabbits lived like this mine have freedom to roam that's what rabbits should do not being cooped up in a cage if your worried report her to an animal welfare charity that will go and check on her and her rabbit good luck
2006-10-23 09:10:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lynn S is right...
Rabbits are not "easy" pets. They require a lot of time, attention, money, and care. Has her rabbit even been spayed or neutered?
They are not supposed to be kept outside, the elements are dangerous to them.
Thank you for caring enough to ask for our opinions. I urge you to fake the dog attack and claim the bunny. Offer to care for it, or call a local shelter.
Rabbits are expensive pets. Having them spayed/neutered lengthens their lifespan and prevents overpopulation, but it can cost about $300 just for the procedure. Female rabbits are at risk for uterine cancer if not spayed. Since they are considered exotic pets they should be taken to the vet for a regular check-up every 6 months, which will cost another $80 or more.
Rabbits are also social creatures and require at least an hour of attention EVERYDAY! That means getting on the ground and petting, or communicating with your bunny.
Please save this poor bunny! For more info see www.rabbit.org
2006-10-23 06:38:07 · answer #5 · answered by frogsyko 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your a good person to bother like that,we have two girl rabbits,we feed them twice a day,and rabbits like company,they have a large hutch with a heater in it for winter,but they spent
the summer in the garden and sleep in our greenhouse,rabbits get lonely on their own.
keep up the good work.
2006-10-23 08:08:55 · answer #6 · answered by shirley m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How well do you get on with your neighbour? If you are reasonably good friends, then you could tell her you are concerned about it and offer to help. If she is a bad neighbour, then it is best to call the RSPCA for advice, though I suspect that as long as its basic needs are provided for i.e. water, food and shelter they may say that it is fine.
2006-10-23 07:14:48 · answer #7 · answered by debzc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
whilst he canines come no to your belongings then you definitely can do something. He has to maintain his canines below administration and his belongings. that may no longer the canines fault yet his. The undesirable issues have a foul life. in case you will get photos of them on your backyard which will help so which you would be able to tutor there are getting into your backyard. i could suggestion you call the RSPCA as they according to hazard waiting to supply you suggestion and additionally the police as though those canines at the instant are not basically going into your backyard yet additionally getting out on the line it according to hazard basically a rely of time till now somebody else canines or maybe baby get attacked by way of those canines. If i grew to become into you i could additionally no longer rely what cost build a lots stable fence myself on my graden.
2016-11-25 00:15:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
awww why dont u tell your neighbour that whens shes not around you can tell the poor rabbit is not happy maybe you could shame her into giving it to you. or next time she goes away resuce it and tell her it was being botherd by a stray dog. then say its not safe to leave it alone
good luck
2006-10-23 05:23:52 · answer #9 · answered by ms sensible 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should report her for the neglect. Or you can secretly take the rabbit and bring it to a shelter several miles away. Or ask her if you can have it as she is very busy. http://www.rabbit.org
2006-10-23 05:58:12 · answer #10 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋