i cant go over $200 so what is the most vital thing (neutering, shots, etc...)
2006-12-21 15:00:27 · 13 answers · asked by Catherine 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
If you live in the US, rabbits require no vaccines. The most vital thing would first be spaying for any females (does have an 80% chance of contracting uterine cancer...make sure to spay them before 1 year of age) and then neutering males (lowers aggressive hormones and population control). This can be pricy, though, depending on how many rabbits you have. After that, just a general check-up...but if you're on a budget, you'll probably be spending everything on spay/neuters. Make sure to find a good vet that specializes in small animals.
Good luck with your bunnies!
2006-12-21 17:16:52 · answer #1 · answered by Kotori Shizukesa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Domestic rabbits should be checked daily as infections and illnesses can occur very quickly. The eyes should be clean with no crusts evident. Ears also should be clean along with any other part of the rabbit. Teeth should not be too long because if they are the rabbit cannot eat. Do not attempt to grind or clip a rabbit's teeth; one is advised to seek a veterinarian. If you go to the vet, and he or she agrees the clipping is needed, ask if the long teeth are an immediate threat to the rabbit's health; if not, try going the natural route, because once a rabbit's teeth are clipped, they'll need to be clipped on a regular basis. A rabbit's teeth can grow up to five inches a year, but must be worn down to maintain a healthy bite. While teeth clipping is an option, it should be used as a last resort, unless your rabbit has malocclusion. If you're concerned about the length of your rabbit's teeth, give it a lot of oat hay and several wooden chew toys (branch bites from PetCo or PetSmart are good for this). If you are still concerned after a week, return to the vet for the teeth clipping. A rabbit's whiskers are a major sensory organ and should never be clipped.
Safe handling of rabbits may be taught by rabbit breeders and specialists in your area. Never pick a rabbit up by its ears. When holding a rabbit, make sure all 4 feet are supported so that the rabbit does not kick out, as kicking out can result in a broken back. It is good to pick it up with a scooping motion, bringing it to rest on your forearm while allowing it to tuck its head into your elbow. When a rabbit's eyes are covered it feels safe.
2006-12-21 23:10:14 · answer #2 · answered by lipsticklobotomy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on where you are as to what shots they get. In the US there are none, Europe have both Calici and Myxomatosis, Australia just has Calici. Spay/Neuter is a definite benefit both for their physical, mental and behavioural health. Other than that the best thing you can do is make sure they get good quality hay, pellets and greens, lots of exercise, chewing material and for you to be aware of their normal body language and behaviour. You can often avert a problem just by being aware 'something's not quite right'.
As for the cost of spay/neutering, have a check around in your local area, some councils or rabbit orgs will help with the costs.
2006-12-22 09:24:49 · answer #3 · answered by mbunnyau 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you only have $200, get neutered, rabbits of course or soon you gonna have thousands of them. $200 won't cover the cost of carrots for a day.
2006-12-21 23:03:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you go to this website you can find a rabbit savvy vet. Price out how much it might cost. Vets won't do a nuetering without an exam first. http://www.rabbit.org
2006-12-22 08:24:41 · answer #5 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all take them to the VET!! They need there shots!
2006-12-21 23:41:02 · answer #6 · answered by Piper 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest you to visit the following link for detailed information
http://exoticpets.about.com/cs/rabbits/a/rabbitcare_2.htm
www.hsus.org/ace/11808
All the best
2006-12-21 23:05:14 · answer #7 · answered by Angel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first take them to the vet. you should have educated yourself on rabbits before getting them. if you can't afford to take proper care of them, then you should not have gotten them.
2006-12-21 23:11:56 · answer #8 · answered by cagney 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
taking them to the vet ?
2006-12-21 23:02:32 · answer #9 · answered by Me 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well you need to feed them, shots, water, and a cage if you go to wall mart or pet smart you can get some good stuff especially under 200$ but idk how much shots are!!!
2006-12-21 23:02:53 · answer #10 · answered by Ms. Talkative!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋