about rabbits!?

Question

do they make great pets!
and can someone find me a good care sheet.
thanks

Answer 1

I did have a rabbit they do poop a lot, and you have to feed them pritty good... heres a care sheet.... just copy and save it.... enjoy ur rabbit!
DIET
Rabbits are primarily fed a pelleted diet. Traditionally these pellets are made from pelletized alfalfa or timothy hay. Recent research indicates that these alfalfa based pellets are too high in protein and too low in fiber for adult rabbits. The digestive system of the rabbit includes an organ called the cecum that is located at the origin of the large intestine. The cecum's function is to break down and digest fiber. High protein, low fiber diets can lead to an impacted cecum.
Current wisdom recommends that adult rabbits (over 6-8 months old) be fed a Timothy Hay based diet for its lower protein and higher fiber content. Fresh dark green leafy vegetables like dandelion leaves, romaine lettuce, kale and endive should be given. Small quantities of fresh carrots, apples, banana, papaya, and even raspberries may be used as treats. Timothy Hay should be offered at all times.
It is safe to feed Guinea Pig pellets to rabbits in an emergency, but it is not safe to feed rabbit pellets to Guinea Pigs.
Supplementing their diet with a daily multi-vitamin in their food is recommended
Fresh water should always be available in a water bottle.

HOUSING
Rabbits can be kept in cages indoors, or in hutches outdoors in moderate climates. If the cage or hutch has a wire bottom there should be a solid floor in part of the cage so that the animal isn't constantly standing on wire.
A layer of bedding material should cover the bottom of the cage. A hiding space is also recommended.

HANDLING AND CARE
Rabbits are quiet gentle animals that require very little care. If handled when they are young, they remain tame and docile with regular handling.
Slide your hand under the rabbit's chest and gently lift while supporting the hind end with the other hand.
Traditionally pine shavings have been used as bedding material for these animals, but recent studies indicate that the phenols (aroma) in pine may be too strong for animals kept in closed environments without adequate air circulation. For animals in such habitats, Aspen bedding is a safe and practical alternative. Never use cedar shavings for Rabbits, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.

Answer 2

Ive bred and raised show rabbits for years, I sold my pet qualities as pets, and have always liked Rabbits. They are definantly not cats or dogs, they can learn but the dont remember training so you have to always re-inforce training. Remember if you are going to have them inside their urine can be very strong smelling, especially un-nuetered males that sometimes in there fit of maleness can kick urine around. Females not spayed will be a little more independant and strong tempered but generally Rabbits make a good smaller pet. You have to pet them alot and give them attention or they will become frightned of being held and touched.
Heres a nice care sheet I like.
http://www.spca.bc.ca/AnimalCare/rabbitcare.asp

Answer 3

Just like to add another opinion that rabbits are fun pets. They make clean housepets as long as they are spayed/neutered, which helps with ease of litterbox training. They are very entertaining to watch, especially if you have more than one (though it is often difficult to make them get along, it will take some time and effort, but they are happier in the end). Some like to be held and some do not. I agree that http://www.rabbit.org is a great source of information.

Answer 4

Yes, they make great pets. Join the ARBA at http://www.arba.net

They'll send you a book on how to take good care of your rabbits free when you join. They also will send you a very good rabbit magazine that has a lot of good information on rabbits quarterly.

Answer 5

Ok I have 2 rabbits. I've had them for 5 years. They're the best pets ever but you have to be patient with them. They need to be in a quiet area. I adopted my rabbits because the species is so overpopulated and it makes you feel great. And if they don't get adopted they get shot, euthanized or eaten. (dead, of course.) But they involve a bit of work- claning the cage, litter training, and free excercise period. It's worth it.

Answer 6

Yes they make good pets but they need a lot of attention. You can not leave them home all day like dogs and come home to play with them. They get cranky that way. The more you play with them the more they would love you.
You can find helpfull tips on www.petland.com

Answer 7

I LOL at George. a lot. I don't point though, cause it's rude. thumper is adorable..the rabbit from alice in wonderland is creepier than the rabbit from donnie darko Ill go with thumper :)

Answer 8

www.rabbit.org has everything you could ever want to know about bunnies. Mine is a wonderful pet (1yr old neutered male). He uses his litter box 100%, even with free roam of my kitchen and dining room. He gets along with my dogs and cats (always supervised of course) and is very friendly. He's never tried to bite. His only quirk is that he doesn't like to be held.. but that's okay.

Answer 9

My bunny is stinky and messy. I love her to death, but all she does is poop and eat. She also gets poops stuck to her bottom, so every week I have to pry a hunk of turd off her butt. Their urine is very smelly. I also have a chinchilla. It is about 10 years old, and is a wonderful pet. It doesn't smell, or eat a lot. If you get either pet, remember they are chewers. They need exercise outside of their cage, somewhere where they won't destroy your furniture or hurt themselves by chewing on electrical cords.

Answer 10

Word to the wise: Rabbits can rarely be potty trained!! Unless you want to step on little balls of bunny poo, plan to keep it in a cage!