info about rabbits?

Question

please about rabbits plz.. the good and bad

Answer 1

Rabbits are a wonderful pet.
But they do need a lot of work and love into it
They need a water bottle, food bowl, food (ofcourse) but they eat a lot.. thats y most rabbits are fat :]
Hay, some chewing sticks or a vitiman stick, brush, leash(optional), some toys, litter, and a litter pan
Rabbits are very good animals and pets
most dont bite, but most kick :[
a thing that helps is when u pick you rabbit up put you hand under her/his legs.. and another thing that helps is keeping the nails trimmed back... it is easier when rabbits have white nails to trim them..
XXXOOO the xs would be the white nail.. but the circles are a pink colored vien and flesh.. if u cut the pink too far back they could bleed to death!!! be very very careful
i take some of my baby rabbits to a groomer b/c they wiggle too much :]
litter training... it could be a messy disaster.. or a clean miracle
well if u get you rabbit to go into the pan.. it isnt a miracle.. i think its the easiest part of the start of a new rabbit
when you first put your rabbit in the cage, let it alone to wonder around and discover its new home.. but when it goes to the bathroom make sure u put the droppings in the pan on top of the litter (dont use clay based litter.. bad for rabbits i prefer "yesterday news") soon and surely your rabbit will be going potty in the pan!! :]
hmm i think that covered most of everything
if u have any more questions ask me :D
Jenny

Answer 2

Rabbits live 8-10 years on average they make great pets but some rabbits aren't social but most likely are. Rabbits need fresh water everyday and need attention. Rabbits can learn tricks. Rabbits can eat most foods and veggies but not all fruits and veggies. Common knowledge don't pick your rabbits up by the ears it can kill them. Rabbits she shades of blue and green like dogs with the grey eyesight thing. Two or more male rabbits together would not get along and fight. Now several females will get along. Give the rabbit checkups once in a while (there are some things you can check that you don't need a vet for). Rabbits should be held against your chest while you hand is holding the bottom. Rabbits will eat their own poop and it's ok it's part of their diet.
Now I have plenty of more info but I don't want to use the very few characters I have left. So there's a book called the field guide to rabbits by Samantha Johnson you should check it out its very helpful. Hope this helped :)

Answer 3

Rabbit's can make great pets but it all depends on how you care for them.
If rabbits are not handled form a young age they tend to be very skittish and won't be fond of being held or picked up. If they are well socialized then this won't be so much of an issue. It's very important to watch the nails, usually even more than the teeth, because they can deliver a nasty scratch if the rabbit is frightened. A downside of having rabbits is they are very delicate animals. They can become injured or die very easily. Keep on eye on their feed consumption (about a cup a day is good. ) and make sure they always have access to fresh water.
One thing to keep in mind is what breed you get. Some breeds are more suited to be pets than others. I would recommend Mini Rex's from my own experience due to their friendly natures, small size, and extremely soft hair coats. If you plan on getting a pair get two males or a neutered male and a spayed female as they will get along best. Contrary to popular belief two males will get along well, neutered or not, if they are not exposed to a breeding female.
Good luck with whatever you plan to do with rabbits, they care really great to work with.

Answer 4

Good:
Rabbits are extremely cute
Rabbits are clean, they groom themselves like cats
Rabbits don't take up a lot of space and don't cost as much to own in the US as a cat or a dog (no vaccinations)
Rabbits can be adopted at most shelters for a reasonable fee and are usually already altered
Rabbits can be litter trained
Their poop is dry, hard, and not even that gross.

The bad:
They are destructive--you must "rabbit proof" any area that you want them to have access to (cover all cords, keep plants out of reach, etc) and they might still chew up your baseboards and dig up your carpet
They DO still cost money, contrary to popular belief--fresh veggies, vet care, litter--these things do add up even if they're cheaper than other pets
Unaltered rabbits often engage in hormonal behaviors, such as spraying urine, aggressiveness, etc, and are generally advised to be altered

Rabbits are good pets with a lot of personality.... but they aren't for everyone.

Answer 5

ADOPT A RABBIT!!!! Many shelters have a lot of rabbits in need of homes. they are already spayed and neutered. dont buy it from a pet store!!
I agree with what everyone is saying. they require a lot of maintenance and love and attention. they shouldnt be left alone forever.
I suggest that u spay or neuter the rabbit. it is something that i am gonna do bc they tend to be aggresive. my rabbit growls, bites and boxes at me. she also chews on everything i own. the cables, my remote etc. This was if u spay/neuter it it will be less aggressive and will let u carry them too cause most rabbits dont like to be picked up.
VERY IMPORTANT!! if u do spay/neuter it u HAVE to do research on a vet that specializes in rabbits cause there have been some bad cases where the rabbits have dies from complications. i have a number u can call if u live in los angeles. this is where ima take my rabbit. tell me where u live....

Answer 6

I own a rabbit too. I recommend a book that I found at Barnes & Noble called, "The Rabbit Handbook". It helped me out a lot. Also, there is a magazine dedicated to rabbits called, "Rabbits USA". They are really good for information too...but, they are a annual publication (meaning they are printed once a year.) You can find those magazines at a PetSmart store near you.

Answer 7

Rabbits are wonderful pets but they need a lot of love and attention. They can be mischievous if not trained properly, especially of they are indoors. I suggest litter training them but buying and litter tray and putting their old poo in the tray and hay to encourage them to use it. Rabbits also get really bored if they are cooped up in a cage all day or a hutch. If they are outside, I recommend an attached run to the hutch or if they are inside, bunny proof your house by using things to cover wires and boxes to block off places you don't want your rabbit to go. But remember that rabbits can jump high, so always be watching them when you let them loose and if they're near boxes. you may have a made a barrier but do not underestimate them, they can jump over it!

Answer 8

As much as you love them at the start they get boring. They don't have the Same emotional response as dogs or cats, and they smell and demand a lot of care for their whole lives.
They are also expensive! They need nutered and vet bills (for things like getting their nails cut) they need to be protected from local cats, the risk of foxes and of flies (rabbits can sit on fly eggs which will hatch inside them, can be fatal)
They are adorable but I honestly don't recommend them. 8-10 years is a long time to love in a cage.

Answer 9

There are many good things and bad things about rabbits that many people do not know about, and some that want to make people rabbit owners for the rest of their life. However, rabbits do need maintenance and are still animals that need love and care.

Good: House rabbits are very quiet animals to share your life with. Aside from a gentle clicking of the teeth when happy or a low grunt when irritated, rabbits are virtually noiseless pets. There are a variety of bunny body language signals that house rabbits use to let you know how they are doing and even what they want. For example, if your rabbit bows her/his head down and lies low to the ground, chances are good your bunny is presenting and wants to be stroked. When treated with respect and care, most house rabbits show their love in clear ways. A happy bunny will give you soft licks to kisses. They will also indicate if they are angry or feel threatened. Of course, each house rabbit’s personality is different. Be sure to research breed temperament tendencies and if possible, spend time with the rabbit before adoption. Once home, a close bond can be encouraged between family members and the bunny by providing plenty of social time. Rabbits need at least 2-3 hours a day out of their cages or pens and they tend to like to be around others, especially during those peak activity times of day. Whether it’s sharing a salad with your bunny or using her/his waste and litter to enrich your compost heap, house rabbits are a great complement to a sustainable lifestyle. Rabbits are vegetarians and can easily share the abundance of your garden or purchased produce. There are many diet choices you can make for your bunny rabbit. However, it is vital that you feed him/her mainly fresh hays and green vegetables with quality pellets as well. Recycling with your rabbit can happen in countless ways: Providing your bunny with cardboard tubes as toys, using clean old towels for his/her cage or pen, or even purchasing litter made from recycled paper are just a few everyday examples. One reason why house rabbits are so unique is how playful and personable they can be. Especially during their most active hours—early morning and early evening—don’t be surprised to find a happy bunny racing and leaping about your home providing just about the best entertainment a pet can offer!

Bad: First, they're destructive. If you keep them indoors, they pull up carpet, gnaw on baseboards, chew on power cords, rip up books and nibble on clothing. They also urinate and leave droppings everywhere, even if you give them their own litter box to use. If you let them go outdoors, they dig holes and lay waste to your vegetable or flower garden. Rabbits require a lot of maintenance. You have to clean out their cages more than a guinea pig, hamster, gerbil, or even rat.

But, if you haven't noticed, there's more good things about rabbits than bad things, and if you think about it, rabbits are good for children as well. But, make sure the rabbit and the children are supervised AT ALL TIMES!

Answer 10

rabbits are a lot of work but are very affectionate. rabbits need hay and water all the time and should have a controlled amount of pellets, leafy greens and fruit and veges. they need lots of toys, such as wicker baskets, toilet paper rolls, tunnels. and stuff to throw around. they need room to run and play and do better indoors. they need things to chew on to prevent their teeth from growig too long, also they can be trained to use a litter box easily. they are great pets but require a lot of work