More and more people are getting rabbits as pets. Before you decided to take a rabbit as pet, there are many things that you should know. Read on for more information about getting rabbits as pets.
There are some rabbits that have lived to 15 years old, although most would live between 6 to 13 years old. This should be taken into consideration if you are thinking of keeping rabbits as pet.
You will either need a rabbit cage or a rabit hutch as a housing. The best cage are those with wire floor and a pull out tray. A rabbit cage should be at least 4 times the size of the rabbit and should be tall enough to enable the rabbit to stand up straight. Rabbit housing should be cleaned daily.
Many owners are not even aware about this, but rabbits may be litter-box trained. Pay attention to the rabbit’s poo to find out if the rabbit is sick.
A pet rabbit's diet can be made of commercially produced rabbit pellets, hay, greens and fruits. Younger rabbits less than 7 months old should be fed with pellets and alfalfa hay. Adequate fresh water is a must.
Pet rabbits will constantly groom themselves. They shed their hair every 3 months and you should be prepared for more vacuuming in the house. Family with members who are allergic to rabbit's fur may not be suitable to keep rabbits as pet.
You should neuter or spay your rabbits if you are getting two rabbits as pets. Neutering or spaying your rabbit also helps prevent development of cancer in female rabbits and eliminate aggressive behaviour in male rabbits. It is easier to house train neutered and spayed rabbits.
Rabbits do not need frequent trip to the vet. Pet rabbits like to chew on furniture and electrical cords. Therefore, bunny proofing the house is important for the rabbit's safety and to prevent damages. Adult rabbits tend to be more disciplined.
Hand-made toys will provide the rabbits with just as much fun. Your rabbits will sleep through most of the daytime. This means that you do not feel guilty about leaving your pet rabbits in their cage while you are working as they will be napping anyway.
Most people keep rabbits as pet because they are quiet and easy to care for. Do not leave children to care for the rabbits by themselves as they may not know h
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