Want A Perfect Rabbit?
Are you planning to buy one for your youngster as a holiday or other gift? Do you want one just because they are cute or on impulse? Are you fostering one or taking one in out of the goodness of your heart?
Rabbits & Small Children
I do not advise buying a rabbit for a child under the age of 10. Chances are you will end up being responsible for the animal and if you do not take care of the rabbit, he will suffer the consequences of neglect. There are always exceptions to the rule, but usually children and pets do not mix.
Another point I’d like to make is that if you do bring a rabbit into the household where there are small children, you might wish to consider a larger one instead of a dwarf or other small rabbit. Larger animals are better able to tolerate the sometimes rough handling small children can provide. From my experience, larger rabbits are usually friendlier than smaller ones as well.
Remember that if you purchase a bunny for your child, you also need to take the responsibility of teaching your child to care for the rabbit properly.
Bunnies are Cute
But this is a poor reason for buying one. In the case of purchasing a baby bunny, the cuteness eventually wears off when they get older and many ‘owners’ neglect or abandon them. In my opinion, they simply go from being cute to beautiful, and deserve the care and attention of any beloved pet.
Please do not buy a rabbit on impulse. Too many people have done so, having no idea how to care for one properly, and the bunny suffers for it. Just because you may know how to care for a dog or cat that you own, does not mean you know as much about rabbits. The unfortunate thing about this type of situation is that usually the dog or cat takes precedent over the rabbit. The rabbit loses again. All pets require proper treatment and care.
Fostering A Bunny
It is admirable if you choose to do so, but make certain that you know what you are getting into or you may unintentionally lose the rabbit to one of the many possible maladies or malnutrition. There is a big difference in caring for a bunny by putting him into a cage and feeding pellets from a pet store and taking the extra step to learn everything you can concerning bunny care and using it. The education is a lifetime process (for the rabbit at least), but well worth it.
What should I do before bringing a rabbit home as a new caretaker?
- Educational Resources such as Books and Websites.
- Food and Equipment Sources.
- Get to know your local veterinarian.
- Bunny proof your home.
- Consideration for current pets.
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