| Rabbits are wonderful pets that are growing in | | | | You should also be aware that rabbits do have a |
| popularity. Whereas these gentle creatures were | | | | tendency to chew on things, which means you will |
| once found primarily at farms in outdoor | | | | need to keep it supplied with safe chew toys so |
| enclosures, a growing number of people are | | | | it does not damage your belongings. You should |
| deciding to keep pet rabbits as indoor pets. But, | | | | also be aware that rabbits need to be fed more |
| why have rabbits grown in popularity and how | | | | than just the pellets you can purchase at your |
| can you determine if a rabbit is the right pet for | | | | local pet store. They also need to eat plenty of |
| you? | | | | hay as well as a variety of fresh vegetables on a |
| Reasons to Own a Rabbit as a Pet | | | | regular basis. |
| Rabbits have grown in popularity as household | | | | Although rabbits are social creatures who need a |
| pets for many reasons. One of the primary | | | | great deal of interaction in order to stay happy |
| reasons is the fact that they tend to be very | | | | and healthy, you should also exercise caution |
| social creatures and are usually very tame. | | | | when bringing a rabbit into a household with |
| Therefore, most rabbits can be regularly handled | | | | children. Many children pick rabbits up incorrectly |
| without issue and often form close bonds with | | | | or do not exercise caution when playing around |
| their owners. In addition, they tend to be very | | | | them. Therefore, be certain your children are |
| playful and can be fun to watch. | | | | mature enough to handle having a pet rabbit |
| Many people are surprised to learn that rabbits | | | | before you bring one home. |
| can also be trained to perform simple tricks or to | | | | Where to Go to Adopt a Rabbit |
| engage in certain behaviors. Fortunately, they can | | | | If you have decided that you would like to adopt |
| even be litter trained, which makes caring for a | | | | a pet rabbit, there are many places for you make |
| pet rabbit even simpler. | | | | your purchase. If possible, it is best to adopt one |
| Deciding if a Rabbit is the Right Pet for You | | | | from a shelter. This way, you can rescue a pet |
| There are several things you should consider in | | | | rabbit that has been abandoned and it may |
| order to determine if a pet rabbit is right for you. | | | | already be housebroken. If there are no shelters |
| First, you should be aware that the life | | | | with rabbits available for adoption, you can also |
| expectancy for most breeds is 5 to 15 years. | | | | purchase one from a private breeder. If you go |
| Therefore, if you are concerned about forming a | | | | this route, make certain the rabbits are properly |
| bond with a pet with a relatively short lifespan, | | | | cared for and that they have been well socialized |
| you may not want to adopt a pet rabbit. On the | | | | before you pick one out. This way, you can be |
| other hand, if you are looking for a pet that does | | | | certain it will be in good health and you will be able |
| not require making a lifetime commitment, a pet | | | | to form a solid bond with your new pet. |
| rabbit may be a good choice for you. | | | | |