A rabbit is considered a more ‘unique’ pet than the standard cat or dog. They can make wonderful pets and there are certainly some advantages of having a rabbit in your home but as with any pet, there is work involved, costs involved and care. If you are considering bringing one of these adorable little long eared, pom-pom tailed pets into your home as a pet then here are some things to take into account:

As with any pet, their health and care is critical. Rabbits need trips to the vet and need to be neutered or spayed. Since they do not go outside they are not exposed to as many things that put them at risk for disease which is a bonus; however a vet checking them out is highly recommended.

Rabbits can be litter trained which can be a big plus. Unlike a dog they don’t need to be walked outside to do their business however the training process will take time and patience.

As with any pet, they need stimulation. They will play with toys and this will keep them busy. Remember rabbits will have a tendency to ‘chew and dig’ so you want to keep them occupied.

Their diets are rather simple – along with the store bought pellets you’ll need to top off their tanks with some vegetables. You rarely saw Bugs without him knowing on a carrot, and knowing on a carrot is better than having them go at items in the house.

They will require a cage or hutch. If you design a home for outdoors you’ll need to make sure they are secure from predators. For a rabbit, the neighborhood dogs and cats will qualify as predators, so a secure fenced area and sturdy walls on the hutch should do the trick. When they can be confined to their own spacious home, large enough to move about and easy for you to get into to clean then everyone will enjoy their space. Also be cautious on the type of material you use in their home environment. Wood shavings (pine and cedar) have been linked to health problems in some small breed animals. It’s best to err on the side of caution and check with an expert in a pet care store or your veterinarian.

They don’t bark or meow to give you signs they are hungry so you need to make sure their care becomes ‘routine’ for you. These cute and quiet little animals can make nice pets when the proper care and consideration it taken with them.

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