Before you get a bunny

Bunnies don't always like to be handled and wont always come when called. Rabbits are inquisitive and energetic pets. They need regular exercise to keep them from getting bored and restless. If you have a rabbit, make sure you give it the time and space to run around and explore to stay active and healthy. Plus, exercising is a great way for you to spend time and bond with your furry friend.

Rabbits like being with other rabbits. Rabbits are social animals that rely on one another to survive in the wild. A rabbit by itself must be alert at all times for potential predators, but if there's another rabbit about, that spreads the responsibility around. And since rabbits only speak rabbit, it helps them feel immensely more safe if there's another rabbit about. Related to this, spaying and neutering your rabbit is a good call if you're going to have two rabbits, but it's generally smart even if you're going to stick to one rabbit. Rabbits can live up to 12 years so its a long commitment.

Rabbits aren't great pets for kids. Yes, every kid would love a little bunny to call their own, but the rabbit may be less thrilled with a small kid as their primary caretaker. Rabbits are prey animals, and as such, they're easily startled by loud noises and lurching movements. Picking up rabbits is also a no-go as it may make them think they've been grabbed by a predator. The team and I strongly advises that parents or guardians wait until kids are older before the family adopts a rabbit.

Other things to consider :

1. They live between 8-12+ years

2. Rabbits love to chew.

3. Rabbits need regular exercise.

4. Rabbits require a well balanced diet.

5. Rabbits need their habitat cleaned regularly.

6. Rabbits have special health concerns. (which means vet appointments are expensive)

7. They don't do too well with children