When I was a little child we had several rabbits as pets. I hardly remember them, but my parents say that there was a strange fear in their eyes.
Now when I see a rabbit, no matter whether dwarf rabbits or an angora rabbit, the first feeling that I have is to bring it home and protect it. From what? I don’t know. Maybe just because I want to clear the timid expression of their eyes.
When you see a small rabbit it is almost impossible not to fall in love with it, but before choosing rabbits as pets you should know what you can expect from them and what kind of pets they will make.
Nowadays pet markets are flooded by the variety of pet rabbits, but you must know which one will most suit you and whether it will make a good pet or not.
While purchasing a pet rabbit, people usually go to small, dwarf rabbits like the Netherlands dwarf, as they are too cute and easy to care for.
The next ones that enjoy great popularity are medium-sized rabbits like the Dutch, English and Dwarf lop, as they are very attractive, docile and intelligent. Dwarf lops will make very good house rabbits, despite the fact of being called “dwarf” they can grow quite big.
Larger rabbit breeds like the New Zealand White, Flemish Giant and Californian aren’t preferable rabbits as pets particularly for those who have small children, as they can be quite aggressive towards small people.
Those who like to have an unusual pet rabbit may purchase a Lion Head rabbit or rex breeds with unusual short fur type, which has a kind of sheen to it.
Angora rabbit has a long, soft fur and requires a lot of grooming. When housing them you should be extremely careful to avoid staining their fur, so they are not a good choice if you have children or a family member who has asthma.
Why you should have rabbits as pets?
Rabbits are extremely cute and lovely — it is out of question. Just watching them hop, listen by perking up their long ears, eat, sleep or just lie in the sun can bring a smile to your face. All that also has a very relaxing effect.
- Rabbits as pets are very unique. It’s very original to go for a walk with a soft fury friend.
- Rabbits are very friendly, they can live well with a variety of other animals. For example, a rabbit gets along with guinea pigs very well.
- Your eating habits will be improved — your vegetarian pet should always be supplied with fresh vegetables. Watching these cute animals eat healthy food encourages their owners to make a salad for themselves.
- I recommend you to purchase a female rabbit, as males tend to show sexual aggression and will urinate all over the house unless they are neutered.
It’s all great about rabbits, but if you want to have one in your home, then you should know what bad expectations you should have from your rabbits as pets. Just read my next post and only then decide whether you want to have a pet rabbit or not.
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