Im getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?

I have a rat, and that is about it, and she is very old (about 3 years) and my parents said i could get a rabbit, if i could pay for it, so im waiting for my b-day for some money.





How big should a cage be and for what rabbit?


What are the normal sizes for a small, med., big rabbit?


What kind should i get?Im getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?
I absolutely adore rabbits!! They're one of my favorite animals. I think they make great pets and if I ruled the world, everyone would have to have a bunny. My favorite breed of rabbit is Dutch. I love their size, color patterns, and personalities. I used to have an all black Dutch named Licorice...





I copied this from an article on petco.com::


Whether you live in a small urban apartment or on a five-acre farm, rabbits are great pets who enjoy indoor and outdoor life.





Playful Companion


Contrary to popular belief, rabbits aren't boring or sedentary. They're active pets who love to romp and play games. Rabbits are crepuscular, which means they're full of vim and vigor during the early morning and evening hours when you're at home! This means more quality time with your little ball of fur.





Rabbits love to be in the thick of things. They do best when their habitats are near family areas, such as the living room. Although they need a cage for resting, these pets enjoy daily jaunts in your house or around the backyard.





Sociable and curious, your free-roaming bunny might burrow down in your dresser drawer or inspect your grocery bag collection inside and out. These playful pets also are fierce competitors in tug-of-war, follow-the-leader, and chase.





Family Life


These cuddly creatures fit well into family life. Rabbits don't need daily walks around the neighborhood or hours of grooming, and their quiet purring and honking won't disturb the neighbors.





Bunnies may take up to a year to bond with your family, but it's worth the wait. Rabbits generally live seven to 10 years, and they make loyal companions who maintain their friendly personalities into old age.





If you own a cat, don't despair about half of bunny owners also own cats. And some dogs and bunnies can live together comfortably if the dog is gentle and is taught not to chase. You can build a mixed-pet family with careful introductions and planning.





Although children younger than 7 years shouldn't handle these fragile pets, they can play together with adult supervision.





Before you bring home a rabbit, spend time with the furry creature to gauge his demeanor and learn his habits. You'll enjoy his humorous antics and shy affection.











Okay, but be advised that rabbits aren't easy pets to keep. Read up on them before you buy one!! The most important things to know are diet, handling, and hygiene (that I can think of). You can paralyze a rabbit if you don't hold it the right way, you can give it horrible infections if you don't clean it and its cage out properly, you can make a rabbit ill or kill it by not having it on the proper diet or by feeding it the wrong things. I advise you ask your parents for a book called ';Rabbits for Dummies';, or something like that. Read up and rabbits before you get one. And when you do, you'll be prepared. Also, go to your local pet store (make sure they actually sell rabbits) and really talk to someone there about rabbits and what they recommend you feed a rabbit, how big of a cage to get, and things like that.





And I'm telling you now, the best advice I can give you is LITTER BOX TRAIN YOUR BUNNY RIGHT AWAY!!! It'll save you a lot of time cleaning up poop in places it shouldn't be. And it's easy too.





Have fun with your bunny, and Happy early Birthday!!





Feel free to email me if you need anything... Luvn_bois_is_sin@yahoo.comIm getting a rabbit, what kind should i get? Should i even get a rabbit?
ok. Luckily for you, there are some rabbit shows coming up. go to www.olrcb.net and click on the upcoming sanctioned shows for a full list. there are also youth and 4H shows that are listed on that site, you have to click on the link avaliable on the listed shows page.





check out these sites.





http://www.geocities.com/tcrabbitry





http://www.OLRCB.net





http://www.arba.net





http://www.psprabbitry.com





http://www.geocities.com/rex_rabbits/





http://hometown.aol.com/ilm1989/lanaship鈥?/a>





These are some local breeders of various breeds.





The best advice I could give is to go to a local show and scope out the different breeds. Also do all your research before purchasing any animal.





Good Luck!
Rabbits are peeing machines !! I'm talking pints !!
If you're looking for a lap bunny, get a Holland Lop. This is one of my favorite breeds. They LOVE to cuddle. Harlequins (sp?) are also very sweet.





For the cage, do some research...it's going to depend 100% on the size of your bunny.





Now here's a little warning: rabbits are a HUGE responsibility. Make sure to rabbit-proof your room and litter-train it. Rabbits need a minimum of 4 hours of excercise a day.





Also, instead of buying one, check your local shelters: www.petfinder.com.
I tried rabbits once. I preffered rats much more. The rabbit actually attacked my cats. They're nasty. One of mine was really mean. They're adorable, but I hated mine as pets. They stink really bad.


They have actual rabbit hutches at the pet stores.





I preffer rats over rabbits or any other rodent.
You need a fairly big cage for any size rabbit. They need room to run around. The best thing to do is talk to someone at a pet store and they'll show you what size to get.





The kind depends on what you want. Mini-lops and Holland lops are very nice, but some can get excited easily. Lionheads are very nice and cuddly but can get quite big.





As far as the whole cat thing goes, you might not have to shut up your rabbit to keep him away from the cats. I have 2 cats and 2 rabbits and they get along fine, and I know a lot of rabbit owners who find the same thing. As long as you teach your cats that the rabbit is a member of the family you should be fine. Never leave your rabbit alone with the cat when it is not in its cage, however.I wouldn't recommend shutting up your rabbit in your room if you aren't going to be there alot. they are happier when they are around people.





Its not likely you'll find a rabbit somewhere that is already spayeds/neutered unless it is an adult rabbit that someone is giving away for one reason or another. Most likely you'll have to get it done yourself.





Its your decision on whether you should get a rabbit...but the main thing is MAKE SURE you absolutely want one before you make the decision. Don't think of it as a cuddley little toy, it's a responsibility. Too many rabbits are bought and loved for a few days, and then forgotten because the novelty has worn off. Be ready to love and take care of this rabbit for years.
LIONHEAD RABBIT


there so addorable they have a mane like a lion and fur on its legs like a lion.there so cute they come in dwarf or medium and there so cute!They do not stink snd are very well trained. they are so nice and my cats love them , my cats lick them to death. I really recmand this rabbit. if you have any more questions im the one to ask! :):D
Cats and rabbits can get along if socialized properly. But you should never leave them alone together. It's a good idea to let the bunny have her own room so that you can keep the cats out, but your room might not be a good idea. The rabbit will be making noise at night and probably keep you awake.





Cages available in pets stores are too small for rabbits. You can make your own using wire storage cube panels and cable ties. You can make a much bigger cage that way and it will be much less expensive than one you get in a store. Just google ';NIC cube cages'; to find out how to make one.





Visit your local shelter or rescue organization. The staff will know the rabbits personalities and help you pick one out. Each rabbit has its own personality, and it has nothing to do with breed.





www.rabbit.org has all the info you need to decide if a rabbit is right for you, all the supplies you will need and how much it will cost.
Rabbits are wonderful pets! I have five of them! They can be littertrained. My rabbits get along with my cats. Some bunnies are about 8-10 pounds which is medium. They get to run outside during the day in spring and fall. We then bring them inside at night! ';Rabbit Round-Up!';LOL Don't put her outside when the temp. is over 80 degrees F or below 50 degrees F. Don't get a drawf, too vulnerable to predators! I love big rabbits! I want to get a Flemish Giant some day. You adopt a bunny at a shelter, Humane Society, House Rabbit Society( www.rabbit.org ), or Rabbit Rescue Bunny! Any kind is good, all rabbits have different personalities. Rex rabbits are extremely soft! You can also look in your local Newspaper! I absolutely LOVE Bunnies. They are like the best pets I have ever had! My bunny, Buttons, who passed away : ( , Was like my soul mate! Also, make sure you get a Rabbit Sav vy Vet! Look on rabbit.org for Questions to ask your vet. There is also a list of Rabbit Vets on there, too. Well, Good Luck! As for a cage, it should be at least four times the size of your rabbit, unless you are letting have free run of your room, 24/7! You should donate AT LEAST one hour a day! They are like cats and dogs and need a lot of attention! Also, Bunny Proof Your ROOM! Rabbits like to chew electrical wires! I suggest wrapping tin foil on the wires AND hiding them behind things! If you think there is any sign that your bunny is sick, bring her to the Vet RIGHT AWAY! Rabbits die very quickly when ill! If her ears are hot, bring her to the vet. Get a thermometer to stick up her but to make sure! Anything over 101-102 is a fever!