Rabbits make good companions for families

Bunnies are easy to feed and care for; No walking is required



 

 

Taking care of animals can be both fun and educational, and it can also teach responsibility to children. Some animals require more time and care than others, so you should pick a pet that fits your needs and schedule. One of the easiest animals to take care of is the rabbit.

Rabbits require very little space, and you never have to walk them. You can build a cage or buy one at a place like Tractor Supply or a farm supply store.

Rabbits are very tolerant to extremely cold weather, but make sure they have some protection from the strong winter winds. Your cage may have a nest box, or you can nail some boards on the west and northwest sides of the cage to serve as a windbreak.

Also, rabbits don’t like hot weather, so try to find an area for the cage that has some shade. If the temperature gets above 75 degrees, rabbits are usually uncomfortable.

Another plus in raising rabbits is the cheap cost of feeding of them. Rabbits are one of the most economical pets to own. A 25-pound bag of rabbit pellets may last three or four weeks, possibly more, depending on how many rabbits you have and the size and appetite of the bunnies.

It’s a good idea to supplement the rabbit pellets with grass, clover and fruits. Rabbits also love apples. Feeding rabbits these extra treats will make the bag of pellets last much longer, and rabbits enjoy something different than the same old food.

Fresh water is a must. You should change the water daily.

Rabbits need something to gnaw on for the health of their teeth. You can buy wooden fruit- flavored chew sticks at pet stores, or you can give them small limbs and branches from your own trees. I usually prefer to give them wood from apple or maple trees. Rabbits also love to eat the leaves of apple trees.

An additional way to keep rabbits happy is to not overcrowd them. It’s best to keep only one male per cage because they may become aggressive towards each other. Two female rabbits can live well together; they will even cuddle up against each other in cold weather.

Rabbits can also give back a useful product of their own. If you have a garden, rabbit manure makes great organic fertilizer. It’s best to let it age for a couple of months before you use it. Rabbit manure has a high nitrogen content. I have seen rabbit manure work wonders on my tomatoes and pumpkins.

Like all pets, rabbits require a serious commitment. But they are cute, cheap and fun. If you are looking for a pet for yourself or your children, then don’t overlook the bunny rabbit.


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