I really want a rabbit but i dont know what breed to get?

dudey465 · March 2009

well my mom wont let me get any pets we are only allowed our bulldog ollie but when we went to the pet store i showed her some rabbits and she loved them so i am looking for some nice breeds so i can get one please post pictures of which one i should get thanx and if possible please can you post the average price of the rabbit thanx

dudey465 · March 2009

anybody?

DiamondPuppy0809 · March 2009

Before getting one from the petstore, I'd look in your local pound first. It's always nice to get one from there instead.

I have no clue what my bunny's breed is (got him from the petstore and never really asked - they probably woudn't have known anyways). It all depends on what you'd like your rabbit to be like. Energetic, mellow (I don't believe there are any mellow breeds...? xD). And if you have enough space, a big/small cage, etc. Netherland Dwarf rabbits don't get very big. Only about... 2-3 lbs, I think... Here, this website might help choose. <a href="http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/resources/breed_profiles/rabbits/"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/resource ... s/rabbits/</a> Have a look at whatever breed you'd like to learn more about, etc. There's not too many listed there, but good info on the ones that are. So, some good questions to ask yourself is: Big rabbit or small? Outdoor or indoor rabbit? How much space do I have for him/her. Once all that's figured out, I might be able to help you more. [And I'll get Boz, too 8D]

dudey465 · March 2009

thanx i love the look of the rabbit you have on ur banner? is it urs?

UnknownDreamland · March 2009

Rabbits are extremely overpopulated. They're right up there with dogs and cats. Realise that just because rabbits are small(I'm assuming that's the type you're looking at) they need a lot of love and exercise. I let mine run around rooms and I take him to parks on a leash sometimes. They're just like little dogs. What are you looking for in a rabbit? I own a holland lop male. He's about two years old and just over five pounds, though he's slightly underweight. As well as not being up to the breed's standard. x3 Pet store bunny, I tell you! Actually, he was in a feed store. :[ Pounds should be packed with rabbits around easter because parents tend to get their kids ducklings and then their kids get bored and then the poor things get sent off to pounds. I got two of my lops that way but they passed. I would not advise pet stores. AND pictures can't tell anything about the personality of an animal. It's just like getting a dog. Here are some websites. <a href="http://www.arba.net/Breeds.htm"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.arba.net/Breeds.htm</a> <a href="http://www.pet-rabbit-care-information.com/best-rabbit-breed.htm"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.pet-rabbit-care-information. ... -breed.htm</a> The second website will be very helpful as it tells you average weights, personalities, and their reputation for biting. Let me tell you, rabbit bites are not fun! XD Andi's only bitten me once in the two years I've owned him and that was when I accidentally clipped his nail too low. D; He doesn't like his front paws clipped now at all. He doesn't mind his back though. 8D I'll be happy to answer more questions.

DiamondPuppy0809 · March 2009

dudey465 wrote:

thanx i love the look of the rabbit you have on ur banner? is it urs?

Yeah, he's mine

I don't know what his breed is, but I'm going to try and find out. He's only about 3-4 pounds. He was a little chubby (but lost some weight).

DiamondPuppy0809 · March 2009

Ohh, and I do suggest a male rabbit... only because SOME females are really territorial and downright nasty. (Not all, just the variety I've seen). Males are said to be more cuddly and affectionate. I do think this is somewhat true... but it all depends on your bunny's personality. Are you getting one rabbit or two...? Two rabbits tend to pay more attention to each other and one rabbit will take more to you than anything.

dudey465 · March 2009

Dreamland wrote:

Rabbits are extremely overpopulated. They're right up there with dogs and cats. Realise that just because rabbits are small(I'm assuming that's the type you're looking at) they need a lot of love and exercise. I let mine run around rooms and I take him to parks on a leash sometimes. They're just like little dogs. What are you looking for in a rabbit? I own a holland lop male. He's about two years old and just over five pounds, though he's slightly underweight. As well as not being up to the breed's standard. x3 Pet store bunny, I tell you! Actually, he was in a feed store. :[ Pounds should be packed with rabbits around easter because parents tend to get their kids ducklings and then their kids get bored and then the poor things get sent off to pounds. I got two of my lops that way but they passed. I would not advise pet stores. AND pictures can't tell anything about the personality of an animal. It's just like getting a dog. Here are some websites. <a href="http://www.arba.net/Breeds.htm"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.arba.net/Breeds.htm</a> <a href="http://www.pet-rabbit-care-information.com/best-rabbit-breed.htm"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.pet-rabbit-care-information. ... -breed.htm</a> The second website will be very helpful as it tells you average weights, personalities, and their reputation for biting. Let me tell you, rabbit bites are not fun! XD Andi's only bitten me once in the two years I've owned him and that was when I accidentally clipped his nail too low. D; He doesn't like his front paws clipped now at all. He doesn't mind his back though. 8D I'll be happy to answer more questions.

thank you soooo much i am going to go and have a look i am not getting it from a pet store any more i am goig to get it from a pound or a breeder thanx.

dudey465 · March 2009

Garfieldz Gal wrote:

Ohh, and I do suggest a male rabbit... only because SOME females are really territorial and downright nasty. (Not all, just the variety I've seen). Males are said to be more cuddly and affectionate. I do think this is somewhat true... but it all depends on your bunny's personality. Are you getting one rabbit or two...? Two rabbits tend to pay more attention to each other and one rabbit will take more to you than anything.

i think i will get a male rabbit anyway and do you need to take them to the vets every 2 months to get vaccinated?

a-sap · March 2009

I recomend a flemish giant. They are very, very friendly and just great pets. But, you also need the right stuff for them. They get really large (20+ pounds) so you need the right cages and stuff for them Right now I own 13 of them, with 2 more litters on the way, they are just amazing. My male is just a little love. They are not apropriete for everyone. they also need the right climate. (They can't be in temperatures over 100 degree really)

NuTsRidgebacks · March 2009

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sfysF65YVvc/R0T0wYaQmqI/AAAAAAAAAdM/YOJWDhcTCHU/s400/IMG_0742+stkn.jpg" target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sfysF65YVvc/R ... 2Bstkn.jpg</a> not sure if this link will work, but is this real?? wow@flemish rabbits, is that a completely man made breed, or can they be found in the wild?

a-sap · March 2009

they were selectively bred (From England I think) to produce continental giants. Flemish giants are just a step below them really.

NuTsRidgebacks · March 2009

wow! that pic i found looks like a sheep :P cool@you having 13 little beasts, i'm sure they keep you really busy.

MondyFlax · March 2009

Local Pound - Good, usually the animals are nicer and more adapt there than the petstores, also you are saving a life. Another thing, Don't go for one just because it's 'pretty'.. Get to know it for about 5-8 minutes before officially adopting it.. get to know it's personality. I did that, I have the best little Rodent ever.

Good luck<3

Kholran · April 2009

Before you get a rabbit, there are some important things you need to consider. -Could I afford a cat or dog? Rabbits are not cheap animals to own. Like cats and dogs, they need to be spayed/neutered, and they need yearly vet visits. They eat constantly, and go through food like it's going out of style. You've got to be able to trim their toenails frequently so they don't grow into their feet. Your rabbit might also require tooth trimming if their jaws do not line up correctly. Yearly costs are probably going to run you between $500 and $800 for a healthy rabbit, and much more if you have a 'special needs' bunny. -Do I have the time, and do I mind the mess? Rabbits need to be out of their cages AT LEAST 3 hours a day, and unless the room is absolutely secure, they MUST be supervised. A rabbit can severely injure or kill itself just by jumping off of a surface a few feet off the ground. If you live in an extremely busy household, where people are gone for most of the day, this is not the pet for you. You've also got to factor in the time it's going to take you to rabbit proof your house. Rabbits can and will chew on anything and everything, and anywhere they have access to must be completely free from cords or wires that might electrocute a rabbit if they're chewed on. They're also VERY messy animals, so once the bunny is back in its cage, be prepared to spend another hour or so picking up the poops it leaves behind. If you (or anyone else in your family) is a "neat freak" that needs everything to be clean and orderly all the time, DO NOT get a rabbit. -Am I ready for this commitment? Indoor house bunnies live, on average, 8-10 years. This is not a short-term pet. If you're the type of person to get bored with an animal quickly this is not the pet for you. Be sure that you're completely ready to give this animal a home and the right care for its ENTIRE life. -Do I have the space? A rabbit cage MUST be at least FOUR TIMES the size of the rabbit. That's a pretty sizable chunk of space that's now going to be taken up by a rabbit cage. Rabbits are not "starter pets" nor are they short-term animals. You're going to have this rabbit for the next 8-10 years, and in that time it's going to cost you a lot of time and money. Contrary to popular belief, you can't just get one and let it sit in the cage all day long. Each rabbit is as different as each cat or dog is different. Like small dogs, small rabbits tend to be hyperactive and much more aggressive because they're always 'on guard', while the larger breeds tend to be like big dogs- gentle giants. If you're REALLY serious about getting a rabbit, do your research before you even THINK about bringing one into your home (yes, into your home...these are NOT lawn ornaments, and don't live as long or as well if housed outdoors). I would highly recommend reading through everything you can find at <a href="http://rabbit.org"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://rabbit.org</a>; and check out the most recent edition of the Orbis Worlds Newsletter, as I've written a very brief article on rabbit care. Please don't base your decision on getting a bunny because it's "cute"...make the best decision for you and your family ONLY after you've done all the research you need to do.

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I really want a rabbit but i dont know what breed to get?

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