They are small, furry and cuddly. Rabbits, a priori, are easy-to-care pets that do not require great attention or too much expense. This is essential when choosing which pet best suits our way of life. However, that it is a simple animal does not mean that we should neglect it or that we do not have to think about its basic needs. Quite the opposite! So here are a few tips for your pet to have a full and happy life.
Rabbits need a spacious cage in which they can move freely, although the size of this will depend on whether the rabbit is a small, medium or large breed. In the case of small rabbits, the cage should measure 40x40x30 cm , while a medium rabbit will need one of 80x50x60 cm . Similarly, the ideal size for a large rabbit is 100x70x80 cm . They don’t like to feel locked up!
For that reason, it is not recommended that your rabbit spend too much time in the cage. He will have to go out daily to run around, play and socialize with other animals (always supervised) or humans. Another option is to let the rabbit live in the yard or garden, if you have enough space. If you opt for this second idea, you will have to make sure that the animal does not suffer any attack from dogs or cats or that it is protected from inclement weather. Also, if you don’t want your rabbit to start a family, you’d better choose to neuter it. You will avoid taking any surprises and their behavior will be much calmer and less territorial. You will surely live better!
As for food, these lagomorphs require a diet rich in fiber , so in addition to feed and hay, they should have fresh vegetables and herbs such as celery, beet or artichoke at their fingertips. Of course, you can never run out of water, always clean and fresh in a drinker shaped like a ‘pacifier’. Like any other animal, we will also have to monitor its state of health and you will have to attend the exotic animal veterinarian regularly. Remember that he can get sick too! If you want to know better the basic care of this fantastic pet, do not miss the following gallery.
