Before You Bring a Rabbit Home

Are You Ready to Own a Rabbit?

Choose ONE answer for each question honestly. This is not a test of how much you like rabbits. It is a test of whether your lifestyle, expectations and circumstances are suitable for responsible rabbit ownership.

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Question 1 of 20

How much time can you realistically spend caring for your rabbit every day?

Fresh hay and water, a clean litter tray, exercise and company every day add up to more than half an hour.

Question 2 of 20

Where will your rabbit stay most of the time?

Rabbits need room to hop, stretch and explore. A small cage all day leads to weak bones, boredom and stress.

Question 3 of 20

How much are you prepared to budget for proper rabbit care?

Food and hay are only part of it. Vet visits, grooming and the unexpected need room in the budget too.

Question 4 of 20

Which feeding plan best matches your understanding of rabbit nutrition?

Hay should be most of the diet. It keeps teeth worn down and the gut moving. Pellets and treats are extras.

Question 5 of 20

Your rabbit suddenly stops eating and its droppings become abnormal. What would you do?

A rabbit that stops eating can go downhill within hours. It is an emergency, so see a vet the same day.

Question 6 of 20

How would you handle your rabbit?

Most rabbits do not like being lifted. Held wrongly, a kick can hurt their spine, so learn how first.

Question 7 of 20

When should you learn about rabbit care?

The first weeks at home matter most. Knowing what to expect before then avoids the common early mistakes.

Question 8 of 20

Your rabbit starts chewing electrical wires or furniture. What would you do?

Chewing is natural and it never stops. Cover the wires and give them things they are allowed to chew.

Question 9 of 20

You need to travel for several days. What is your plan?

A rabbit needs care every day you are away. Book boarding or a trusted sitter early, with a backup.

Question 10 of 20

Your rabbit unexpectedly requires veterinary treatment that costs more than expected. What would you do?

Vet bills come without warning. Putting a little aside each month means the choice is never only about money.

Question 11 of 20

If you can no longer keep your rabbit, what would you do?

A pet rabbit cannot survive outdoors. If you must part with it, find a home that will truly care for it.

Question 12 of 20

If you move to a new home, what would happen to your rabbit?

Your rabbit is part of the household. Check the new place allows pets before you sign anything.

Question 13 of 20

If your job requires you to relocate to another city or country, what would you do?

Rabbits can live 8 to 12 years. Over that time a move is likely, so plan for it rather than hope it will not happen.

Question 14 of 20

If you or a family member develops a health condition that makes keeping a rabbit difficult, what would you do?

Both the person and the rabbit matter. Take advice first, then decide calmly, not in a rush.

Question 15 of 20

If you or a family member develops an allergy to rabbits, what would you do?

Allergies are often to hay or dust, not the rabbit. Check with a doctor, and rehome responsibly only if you must.

Question 16 of 20

Someone in your household does not want a rabbit. What would you do?

A rabbit lives with everyone in the home. It goes much better when the whole household has agreed.

Question 17 of 20

You discover that your rabbit requires more care, time or money than you originally expected. What would you do?

Most new owners find it takes more than they thought. Adjusting your routine is part of the commitment.

Question 18 of 20

Your rabbit does not have the personality or appearance you expected. What would you do?

Every rabbit has its own character, and many take weeks to settle and trust you. Give it time.

Question 19 of 20

If you become extremely busy with work, studies or family responsibilities, what happens to your rabbit?

A rabbit needs the same basic care on busy days as on quiet ones. Have help lined up for those weeks.

Question 20 of 20

Which statement best describes your commitment to owning a rabbit?

Owning a rabbit is a commitment for its whole life, through all the changes in yours.

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