Rabbit
Haven
Gig Harbor, WA
A shelter and sanctuary for unwanted and mistreated rabbits … until they all have homes.
DID YOU KNOW?
Rabbit Haven's goal is to educate those who already share or are considering sharing their home and heart with a bun. Listed below are facts that relate to rabbits. Some of these you may already know and others just might surprise you.
ƒ Rabbits have a life expectancy of 9-10 years. Some have been known to make it 16 or more years!
ƒ Unspayed female rabbits run up to a 90% chance of developing ovarian cancer.
ƒ Unaltered males are more aggressive and will spray to mark their territory.
ƒ Intact animals are almost impossible to litter train.
ƒ Rabbits have a very fragile skeleton and can easily be seriously injured by small, inexperienced hands.
ƒ Rabbits, unlike cats, are not comfortable with their feet off the ground and their sharp claws may injure you.
ƒ Rabbits generally don't bite but may out of fear or anger.
ƒ Rabbits require specialized veterinary care which may be expensive and difficult to find.
ƒ Rabbits require a specialized diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables. Pellets were created for breeders and are not a healthy diet for a house rabbit.
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Rabbit pooh makes wonderful fertilizer for your garden.ƒ Rabbits need access to Timothy Hay 24 hours a day.
ƒ Rabbits are social animals that require a good deal of your attention in addition to a companion.
ƒ Domestic rabbits released in the wild typically survive 24 hours or less.
ƒ Rabbits have continually growing teeth and must have appropriate chew toys of their own or they will find something of yours to chew on.
ƒ Rabbits need a minimum of four hours of supervised exercise time a day.
ƒ A rabbit's pregnancy lasts 28-31 days and an average litter has 6-10 babies.
ƒ Pet rabbits are very social and in order to fully enjoy them, they need to live in your home with you.
ƒ Rabbits kept in hutches outside are not safe. They are subject to predators the elements and being frightened to death. Also, rabbits kept outside can be forgotten - out of sight; out of mind.
ƒ Rabbits require fresh water and clean bowls daily. If you won't drink out of it, neither should they.
ƒ Rabbits are typically quiet and make great apartment pets.
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Rabbits are social creatures who need a companion, not only for their emotional well-being but also for their health.ƒ Rabbits need regular grooming which includes brushing, nail trimming, ear checking and scent gland cleaning.
ƒ Anywhere a bunny is allowed to run in your home must be bunny-proofed. They are attracted to houseplants and electrical cords.
ƒ Rabbits make loving companions.
ƒ Rabbits are ideal pets for vegetarians they can eat dinner with you!
ƒ Rabbits are intelligent, personable, inquisitive and amusing companions.
ƒ When bun's housing is maintained properly, they are nearly odorless.
ƒ Rabbits should never be left unattended with other animal family members; even acts of play can result in someone being injured.
If you're considering adopting a rabbit, please check you local shelters and rescue organizations for adoptable rescue rabbits instead of supporting pet stores and breeders.
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