Before embarking
on rabbit ownership, think long and hard about these responsibilities and whether you really want to take them on.
Proper rabbit ownership includes providing the necessary diet and bedding, appropriate housing, social interaction and appropriate medical care, all of which may be costly.
This campaign will help to inform potential «Easter Bunny» purchasers about
common rabbit ownership myths and mistakes, and to encourage potential purchasers to consider our Foster Program as a better option to impulse purchasing.
Doing your research will help you to decide if you are ready to take on the commitment
of rabbit ownership of if you should stick to the chocolate variety of Easter bunnies.
According to data from the APPMA,
rabbit ownership has been increasing.
At the Exotic Animal Hospital of Orlando we are excited to help guide you through your journey of
rabbit ownership.
Each year, thousands of pet rabbits are abandoned at shelters and rescues because people purchased or adopted them impulsively without first taking the time to learn about the responsibilities of
rabbit ownership and realized after the fact that their rabbits required more time and energy than they were willing or able to provide.
Rabbits can make wonderful pets, but
rabbit ownership is not for everyone, especially those with young children.