How to keep ornamental rabbits

Decorative rabbits love both adults and children, not indifferent to him. They are so cute that even the most callous person certainly a desire to pick up the little long-eared animal home. But do not think that keeping rabbits in the home is as simple as, for example, cats. For keeping the house perfect decorative dwarf rabbits. They are unpretentious, do not require much space, they can even be accustomed to cleanliness and to the toilets! Deciding to bring a rabbit into the house, read some of the rules of care and maintenance of these animals.

Instruction

Until the animal used to people, treat him with extreme caution. Children under 7-8 years should not be trusted to care for rabbits.

Check the condition of the teeth and claws of the pet. Put that in a cage of tree branches, and nail trim special forceps.

The rabbit cage should be spacious enough put two litter box and an automatic drinking bowl (regular rabbits are often upset). Protect the animal from drafts and direct sunlight. Once a week the home of the rabbit, you have to wash the trays well is disinfected after each use.

Periodically let go of the rabbit "walk" and exercise, because in the wild the animals are actively moving.

Provide pet clean fresh water and hay. Take rabbit new vegetables and fruits, keep in mind, these animals are very sensitive to pesticides. Do not feed the animal eared wet grass and hay, it can cause bloating, which is very dangerous for the health of rabbits.

Every three months preventive treatment of internal and external parasites and for protection against dangerous diseases make special vaccinations. It is desirable in this case to apply to a certified veterinary clinic.

Bathing a rabbit is not recommended, however, in some cases, you can wash your feet. If there is the need to wash the rabbit entirely, try not to soak the lugs, and after bathing, thoroughly dry the animal.

Note

If in the apartment there is a dog or other large animal, think carefully about whether to have fragile decorative rabbit. The hunting instinct of the animal, a much larger size than a rabbit, can Wake up at any moment.

Useful advice

Rabbits live 5 to 7 years, provided that they created the right conditions for life. Provide proper animal nutrition and care, and a true friend will delight you with their presence for many years.

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