My family recently adopted a pet rabbit, and I'm not sure how to properly care for it. Can you tell me what kind of food, housing, and other care it needs?
My family recently adopted a pet rabbit, and I'm not sure how to properly care for it. Can you tell me what kind of food, housing, and other care it needs?
user
Rabbits are herbivores, so they need a high-fiber diet of hay, fresh vegetables and fruit (such as apples and carrots) every day. They also need unfenced timothy or grass hay available at all times, because their Digestive tracts are very fragile; a small amount of rabbit chow mixed with fresh greens can be given once or twice a day. A clean bowl of water should be provided at all times and the housing environment must allow ample space to support their active hopping behavior. In addition, adult rabbits need some space outdoor access since they enjoy being outdoors, while young baby bunnies will need protective indoor housing and regular interaction with their human companions during playtime to ensure proper social development.
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My family recently adopted a pet rabbit, and I'm not sure how to properly care for it. Can you tell me what kind of food, housing, and other care it needs?
user
Rabbits are herbivores, so their diet should consist of grasses, hay, and other rabbit-specific pellets. It is important to provide enough space for the rabbit to move around and roam. The housing should provide a place to sleep and nest as well as enough space for them to exercise. Finally, rabbits need regular grooming and checking for signs of illness or infection by a veterinarian.
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