Thinking of getting a rabbit?
Contrary to common belief, rabbits are not a cheap, easy option. They require a lot of care and attention to keep them happy and healthy. Rabbits can live for 8-10 years, so they are a long-term commitment. Before you make your decision, it is important to consider the following:
* Not all rabbits are friendly. Many will kick, scratch and bite, and they are not suitable as pets for young children. Given time and commitment, however, they can be very interesting and rewarding companions for adults or for families with older children.
* Rabbits are sociable creatures and should not be expected to live solitary lives. They are usually happiest living in pairs (neutered male and female combinations seem to work best) or they can even live in groups. A single rabbit will need lots of attention from its human companion. It is extremely cruel to keep a rabbit in solitary confinement in a hutch at the bottom of your garden. You wouldn’t do it to a dog or cat, so why treat a rabbit this way? NB: Rabbits and guinea pigs should not be housed together.
http://tuftyfund.org.uk/getting_a_rabbit.html
