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BEFORE YOU
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The following articles
provide a wealth of information to help you decide whether a rabbit is the
"right" pet for you. Rabbits can make wonderful companions - but they are not
for everyone. They are "not" easy, inexpensive pets, and often do not work well
with small children. Read on before you make the decision to add a rabbit companion to
your family. If interested in
adopting,
please
complete our Adoption Application Form.
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Are You the Right Kind of Person to Live With a
Rabbit?
Are you patient, like to sit
on the floor, and not fussy about your furniture? These are some of the characteristics of
a "rabbit person." Learn more in this
informative article.
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12 Things to Consider Before You Adopt
Who will be the primary caretaker? Are you prepared to care for a rabbit for its lifespan
of 10 or more years? This list includes a dozen questions to answer for yourself before
you adopt.
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Rabbits and Children - Are They
a Good Mix?
Are you planning to get a rabbit for your children? Do you expect caring
for the rabbit to be your child's responsibility? If so, learn the "real story"
about rabbits and children.Guinea pigs and rats often make much better pets for
children. To see rescued guinea pigs and rats, who are available for adoption, please
visit Wee Companions.
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Keeping Company with Rabbits
What's a rabbit really like? How
to communicate with our furry friends. |
Indoors Versus Outdoors
HRS recommends you keep your
rabbit companion indoors. Learn why. |
Great Housing Ideas!
Wondering how to set-up your
bunny's new home? Where to place it; whether to use a cage or a pen? We've got great ideas
for you!
Benefits of Pen Living
Check out this alternative to housing your rabbit in a cage.
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Teachers, are you Thinking of
Getting a Rabbit for your Classroom?
Read this article to learn
about rabbits in the classroom and things you should think about before bringing a bunny
to school. |
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Kids 'n' Bunnies 
A coloring book to help you teach
children about living with a house rabbit. In PDF format. Don't have
Adobe Acrobat Reader? Download it free here. |
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Want to learn about caring for a rabbit?
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Behavior
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Did you find this information useful?
If so, join San Diego HRS for just $15 a year
or $25 for two years, and get
more great diet tips, health information, fun stories, and much more in our quarterly
newsletter, the San Diego Rabbit News!
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