{"id":9469,"date":"2024-03-25T16:09:29","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T16:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9469"},"modified":"2024-03-25T16:09:29","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T16:09:29","slug":"5-common-pet-rabbit-myths-misconceptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/5-common-pet-rabbit-myths-misconceptions\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Pet Rabbit Myths &#038; Misconceptions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9474 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1.png\" alt=\"A close-up of a pet rabbit.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Adopting a new pet is a commitment that requires follow-through and responsibility. This is why prospective adopters should thoroughly research their new pet before beginning the adoption process. If your family is considering adopting a pet rabbit, we encourage you to read these common pet rabbit myths and misconceptions to ensure you are prepared to become a bunny parent!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\">In March of 2024, Kelsey with <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW31998691 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mncompanionrabbit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW31998691 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\"> (MCRS), a local 501c3 nonprofit, joined us for a Facebook Live to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\">debunk<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31998691 BCX8\"> these myths and misconceptions about pet rabbits. You can watch the video replay or read a summary of Kelsey\u2019s responses below.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F950715166422149%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Myth: Rabbits are great Easter gifts.<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">Unfortunately, people continue to believe that a pet rabbit is an acceptable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\"> Easter <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">surprise<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">!<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">In the past year, MCRS rescued many domestic rabbits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\"> that were found abandoned<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">. Not always, but often, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">abandoned rabbits result from the practice of giving rabbits as Easter presents; once the new owner realizes that rabbits can be complex, challenging pets, they release<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\"> the pet rabbit outside.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\"> MCRS wants <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">people to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\"> know that pet rabbits are much more than just something to provide for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">Easter<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148188817 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148188817 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW218930149 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218930149 BCX8\">Myth: Rabbits are amazing pets for kids.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW218930149 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Younger children will not be able to care for a rabbit by themselves. Rabbits can be great pets for older children, but only if there is a parent or an adult directly supervising the interactions and monitoring the pet\u2019s health. Here are a few reasons why:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rabbits are prey animals, so they tend to hide their illness or injuries. An adult will be better able to detect subtle changes that may indicate something is wrong.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">As prey animals, rabbits are more nervous than other types of pets. They likely won\u2019t come right up to you or express affection in the way that dogs and cats do.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Small children aren\u2019t careful at picking up animals, and rabbits need to be handled in a very specific way to avoid injury. For example, if you don\u2019t restrain a rabbit\u2019s back legs, they can kick and badly injure their spines.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s not realistic to expect a child to perform all of a pet\u2019s care duties. Small children can certainly assist, but cleaning a cage, ensuring the rabbit is eating, and providing the proper amount of socialization is too challenging for a young child alone.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rabbits tend to get grouped with guinea pigs or rodents. And while they are small mammals, too, they are more intelligent than other small mammals and require more space. Often, pet rabbits free-roam the house and are litter-box trained.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9471 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3-1.png\" alt=\"A woman holding her pet rabbit.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3-1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW112617852 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW112617852 BCX8\">Myth: Bunnies love to cuddle.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW112617852 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bunnies are soft and cute and certainly seem tailor made for cuddling! But while humans may love to snuggle a soft, fluffy rabbit, the feeling isn\u2019t always mutual! Pet rabbits often don\u2019t enjoy cuddling and snuggling. Again, they are prey animals. When they\u2019re getting lifted off the ground, their instincts tell them a predator has caught them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instead, a rabbit will likely prefer that you spend time on the ground, at their level. Rabbits can be affectionate, loyal pets who love their humans. But when it comes to cuddling, you&#8217;ll need to do so on their terms.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sometimes, you will need to pick up your rabbit for necessary things like nail trims, vet appointments, or emergencies, so it is important to know how to properly handle your rabbit. In general, they don\u2019t like to be scooped up or cradled like a baby. It\u2019s all about respecting your bun\u2019s boundaries!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9472 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4-2.png\" alt=\"A rabbit in an outdoor enclosure surrounded by hay.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW259566058 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259566058 BCX8\">Myth: Rabbits can be outdoor pets.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW259566058 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many of us have seen a backyard rabbit hutch. However, rabbits aren\u2019t meant to be outdoor pets. Here are just a few reasons why:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">They are sensitive to temperature extremes, especially heat (even as low as the high 70\u2019s).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Outside, they are more prone to dangers like flystrike, parasites like fleas and ticks, and diseases.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">They are more vulnerable to predators including dogs, cats, foxes, and birds of prey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keep in mind that rabbits can get so frightened just by seeing or hearing a predator that it can cause them high anxiety and stress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">They are separated from their companions (you \u2013 their people) and that doesn\u2019t provide them with the best bond.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW75324674 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75324674 BCX8\">Myth: A pet rabbit can survive like a wild bunny if no longer wanted.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW75324674 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No, they\u2019re not like wild bunnies. Since they\u2019re prey animals, they\u2019re sitting ducks if left to fend for themselves outside. If you decide you can no longer care for your pet, surrender them to an organization like MCRS or another rabbit rescue.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Obviously though, a pound of prevention is worth an ounce of cure! Don\u2019t acquire a rabbit in the first place without knowing exactly what&#8217;s required of you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9475 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-2.png\" alt=\"A close-up of a pet rabbit.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW156458431 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW156458431 BCX8\">More things to consider before adopting a pet rabbit:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW156458431 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They often live 8-12 years, sometimes longer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They require a safe habitat.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">You will need to rabbit-proof <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">r home<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">, especially if you let your rabbit free-roam. They can be litter box trained! But <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">you\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\"> have to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">prevent cord-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">chewing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">and ingestion of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\"> toxic plants, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">as well as other potential hazards.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW82898793 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW82898793 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW92264988 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92264988 BCX8\">They require enrichment.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW92264988 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266360863 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266360863 BCX8\">You can teach your rabbit agility or tricks!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW266360863 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW153898707 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW153898707 BCX8\">They <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW153898707 BCX8\">require<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW153898707 BCX8\"> regular veterinary care<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW153898707 BCX8\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW153898707 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your family veterinarian will notice any lumps or bumps, and thoroughly examine your rabbit\u2019s mouth and back teeth to check for overgrowth. Your rabbit will also need annual vaccines, including for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/six-things-rabbit-owners-need-to-know-about-rabbit-hemorrhagic-disease-virus-rhdv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">RHDV2<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll also want to make sure your rabbit is eating and pooping regularly.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">GI <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">tasis is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">very dangerous<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">condition <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">whe<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">rein<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\"> a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">rabbit stops<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\"> eating. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">E<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">ven 8-12 hours without food is a big concern. If you notice your rabbit has stopped eating, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">this condition<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">warrants<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\"> a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">n emergency<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\"> trip to the<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">vet<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40232437 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40219470 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40219470 BCX8\">Spaying\/Neutering<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW40219470 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">Most rabbit rescues<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> like MCRS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> will spay\/neuter rabbits <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">prior to adoption as<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> rabbits hav<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">e <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">a high ri<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">sk<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> of reproductiv<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">e <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">cance<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">rs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">Rabbits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> are also hormonal animals<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">, and young rabbits<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">in particular <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">can<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> be very territorial<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">. It is also not unusual for unspayed\/unneutered rabbits to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> \u201curine spray<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">\u201d lung<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">e at people,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\"> or bit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80348823 BCX8\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW80348823 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9473 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5-1.png\" alt=\"Two bunnies snuggling on a bed together.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5-1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Before adopting a pet rabbit, do your research to ensure a rabbit is the right fit for your family. We encourage talking to organizations like MCRS, as well as a family veterinarian that sees rabbits.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Seeking veterinary care for your avian or exotic pet? All of our local veterinary partners who see small mammals are listed on our website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Faercmn.com%2Fabout-us%2Flocally-owned%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR09SdikCQumxhnAU2uCG6HVulkOBYMzXVest-mR32CgVPhKZUU8g2mGCE8_aem_AeiVLxOoEtWG_4-qp21q6ONeotOb6vlnAiMvyg2YjTMcEDBJ5BVYFZKxx1RjLQCfNB2JVkKqQW8w8PdU5T2_PtbI&amp;h=AT1y2CS2vFkTL0mPWAPkD6XGlnLuK_J0tBcikCZdYrdIguDBMMqxdyrk5s5NlPSiwS82AJYNSKypxs7_Ltoq7HrYqB6guOKAj3GZAxFL8OLeMAYQZMQElL0QGl2yp1X1cs9K&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3Sxzi7gjaKtVmQiSRL8hYXRblQxVwyqK875IJVCMDCmqDuNNEEkQghDehkMSdDYIovpNnz3nF14dNFS3CM_yrlNoW9te5GHzdD0KCYPS6-nHK3fZPsKf9J4VNThONeBOVXzfRZuYnFUlg2OITA_DuyGjonj65j85rtirZNAN4s2hjaKh63mkxiXnmIZ71Jl3JrsMt9F61I8rr54MbNUlq8qf-xC_cxUVs66A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/about-us\/locally-owned\/<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Need referral care for your avian or exotic pet? You can set up an appointment with our Avian &amp; Exotic Medicine Service. Learn more here: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Faercmn.com%2Fveterinary-services%2Favian-exotic-medicine%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2BjDJEpQ8kWQwEn0Dkuohb4ABOztsbG4So3UUIXmnbGwD5JEolsht6xYg_aem_AegDCOZvPU5Y3MuNcNht1ypY6CG07a_lPIGTPezL6_5lGQCdp-pEakjZ14sWHMINFCc_c4VHsOQjw6rEgrPIOkiV&amp;h=AT33eQpZZARwrb3v4nVjaKExjqaDdEyyJO91DRtxlFrj7c7s63vTGi8R53ggJf8w6g-jRLR1y86-7rIvPe3Lz1axqdqw4XfMEHWNOdR-IWkFPW_XbsPEvlB3aDR-PgZJM5M2&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3Sxzi7gjaKtVmQiSRL8hYXRblQxVwyqK875IJVCMDCmqDuNNEEkQghDehkMSdDYIovpNnz3nF14dNFS3CM_yrlNoW9te5GHzdD0KCYPS6-nHK3fZPsKf9J4VNThONeBOVXzfRZuYnFUlg2OITA_DuyGjonj65j85rtirZNAN4s2hjaKh63mkxiXnmIZ71Jl3JrsMt9F61I8rr54MbNUlq8qf-xC_cxUVs66A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/veterinary-services\/avian-exotic-medicine<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">About MCRS:<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mncompanionrabbit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society<\/a> (MCRS) is a 501c3 nonprofit founded in 2002 to serve companion rabbits and their people through adoption and educational programming. They are an all-volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of companion rabbits by educating the public and assisting Twin Cities animal shelters. In 2023, 133 rabbits were adopted through MCRS, and they currently have 83 rabbits in foster care. You can help MCRS provide foster homes, supplies, and funds for veterinary care to rabbits in need by donating. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mncompanionrabbit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mncompanionrabbit.org.<\/a><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>More Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/minimizing-hazards-for-your-rabbit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Minimizing Hazards for Your Rabbit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/ten-must-haves-for-your-rabbits-first-aid-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Must-Have\u2019s for Your Rabbit\u2019s First Aid Kit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/head-tilts-in-rabbits-and-rodents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Head Tilts in Rabbits and Rodents: Common Causes &amp; More<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/six-things-rabbit-owners-need-to-know-about-rabbit-hemorrhagic-disease-virus-rhdv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6 Things Rabbit Owners Need to Know about RHDV<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/anesthesia-in-exotic-animals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anesthesia in Exotic Animals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7199 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/FINAL_Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-6.png\" alt=\"Avian &amp; Exotic Medicine Fast Track Triage\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/FINAL_Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-6.png 940w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/FINAL_Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-6-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=386676318023772179\" width=\"345\" height=\"618\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Adopting a new pet is a commitment that requires follow-through and responsibility. This is why prospective adopters should thoroughly research their new pet before beginning the adoption process. 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