What do you need to know before buying a rabbit?

Rabbits have such a cute and fluffy face and it's almost impossible to resist. In fact, every child wants a rabbit at some point, but that doesn't mean it's a stuffed animal. In addition, rabbits like all pets have needs. It takes time to take care of him and you shouldn't assume that children always do. To help you we have listed 10 most important tips for buying a rabbit!

1. I want a rabbit

Rabbits are so cute that almost all babies want one at some point. Great fun of course! They are very sweet friends, are fun to watch and love to be petted. Even if the children say they will take care of it, they still need adult supervision in taking care of it. A rabbit needs food and water every day, and the hutch needs to be cleaned regularly.

What to do when you go on vacation? You can take it with you, rabbits easily get used to the carrier and harness so as to follow his family wherever he goes, or you can entrust him to a friend or relative.

With proper care, your rabbit can live up to ten years.

2. Nutrition

At the base of the rabbit's diet, there is hay, a very important food that must be given every day. Rabbits have continuously growing teeth and chewing hay helps keep them even. Dry food must be of good quality and should be given once a day. Rabbits also love green food, but with vegetables you shouldn't overdo it, you can occasionally give them fennel, carrots, apples, celery, clovers ( never wet or cold from the fridge ). The foods to be strictly avoided are: cereals, carbohydrates, foods of animal origin, sweets, tomatoes, potatoes and food for rodents not specific for rabbits.

3. Housing

To begin with, a rabbit needs a cage. You obviously want the hutch to look good, but the most important thing is that it is large enough for the rabbit to be able to move around inside. In setting up the cage you will also need a drinking bottle, a food bowl, a hay rack and toys to keep him from getting bored while you are at work and the children at school.

4. Treatment

Rabbits should be fed daily, given fresh water and their cage changed regularly , at least once a week.
If you keep your rabbit outdoors you will need to check that the cage or enclosure is not damaged by the rabbit itself or by bad weather.
The rabbit must be brushed especially in spring and autumn when they change their hair.
Make sure your rabbit has enough hay to gnaw so his teeth don't grow too large, as they grow throughout his life!
Her nails also need to be trimmed from time to time.

5. Instruction

Rabbits are generally easy to train, but this requires attention. Most rabbits do not like being picked up because they see it as if they have been caught by a predator and will try to escape. In the beginning it is best to sit or lie on the floor next to him to caress him , when you have gained his trust he will also be picked up.

6. Caution

Rabbits need attention or they will feel lonely. Most rabbits like to be petted.
Pamper your rabbit every day to keep him happy . Rabbits are diurnal animals so they sleep at night and are active during the day, unlike other rodents they will not keep you awake at night and you can enjoy their company throughout the day.

7. Reproduction

Rabbits love to be with other rabbits, so if you decide to get two you need to get a cage that is spacious enough to accommodate them both.
Couples of rabbits do not always get along well, if so once they reach sexual maturity, our advice is sterilization, for a more peaceful and stress-free coexistence. Mating rabbits requires a lot of attention and sometimes the supervision of a veterinarian.

8. Health

A healthy rabbit is lively with responsive eyes. His coat must be shiny and his ears, mouth and eyes clean. A healthy rabbit's droppings are hard and dry and his butt is clean. In order not to make him sick, avoid air conditioning that is too cold which could cause him dysentery and places that are too hot which cause heatstroke, sometimes fatal. If you have any concerns about his health, always pay a visit to the vet.

9. Safety

Rabbits gnaw, be careful they can't get to the cables. This can lead to dangerous situations. So keep an eye on your rabbit and let it run free only in safe places . Never leave your rabbit alone with other pets or small children. If you let your rabbit paw out, always make sure it doesn't get a chance to escape out of the garden and don't leave it unattended, it could attract the attention of some wild predator.

10. Movement

A rabbit needs exercise. This way he stays healthy and won't get bored. If a rabbit is bored, he can nibble on the hutch.
If you can, let your rabbit walk around the house, or if the season allows for outdoors with a leash. It is best to leave him out of his cage for at least 1 hour each day, if this is not possible then he will need a larger cage. To keep your bunny busy there are all sorts of fun toys for sale in our Pet department.

Where else but Hypergreen can you find everything for your fluffy rabbit?

Come and visit us to get to know the little friends ready to be part of your family, with us you will also find everything you need for its care: indoor and outdoor cages, high quality hay and feed, games and much more!