Rabbits

[Bunnylady]

I wish I could also foster dogs but with the three resues I have they will not let me lol I have tried to get other dogs but they are just not having it lol

There comes a point where they have to be concerned about whether you can adequately care for all that you have.

Y'know, I saw a thing on our local news recently about the proverbial "emotional support" animal. Basically, it said that, too many times, the person who is so emotionally fragile that they need an animal to hold them together is really not even capable of seeing to their own needs, let alone those of a pet. Before long, you have two distressed individuals in that home instead of just one. Often, they have to rescue the animal, and it is such a physical and emotional wreck that it becomes unadoptable after that.

I'm sure it's no judgement on you, but the rescues know that there are a lot of people out there who claim to be rescues, but what they really are is hoarders. They want to make sure their animals don't go into situations like that, so watching the numbers is one way they can head that off.

 

[ShrekDawg]

I know there are soooo many it's hard to choose I have a full blood German shepherd and lab mix and a Chihuahua mix but I love all dogs lol.

Exactly! Lol so hard to choose. I want a bunch of herding breeds and shepherds and huskies lol like i want GSD, white shepherd, white swiss shepherd, Australian shepherd, english shepherd, boston terrier, westie, border terrier, cairn terrier, rat terrier, lab, golden, Goldendoodle, siberian husky, alaskan husky, some spaniels, possibly nova scotia duck tolling retriever, Leonberger, Newfoundland, maybe Belgian Malinois or other Belgian Shepherd variety, maybe Border Collie. Soooo many breeds LOL

 

[chickenmama109]

Exactly! Lol so hard to choose. I want a bunch of herding breeds and shepherds and huskies lol like i want GSD, white shepherd, white swiss shepherd, Australian shepherd, english shepherd, boston terrier, westie, border terrier, cairn terrier, rat terrier, lab, golden, Goldendoodle, siberian husky, alaskan husky, some spaniels, possibly nova scotia duck tolling retriever, Leonberger, Newfoundland, maybe Belgian Malinois or other Belgian Shepherd variety, maybe Border Collie. Soooo many breeds LOL

That us a hard one lol good luck picking one they are all so cute lol

 

[ShrekDawg]

That us a hard one lol good luck picking one they are all so cute lol

I know right? Lol I think lab or golden is best for me atm though

Oh and I also love Papillion, shih tzu, havanese, bichon frise, and maltipoo lol

 

[ShrekDawg]

I think chickenmama meant the dogs won't let her get more, not the rescue.

 

[chickenmama109]

I think chickenmama meant the dogs won't let her get more, not the rescue.

Yes that is what I meant but bunnyladie is right some people do that I'm sure

 

[chickenmama109]

Here are all of my rescues the lab is Gracie and shepherd is lilly and the Chihuahua is Einstein

 

[Bunnylady]

Yes that is what I meant but bunnyladie is right some people do that I'm sure

It's really sad when an animal has to be rescued from a would-be rescuer, but it happens more than you'd think.

 

[chickenmama109]

It's really sad when an animal has to be rescued from a would-be rescuer, but it happens more than you'd think.

I know I just cant Believe what people do to animals

 

[Skye'sDucks]

Hi! I don't know if you're still looking for advice, nor did I really read all the replies to the thread. HOWEVER: I'd still love to give a few personal tips and experiences and hopefully keep this short. (And also hope that I'm not repeating anything)

I've had three bunnies, really. My mom got two a very long time ago when I was just a kid and didn't really take care of them. So realistically, I've been dealing with bunnies for about 8 years. (I've had my one bun, Lion, for that long too lol)

For feeding, you need to make sure they have unlimited timothy hay at all times. Other hays may be fine, but if its an older rabbit, stay away from alfalfa. Alfalfa is really only for rabbits about a year or two old or younger.

Pellets are more a supplement to them, really, then an actual food source. (they eat grasses and greens in the wild) I can't say the exact measurement, since I just use a random scoop and have learned what my own buns need, but I only give them pellets once a day in the morning.

As for veggies, I see lots of people giving their buns greens daily. I don't. They're more of a treat, especially since certain lettuces give my older bun (he's about 10) squishy poo, and fruits are high in sugars and should always be given sparingly.

As for living quarters, my buns are outside in a hutch. They're not as convenient to get at, but if they're close to your home, you can still have a good relationship with them! Unless you can't get outside that much. (You can also always bring them inside for brief periods of time, being certain that the bun is either house trained or good enough not to poo and pee)

Bunnies need exercise! If they can't run around your home, and regardless if they can, you could either try a pen (a dog pen works good) to set up in your yard or a harness and leash. I've never done the latter, and I know every bunny is different, so it depends if your bun would even tolerate that. But outside air is always good for them.

Rexes and Mini Rexes are adorable. I had a Mini Rex who had to be put down, and he got sick several times. Perhaps it was himself as an individual, but I also learned that Rexes are more prone to getting sore hocks. (A foot condition) So just a heads up there. (Peanut, my Mini Rex, had a minor case of this. It was more the fur got rubbed off his heels)

Sounds like you're looking for an entirely different breed, though, so you should be good.

Well, I'm hoping I helped a little bit, and I hope I didn't get too long winded.