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10 Ways to Celebrate Rabbit Week, Part II

By sarajean on 7/16/10 5:56pm
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6. Take Care of Your Current Pet Rabbit

Have you ever had your rabbit checked out by a vet or vaccinated? Do you let him or her have plenty of bouncing play time, and sweet carrot treats to eat? If not, now is a great time to start doing so. Many people do not think of rabbits like cats and dogs, but they do have many similar needs. People who raise rabbits to sell should also make sure they provide proper food, shelter, and care, as well as safe, clean breeding boxes. You can learn more about rabbit issues here, and you can schedule an appointment with your local veterinarian to make a plan of action for your rabbit’s health needs.

5. Learn All About Rabbits

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10 Ways to Celebrate Rabbit Week

By sarajean on 7/16/10 5:54pm
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This week, it’s time for our long-eared, whiskered friends to get some recognition! Whether you’ve kept rabbits as pets, get giddy over seeing them in the wild, or simply admire them from afar, if you love the critters, you might want to take part in Rabbit Week. Here are 10 ways to celebrate.

10. Don’t Eat Rabbits

That’s a given! To celebrate rabbits, if you normally eat them—or were thinking about it—how about joining them this week instead and munching on some sweet, yummy carrots? They’re packed with nutrients (hello, vitamin A) and if Bugs eats them, there’s got to be some appeal, right? Dip them in your favorite dressing, or jazz them up with something sweet, like yogurt.

9. Adopt a Rabbit

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Help Stop Pocket Pets From Being Crushed to Death

By sarajean on 5/22/10 8:40pm
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I’d like to think that the majority of us would never step on a little hamster, kitten, guinea pig, or other small animal just for the fun of it—or to sell it to people who supposedly get off on such things. I would love to believe this. It would help me sleep better at night. Sadly, I cannot believe this, since the practice continues to occur—and I cannot believe that there is virtually nothing being done to stop it, either.

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Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month

By sarajean on 1/28/10 3:54pm
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If you thought the only time of the year reserved for bunnies was Easter, you’re wrong! February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month, a time you might consider providing a home for a shelter rabbit or baby bunny.

The Education Director of House Rabbit Society, Mary Cotter, says, “Promoting adoption and educating potential adopters early in the year helps to prevent the impulse purchase of bunnies a month or two later at Easter.” It takes time and effort to care for a rabbit, just as with any other pet, and people should be aware of the responsibilities involved.

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Fun with Guinea Pigs

By sarajean on 7/12/09 8:56pm
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If your young child has been begging for a dog or a cat, why not start out with a guinea pig? It’s furry and loveable enough to be a better companion than fish, yet easier to care for—and often gentler—than dogs and cats. Then, once he or she has a knack for caring for the little guy, a graduation to a bigger pet could be granted. Just remember that as the parent, you will continue to be the primary caregiver—which means you’ve got to supervise your child in caring for his or her new friend.

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Furry, Funny, Friendly Ferrets

By sarajean on 6/28/09 9:17pm
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If you’re looking for a fun, active pet that’s fairly easy to care for, a ferret is an excellent choice. We’ve had several ferrets over the years, and they were definitely among my favorite pets. Even older ferrets can be excitable, curious creatures that will never cease entertaining you—or themselves.

Ferrets are cousins of the weasel family; they are also related to skunks and otters, which makes their unique, musky scent unsurprising. Domestic mammals, ferrets are long and furry critters that come in a range of colors, from white to brown to black to mixed colors. They weight less than five pounds and can live up to ten years.

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Sugar Bears as Pets

By sarajean on 6/7/09 4:06pm
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Though not really bears, sugar bears are just as likely to tug at your heart as a teddy bear might. Also known as sugar gliders, these tiny Australian marsupials’ scientific name is Petaurus breviceps (literally, “short-headed rope-dancer”).

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