What is the downside of owning a rabbit?
Drawbacks/Misconceptions of Rabbit ownership Bunnies can be destructive if they do not get enough mental enrichment and owners should take care to bunny-proof their home to avoid chewing on wires and furniture. The short answer is that rabbits can be high maintenance, but it largely depends on the owner’s expectations and commitment.Rabbits can make great companions. They’re quiet, clean, gentle, affectionate, can use litter trays and even be trained. As they have long lifespans, they’re also a big commitment, requiring high quality care, routine vet visits and constant attention.Rabbits will groom each other to show love and dominance If you see more than one rabbit living together, you might notice that they will often lick each other. This is a grooming behavior for rabbits. They will lick each other to help out with mutual grooming, strengthening their bond as a rabbit family.
What are the weaknesses of the rabbit?
Biological & behavioural weaknesses Rabbits are also highly susceptible to predators and disease. In Australia, their most significant predators include feral cats, foxes and dingoes. Two of the most deadly diseases to rabbits are myxomatosis and rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD, formerly known as calicivirus). Rabbits are healthiest when they have lots of space to run, jump, play and interact with you. Make sure any room your rabbit visits is “bunny-proofed. Hide electrical wires, remove toxic house plants, block any small spaces you don’t want them to squeeze into and supervise to prevent unwanted chewing or digging.