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Some parents take hoem real little Easter Bunnies for their kids, could it be a bit like buying a dog for a christmas pressent or is it a different thing altogether?

Many children get real Easter bunnies for presents at Easter. Rabbits make good pets. They live up to ten years but need a lot of care and attention. Rabbits are not suitable for very young children as they are timid and cautious.

They have to be handled gently as they have very fragile bones that break easily. Pet rabbits can live indoors as they are social animals and enjoy company but they like to chew so keep electric wires, plants and carpets out of their reach. Rabbits living in hutches need a lot of time outside them to explore and exercise - please don't keep thenm couped up, they need to raom and graze! Rabbits learn to respond to their names.

They can be trained not to litter all over the house. Line their litter box with newspaper or grass hay but do not use cat litter clay. Plenty of water, grass hay and dark leafy vegetables like spinach and broccoli make ideal rabbit food. Be gentle when picking up and holding a rabbit. Do not pick it up by its ears. Hold it close to the body. If he struggles, put him down immediately. Rabbits do not need to be vaccinated but do need an annual visit to a vet for a check up and, possibly, vaccinations.

Their nails need to be clipped regularly. Their teeth need an appropriate surface to gnaw on. Rabbits, like dogs and cats, do fall sick. Get them pet insurance!