Carla, some rabbits can live as long as twelve years, but 6-8 years seems to be more common. Bigger bunnies seem to live shorter lives than smaller ones, and the two I had before Cadbury were not long-lived at all, about two and four years. They were rescues, though, and I had no way of knowing their exact age when I got them or what they had been through before.
In most cases, rabbits and toddlers aren't a good mix. Every child is unique, though, and so is every rabbit. Here's a great place to learn more about the needs and habits of domestic rabbits: http://www.rabbit.org/
If you still think a rabbit would be a good addition to your household, I recommend working with a local rescue group to find one that's being fostered. The foster "mom" will be able to tell you about the bunny's habits and personality so you can be sure you're getting one that will be happy interacting with a child. Some bunnies are rather grumpy!
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Nice 'tocks Cadbury!
I see Cadbury's adoratail!!! he's very much camouflaged with the trousers, or is he hiding?
I have no idea what Cadbury thought he was doing in there, but I told Dan he should stop leaving his clothes lying about!
ok, thats pretty cute.
and Ive been so tempted as of late to get the Toddler a bunny.
They live for a LONG TIME yes?
15 years?
Barely......he is one funny bun!
Carla, some rabbits can live as long as twelve years, but 6-8 years seems to be more common. Bigger bunnies seem to live shorter lives than smaller ones, and the two I had before Cadbury were not long-lived at all, about two and four years. They were rescues, though, and I had no way of knowing their exact age when I got them or what they had been through before.
In most cases, rabbits and toddlers aren't a good mix. Every child is unique, though, and so is every rabbit. Here's a great place to learn more about the needs and habits of domestic rabbits: http://www.rabbit.org/
If you still think a rabbit would be a good addition to your household, I recommend working with a local rescue group to find one that's being fostered. The foster "mom" will be able to tell you about the bunny's habits and personality so you can be sure you're getting one that will be happy interacting with a child. Some bunnies are rather grumpy!
I think Cadbury is a natty casual dresser! And if Dan left his pants lying around our house, some bunny might leave a little hole in a critical area.
And Carla, if you're reading this, add to "grumpy" that buns can be destructive and very expensive to care for vet-wise.
Maybe he thought he could sneak out if he were disguised? Smart bun!
I see a bunny bum!!!
Found you!
That's too cute!
Perhaps it's Cadbury's way of telling you bipeds that HE wears the pants in the family now.... :)
Ha ha!!
p.s Got my recovery socks. Size small fit great!
Check for holes!
Good lesson on toddlers and bunns!
There goes Cadbury Kottontail, hoppin down the britches trail!
Wowie kazowie, yur my soul brutha fur SURE! I'm always gettin in my Daddy's britches.
Kittyhugs and purrs from MaoMao!
Camouflage bun! Is Cadbury having a go at camping? He looks like he's trying to make a tent out of Dan's pants hee hee!!
I spot a tell tail clue :D
hilarious!! my friend tania (24 carrot Ln) told me about you....finally!
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