I am thinking of getting a rabbit but need to know a few things first…?

I’m very keen on having a rabbit or two as pets.
However I’m terrified I would get it killed straight away because I have never had a rabbit before, just hamsters and fish (!) and would be scared of getting anything wrong.

So those of you who are rabbit owners, please help….

1) I need to know how best to fox-proof both hutches and runs. Are they already fox-proofed if you buy them or do I need to put extra fences around them or what?

2) Is there anywhere in Gloucestershire where I can buy a hutch and a run that don’t cost £100?!?!?! They all seem to be so expensive!

3) Although I have been researching myself, any basic tips you’ve found most useful would be much appreciated

Any useful website links would also be welcomed. Thank you
xx

it depends on the hutch and run. some do not have the right wires around them. but here is a link. this website sells hutches with Fox proof Grills, much stronger than Chicken Wire.
Guinea Pig hutches are made to the highest standards.
Weather resistant roof coverings.
Easy to follow assembly instructions.
12mm Tounge and Groove.
Flat packed for easy home assembly, all tools supplied.

http://www.bitsforpets.com/guinea_pig_hutches.php

basic tips:
do’s and dont’s:
don’t keep a rabbit with guinea pigs.

- Don’t try to fully bathe your rabbit

- Don’t chase your rabbit (to catch her/him) after letting your bunny out

- Don’t hold your rabbit in an incorrect manner (they are very delicate creatures)

- Don’t give your rabbit greens that aren’t fresh

- Don’t feed him/her a strictly kibble (or vegetable) diet or give him/her a sudden change in diet

- Don’t neglect to give your rabbit a constant supply of fresh water and hay, which is important for their digestive system

- Don’t strike or shout at your rabbit if he/she has misbehaved, rabbits don’t understand this kind of punishment

- And don’t ever go a day with out cuddling with your bunny and spending quality time with him/her for a lasting companionship!

do’s:
Give your rabbit a toy to keep her/him occupied

- Let her/him have time to run around every once in a while

- Clean her/his cage at least 2-3 times a week, or whenever it needs it

- Clip your rabbits nails monthly

- Give you bunny something to chew on, which diverts your bunnys chewing habits from that expensive new couch you got last month

- And always Give you rabbit lots of love!!!

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