Rabbit Rescues See An Uptick In Intake Requests In Northern Colorado After Easter
As a rabbit owner myself (I know it’s sad, but I’ve had two kids grow up and move out, so cut me a break), I know how much goes into taking care of a rabbit. Her name is Ziggy, and she’s pretty chill. But she needs fresh food and water every day and lots of space to run. Owning any type of pet is a commitment, and rabbits are no different.
Believe it or not, a fairly solid percentage of people think adopting a rabbit just in time for Easter is a good idea. And don’t get me wrong, rabbits are so damn cute. They have tiny poops, and they’re fluffy. Nuff said.
But when Easter passes, the rubber hits the road because you have to actually take care of the furball. Again, I love Ziggy, but she can be a bit much sometimes.
Rocky Mountain House Rabbit Rescue wants adopters to know how much care a bunny requires before they commit to taking the animal home, because unfortunately, after Easter there’s a major uptick in rabbit surrenders.What do rabbits need to thrive
- A spacious area to get exercise and stretch those rabbit legs
- Fresh hay for dental care
- Fresh veggies and high-quality pellets
- Clean, fresh water
- Routine and continuous veterinary care
Too much of a commitment? Dominique Quinn-Brown, president of the board of directors for Rocky Mountain House Rabbit Rescue, which seems like the coolest job title ever, said the organization often sees a seasonal spike in intake requests following the spring holiday. What a bummer.
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