MEET MY HIGHEST MAINTENANCE PET | KristenLeannimal

[@fishtick]

my first thought: it's a human child.

[@BelleSnow_]

duck reese they are worse. Lol

[@fishtick]

@@BelleSnow_ 😂😭😂😭 true lmao

[@michelleleon2491]

LMAO

[@allisasanders2217]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@zilolagulomova9417]

Judes Apollo lol ur correct

[@morgaynestaff1621]

I'm so glad you talked about rabbits, everyone thinks they are so easy and inexpensive 😭 I work at a pet store and I think I scare people away when I go in depth about their care😂 probably for the best though

[@andreaowens488]

Its better you scare them away then a rabbit go to the wrong home

[@madigoodwin9618]

people should always be informed about the animal they are wanting to purchase whether it changes their mind or not

[@Dominotje98]

Same here!

[@floralrex8079]

Dragonknight what information is wrong? From what I know it’s correct

[@floralrex8079]

I have had many people ask about them and tell them that they’re high maintenance and that they’re not the best pets for children under the age of 13 and to do lots of research before deciding to get one

[@LouiseMelrose]

Omgosh Kristen my 4 yr old daughter just walked up and looked at my tablet and said “mom is she a mermaid 🧜‍♀️?”.

[@kd7704]

I’m going to say the chameleon because the dude needs a fountain for his water 😂🦎

[@sarahcarrier5118]

So does my cat.

[@Lilith6.6]

First thing I thought

[@moonscar5636]

I've come into this video thinking chameleon as well-

[@Mellovesdeep25]

Chameleons are so much work for little to no affection in return so you really just have to have a heart for just giving them an awesome life

[@LittlePonyyXD]

Low key dying hair while making a video 😂

[@Ladytulipbug]

me: *thinking probably anything besides a rabbit right?* Kristen: It's a rabbit! Me: My bunny: Me: Well, I was wrong.

[@SilverFlame819]

Rabbits are literally one of the easiest pets ever.

[@brittanybounds9366]

Guinea pigs are super similar! I wish people knew how much work they really are! I don’t think either are good “kid pets!”

[@paigenorkus7047]

Brittany Bounds the only pet I think children should have are fish

[@christenbowen437]

Rats are good kid pets in my opinion.. just because I have had them for over 8 years

[@samanthavaldivia4560]

fr!! i work at a pet store where we currently have about 10 in store and we clean theri cages twice a day and oh my god they are always disgusting and i basically have to do a complete bed change each time i "spot" clean.

[@samanthavaldivia4560]

@@paigenorkus7047 honestly not really, it depends on the fish of course but they're actually quite expensive in terms of total cost. fish are very delicate and most people don't want to pay a lot for a fish so they don't get the right tank size for them. plus unless the parents are going to be invested as taking on the fish as theirs than go ahead because a small child will not know about water quality, proper diet, tank size, water changes, ect.. :/

[@abigailhandyside1522]

yesssss! I told my fiance that after our last guinea pig passes away we will not be getting more. While I love my guinea pigs and wouldn't change the fact I got them, they're so hard to care for. I feel like no matter how hard I try to give them the best and do the best I can, it's never perfect because things always come up with guinea pigs. They also have a whole world of medical issues that you need to keep a close eye on because they will go south very quickly. They definitely should not be considered a kid pet.

[@KristenLeannimal]

I'm loving reading your guesses here! hah

[@ashleyplumley6015]

Giiiiiirl. Seriously.

[@plaidpenguin1820]

Yo it’s gotta be the chameleon. But maybe it’s the...

[@missfoxcrochet]

Where did you get that houseplant pillow? It’s so cute! I really want one

[@BertSurl]

What pellets do you feed that have dried fruit? It sounds like you care about them a lot and any feed with dried fruit is known to be really unhealthy :/ Stall pellets are the same as the expensive pellets in the small bag.

[@brokolon2407]

BertSurl i think she gets a good pellet brand and adds the dried fruit herself

[@pandi5326]

I’ve had rabbits for a long time. A few hacks here - 1: Use the pelleted wood bedding (typical made for horses) in their litter pans, it’s cheaper and last way longer -2: buy the hay in BULK it’s sooooo much easier and cheaper -3: check to see if your local shelter spays/neuters rabbits, it can be wayyyy cheaper. My rabbits were $50 each vs $350 at the vet. -4: just let the bunny free roam in a room, you won’t have to buy a cage and they will be cheaper!! LOVE THIS VIDEO!!! 💕

[@floralrex8079]

Jessie Winn mine free roam my house 😂 I need to start charging them part of the rent😂😏

[@MandylovesGames]

I did the 4th one before I moved out of my parents' house! My mom didn't want him inside, so he was living in a hutch for a little while which I hated (I got him before I knew how dangerous this actually is, so learn from my mistake people and do your research before!). But I had my room rabbit-proofed for when he'd play in my room, and one night I was watching a video in bed while he was having playtime in my room and I fell asleep. He was just chilling when morning came and I sort of just moved him into my room. My mom just told me "if he ruins anything, then you're paying for it." There was never an issue haha ! And now he free roams my rabbit-proofed apartment whenever I'm awake and home. I just have him confined to a pretty large hallway when I'm not awake or home to supervise just for safety reasons.

[@pandi5326]

Mandyloves Games that’s how my rabbit became indoors!! My parents wouldn’t let me have her inside then I just slowly brought her in everyday for longer and longer and then boom she’s an indoor bunny! 😂

[@brittf8855]

You have no idea how many times you have helped me when it comes to animal care. The way you maintain your babies is so refreshing. I just love knowing that there are still good people out there that really do care. Thx love!

[@donnamcmanus7360]

I wish I had realized the baby bunny I found in my flowerbed after Easter needed a friend. He was amazingly smart & full of attitude--much more personality than I ever expected. Great advice for anyone considering a rabbit.

[@parisscott777]

This was in my suggestions. I LOVE animals and I ADORE you for caring, love and of your kindness in taking care of them. I’m now subscribed. ❤️

[@bl7228]

My first thought was it has to be the bunnies! My Holland lop requires so much time to care for.. but definitely worth it 🐰

[@cristinacarmela6684]

I love that you're casually just dying your hair, honestly a mood every day😂

[@moby325]

made me so happy seeing ur rabbits so happy and in a large outdoor play space but that its not kept out there 100% of the time- makes me heartbroken seeing the way most people treat their rabbits

[@beautyplayground]

I've literally been laughing for 5 mins at Peter Griffin's "who's texting me?" 😂😂😂

[@jack82650]

I have a room dedicated to my 2 rabbits, and finding a mate was a bit hard, before I could find my rabbit a mate I caught my cat going into the room everyday and playing with him 🥰❤ it was so sweet to watch

[@user-sl2fu6yl2h]

I'd like to see the Buying my pets whatever they touch/smell/want. But only if they wouldn't be too stressed out.

[@anneimogene1099]

ThANK YOU for talking about rabbits. I had two and they were no easy task. I miss them so much and the hard work I put in was always worth it but people never really believe me when I'd talk about all the things i had to buy and do for them. I did so much research and I'm so glad I was hopefully able to give my bunnies good lives.

[@ilikespookyshit1835]

I’d really like to see your whole rabbit setup!

[@lindsay-9635]

Yes! So glad somebody with a big audience is spreading awareness in this, my rabbits are SO high maintenance

[@moxiemoxen]

I had a rabbit when I was around 8 years old, and looking back I really wish my parents had done more for them. I kind of want to get one again and do better by them.

[@moonshyneart2840]

As someone who used to care for them, I gotta say the bunbuns. I think they're so high maintenance but so affectionate and loving.

[@puppykisses89]

OMG yes!!! Of all the animals I own, my American Rabbit is the most time-consuming and high-maintenance. I took him in as a rescue and he has definitely given me a run for my money

[@mackenziefriend8304]

unless it’s changed, it’s your rabbits! I remember you saying in either another pet video or on your insta story But we love Brixton, Olive and Penny 🐰 glad you are able to love and care for them the way you do !

[@rayray365]

No one: Not a single soul: Me ( references meme ): A CHILD

[@pansexualpatato7644]

YES

[@Debi_R]

I love that you do these videos. About a year or two ago I was going to get a bunny but after watching any video I could find on your channel I decided that wasn't a good choice because I would not be able to care for it properly. So thank you for your knowledge.

[@flickhall2213]

Leo. He seems like the cutest, high maintenance diva 🐩

[@chandell9545]

I’m so glad you brought this up. So many people don’t understand how much work rabbits are and the animals just suffer.

[@sarahmancera6146]

I love your videos so much Yesterday my iguana died and I don't know how, I couldn't stand the pain and watching your videos really helped me ❤️

[@deemariedubois4916]

Sarah Mancera I know this was months ago but I’m a new subscriber so just read your comment. Wanted to say I’m so sorry for your loss. Had to make you so sad. Hope you are feeling better now.

[@mkcheergrl12]

Someone broke into our garage when I was a kid where my white rabbit bun bun was and drop kicked him across our lawn in his cage and we came home to him having passed away. My dog trump who is a German Shorthaired pointer loved him and never went after him which was nice. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@Angelia359]

can we pleaaseee get a makeup tutorial on this look because I'm in obsessed!

[@noodlesauce2553]

Honestly, I just enjoy seeing you interact/feed the animals. I'm simple 😊

[@beardeddragons8721]

Can't wait to see the moving video!!! And I was shocked I was so sure you would be talking about your pantherchamaleon

[@sarahmyers60]

So like I wanna start a KZbin channel that is literally called “all the animals you SHOULDNT BUY FOR YOUR KIDS”

[@cryptic_cuties5875]

My green iguanas are my most high maintenance pet. Other than that my cats and children. Lol

[@tiffanygrey3]

Wow!! I never knew any of the info you shared about rabbits! I'm glad I seen your video because I actually considered getting my son a rabbit in place of a cat that has really become high maintenance lately. Thank you for doing this video.

[@Agetroh]

Rabbits waste so much food and water 😭 I’ve had two and they would make HUGE messes

[@paigenorkus7047]

hayley ortega are they dumping the bowls?

[@enhunter82]

Haha you're soooo right! My 2 make the biggest mess over and over!!!

[@Agetroh]

Paige Norkus Yes, they did. I don’t have them now I was a lot younger when I had them

[@imdatingurwaifu6265]

If you get ceramic bowls they can't tip them over

[@debora4331]

i always thought it was so weird that mine did that everyday !! omg 😭

[@jenniferstratton7880]

I have two bonded sister Mini Rex Buns. They are so awesome. Thank you for making this video… I think there are a lot of people out there that even with the best intentions go on uneducated about the proper care of rabbits.

[@obviouslydreadful9512]

Beautiful video on bunnies! They are so much work, but so worth it! They really do bond with you and it’s just something to treasure! Out bunnies free roam, bond with the cats and are just amazing! Care recommendations seem to vary youtuber to youTuber...site to site... which can be confusing to anyone who lacks personal experience. Please don’t get a bunny unless you’re ready to work for and with him or her. They aren’t easy! They aren’t Easter gifts. They aren’t for rough little kids unless you’re able to consistently and constantly watch and educate your child. Thanks for such a great video!!!❤️

[@Endless_Nameless6]

Been waiting for a video on this channel since you said it was coming. Good luck with the move and can’t wait to see what the future holds for this and your beauty channel 💚

[@kailar5173]

I subscribed. I'm glad someone else thinks rabbits are high maintenance also. I have a disabled rabbit and another with molor spurs. Lots of sleepless nights up when they go through stasis. Massages, gut motility meds every 12 hours, gas drops every 3 hours, and pain meds every 24 hours. Keeping them warm if giving sub q fluids and supplemental feeding. Plus they need as much room as a cat or dog.

[@jaspurrmeowzers5876]

We have 2 rabbits and a room in the house dedicated for them. I would also add that they chew on everything and they specialize in cord destruction, especially the tasty charger cords. We also let ours outside in a pen for rumpus time, but since the recent RHDV-2 outbreak, our hoppers are under quarantine just like us.

[@emilyr1587]

Most of this is true for guinea pigs too! They are not a giant hamster 😤😂

[@cactuskai8756]

Hamsters also require more care than most people think aha

[@thedailytrashchannel3035]

I’ve had both. They aren’t easy but I think my lizards are harder.

[@kristyw89]

No animal is EASY if you're doing it correctly

[@paigek409]

I actually find guinea pigs to be pretty easy to care for, personally.

[@TrueBeelzebub]

paige k you might be doing it wrong

[@alixxr1101]

DO ANOTHER DOLLAR STORE HAUL FOR YOUR RATS NOOWWWWWWW

[@xxsadiemichellexx458]

loving that profile 🙂

[@yupthisismevlogs1710]

Yasssss

[@urmom5526]

Artist_Gamer Kid don’t be rude

[@alixxr1101]

Dude can’t you take a joke? I was saying that sort of in a joking way.

[@bex3814]

Richard Branson's book is one of my favorites. I read it while I was in school for business and have kept it for years. That man is a business genius! I miss my bunny everyday. I rescued Pumpernickle while I was in college and he was the absolute best.

[@TxBreeze06]

We loved our Oreo. She was the best. We had her cage in the livingroom which was left open during the day and she had the run of the house. She got along great with our dogs and cat. We were heartbroken when she passed. She was 7yrs old

[@brittanycrocker9742]

How did I know it was rabbits?! Because I’ve got them and they are a handful, always cleaning, always feeding! 😝 but I love them!

[@raquelsexotics1398]

I have 2 rabbits, ( Male Holland Lop, and a Female Holland Lop+Rex Mix) and for me they are really easy to care for. Here’s what I do: -I just buy hay in a 25lb. Bulk and it’s about $35 on amazon. -I also buy pellets in bulk, it’s $15 and comes in 40lb. Bag. -I also use a 40lb. Bag of pine horse stall bedding at tractor supply for $5 -both of my rabbits have a DIY cage made out of C&C Grids, which I held together With zip ties, and it’s great because you can make it as big as you like. I also have an X-pen (large dog pen) that I use as a cage as well. Just some tips that I do ❤️

[@MandylovesGames]

Thank you for making this! So many people think this is an easy pet to take care of, but that's far from the truth!!! P.S. I'd love more videos on this type of pet :D

[@OpenWorldGirlMR]

I had a single rabbit for 2 years until we moved her to my bfs house and were able to get her a mate and omg the difference was incredible! She turned into a whole different rabbit and now they’re inseparable. 💕

[@vanessathibault2339]

Hands down, I have 11 pets, 6 of which are spayed/neutered rabbits and no doubts, its definitely the highest maintenance pets I own. It takes me so much time and money daily to care after them. I absolutely love them, but they are far from the easy beginner pet stores sells them as.

[@MomentswithMolly]

As a chameleon owner myself, definitely the chameleon.

[@SilverFlame819]

I clicked on this video TOTALLY thinking it was going to be a video about chameleons. Imagine my surprise to find one of the easiest pets on the planet listed instead.

[@jennaedwards2566]

literally love your personality

[@Jcov1996]

I’m going to guess it’s your dog. My dogs are way more high maintenance then my reptiles! Love them so much though!

[@jolr8068]

Rats Edit: I forgot you had rabbits. I've had many different animals and anything that poops all day long always seems to be high maintenance. Snakes are one of the least time consuming animals I've owned.

[@DestinyDW]

Rats are by far the easiest for me. They are easy to clean, feed, water, and entertain. They don't need baths, walks, special lights, or anything

[@ABBADABBS]

I totally agree with you! We have 3 cats, a chameleon (that we found on the street in NJ) and a guinea pig. The guinea pig is the most high maintenance animal we have. Cage cleaning, nail trimming, grooming, food. We spend so much money on the guinea pig. He gets a salad every night and hay all day plus his kibble to eat. We spend about $250 a month on him. Definitely not an easy animal for a child. 💛

[@gerribardenwerper9016]

I'm allergic too hay as well, same reaction.. learned almost the same way.. except I was feeding at a fair haha. Was wonderful. I cant believe it's a rabbit.. but makes sense lol.

[@genadavis497]

I love the feeding all of your animals and making the homes for them in Nashville! Sending love xo

[@jamiewalter3235]

YESSS! i’ve been patiently waiting for an upload on this chanel!😫love you!❤️

[@KristenLeannimal]

awe yay thanks for being patient!! There will be more videos once I get settled 👌

[@NatFab]

I clicked on this video to listen to while cleaning my rabbits’ pen. Had no idea you’d say “rabbit”! SO much work!

[@jennaguzek]

I live in Southern Pennsylvania and my neighbors have rabbit hunting dogs - beagle dogs, they run rabbits then just let them run loose.. I feed around 5 rabbits a day that live in my barn..

[@potatomum]

As a rabbit owner I completely agree. My sweet baby is so high maintenance but it's worth it to see her living the best rabbit life she can 🖤

[@rowan7817]

My two bunnies are free ranged in my room! They absolutely love it... but they do have the tendency to chew on anything wood, which is annoying but it’s what I signed up for

[@shaylas-shelves]

Kristin Tractor Supply has 40 lb bags of pine equine bedding for $5 and that's what I use for litter. My rabbits are free roam and litter trained. I think many people don't realize how smart they are! Love this video!! ❤

[@akirwesudi3936]

I had one for ten years . He was such a sweetheart 🧡

[@jessicabradley2397]

Wow! I never knew you owned Artic Fox hair color! As always I loved this video and becoming more educated about the amazing animals you own 😊😊

[@nomadicmomma2048]

I’m new to your channel and it cracks me up how many times I’ve heard you say “I was going to re-home...” I think I would totally have the same issue. 😂

[@bunnyinfirmary]

I didn’t think I was allergic to anything until I started feeding my rabbit hay, my allergies were super crazy until I changed to oxbow brand hay instead of kaytee and oddly my allergies went away. My rabbit definitely is expensive and unfortunately I can not afford to spay her or get her a friend, but she seems pretty happy and my cats are always around her so I feel she doesn’t seem lonely. sometimes they groom her which she oddly loves. She will always run up to one of my cats and put her head down in front of him to get groomed haha. I’ve had her for 3 years & I love her so much I couldn’t imagine my life without her. I got her impulsively at a pet store with no knowledge but I’m so glad I had the Internet to show me the way Quickly. she definitely is a healthy and happy bunny. And Definitely my favorite animal as well.

[@tyongsbith4046]

That eye makeup is so on point 👌👌

[@alyssahlatshaw7795]

Was not shocked to hear this, as a bunny mom, I feel you ♥️🐰

[@amandagrace2997]

My guess was rabbit just because when I had one of my own, she was WAYYY more maintenance than I expected! Lots of care for bunnies but I love them so much 🐰💕

[@indyweidenbacher7203]

Its so interesting to me how different it is to hold a rabbit in your climate. I live in germany and used to have rabbits and everyone here keeps them outside in pretty big cages because its colder here and they eat fresh grass and carots most of the Time

[@falloutgrl4fob]

I completely agree. I love my rabbit but it's so hard taking care of them. Can you pleaseee make a video of how you clean their area and how do you make their enclosure?? I need help lol love you ❤💕

[@worgyswares]

You should make a little garden (like on your porch or something in planter boxes) so that you know you've got organic food and it can cut down how much you spend on veggies and stuff c:

[@jennsasseville1179]

I can’t wait for your moving animals to Nashville video I’m actually moving to Louisville in Tennessee in a few weeks from Las Vegas and could use as many reptile tips as possible love all your videos and I’m a huge fan 😀

[@rachael7441]

I give our rabbit orchard grass hay instead of Timothy because I am very allergic to Timothy hay as well. You could slowly switch to that (if they’ll eat it) or give them a mix so you can feed them hay yourself sometimes if you want. Orchard grass hay is the perfect alternative to Timothy.

[@Kira-kg4kl]

I used the same stuff for my rabbits that I use for cat litter which is like compressed pine pellets used for horse stables, really cheap and no chemicals and what not as it's designed for animals

[@lyndaeveritt6532]

Your eye makeup is gorgeous!!

[@jennya333]

Whenever you do get this new pet i would love to see that and when they’re like settled into their new home

[@kecake13]

Guinea pigs are the same my girls passed away a couple years ago and I decided to rescue at a shelter 2 boys 2-3 weeks ago forgot how high maintenance they were

[@shannonmacquarrie9402]

I loved the video you did about creating the leopard gecko enclosure! Love to see more like that!

[@loriholmes4287]

For my bunny I line his litter box with a puppy pee pad and then use the carefresh small animal“bedding” . These two together are super absorbent, and all I do is fold up the pee pad and throw it out! So easy!

[@rachael7441]

Just make sure it’s not the bedding made with baking soda! I think carefresh is the one that used it at one point or still does.

[@rose-2638]

Thank you so much for speaking about the fact that rabbits need a mate! It is so important! I've often noticed that in the U.S., many people seem to think having one rabbit is fine. Luckily here in the Netherlands, it has been widely accepted that you must have more than one. Also, I would always recommend to keep a neutered male with a (spayed) female, because two males will almost always fight to the death, and two females without males present will also fight often. Sidenote, I have six pets, and my rabbits are by far the most expensive and time consuming :) but I love them so much! They are worth every penny

[@lisadaniella115]

Such a great video i wish more people would watch this before adopting rabbits, they are my most high maintenance pets aswell but luckily i have the time and resources. Others dont realizes this and buy their kids rabbits and then they stay in small hutches and only get taken out to be held and as you mentioned they dont like being held. My one bun on occasion loves jumping on my lap(only on his terms) but then no touching! Or he’ll leave. They like ear rubs every now and then aswell

[@britttttt8391]

Okay personally I don’t think they are but they are my favorite. But this video is so important, people don’t understand how much they require

[@cookielady7333]

I Love seeing her little popcorn jumps. I grew up with my Mom having a rabbit for 12 years . He grew up with our Boston terriers and thought he was one of the dogs. When I was 17 and pregnant he moved with me and was alot of work but he was very bonded with my dog Boss Hog so he was happy and I would Love to have another but not now because I am to sick to give it all of the attention they need. I do have 3 small dogs who do popcorn jumps and crack me up daily.

[@kenzietennent576]

Cage tours! I’d love to see each pets enclosure!!!

[@Cowgirlevie]

If you have a tractor Supply in your area, they sell the wood pellets for $6 a bag. It is advertised as horse bedding.

[@MKat98]

Rabbits for sure. They’re expensive and high maintenance. I have 2 rats. They’re also a bit high maintenance and expensive but I wouldn’t say they need as much space and time as the bun buns.

[@TAYLOR8mm]

im allergic to timothy hay and i have a bunny, i use orchad grass and my babie loves it! i feed mainly hay, unlimited, 1/4 cup of pellets and about 2 cups of 4 different leaffy greens 1 time a day, hes super healthy

[@Jackhan77]

Omg yes. I didn’t think my rabbit was going to be so hard to care for.

[@Ale-mx9zd]

I was actually gonna say rabbit but I was like “nah there’s no way” but boy was I wrong 😂

[@Vanessa-sh9cx]

I had a bunny and totally underestimated the amount of cleaning. Hay everywhere!

[@deafeningmentalitysalad9514]

Need a tutorial on this eye look it's such a nice reddy purple shade

[@carleeherrin1014]

I always wanted to get a rabbit for my future classroom as a class pet, and allow the children to read to them during reading workshop, and make a job for the children to clean the cage etc, I’m so happy I found this video before buying one.

[@emilienguyen5430]

You could feed the rabbit orchard grass hay, a lot of people use that in replacement for Timothy but I wouldn’t recommend feeding your rabbit any colorful pellets ♥️ I’m a reputable breeder and I also run a rescue ♥️

[@alexandralobos7636]

Really wish my husband wasn’t allergic. I love rabbits always had a pair growing up. Always had rescue ones, typically after Easter when people get them and change their minds

[@ashleynicole2546]

At one point I had 2 rabbits and a guinea pig... Way too many cages to clean, veggies to cut up, play time outside of the cage, etc. One of my rabbits also had some issues, so she was even more maintenance than a normal rabbit. We think she was dropped or something as a baby and her leg was broken and never set, so it healed all kinds of messed up. We also think she was blind in one eye, which make her super skittish to movement since she didn’t always see you coming at her, and this made her aggressive. We literally fed her with a potholder on because she would bite when you stuck your hand in the cage to feed her or get her out. She was super sweet once you had her trust, but initial movements always freaked her out. She also needed baths often because of her broken leg and not being able to clean herself properly. Lots of work compared to my cats or dogs. Also spaying for females especially should be done because cancer is a very big cause of death in unspayed females. No one ever told us to get our rabbits fixed and unfortunately our female got pretty bad cancer in her uterus and we had to put her to sleep when she stopped eating and lost her spunk one day. We had no idea and felt horrible.

[@meganchandler9078]

💙💜💚 these videos. Also your couch looks so soft and cozy!