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[@zionahgardner723]

It makes me sad when pet stores tell people rabbits are low maintenance tbh. That's how a lot of rabbits in our local community have been dumped because of the misconception smh. Anyway to get to my point... ADOPT ADOPT ADOPT!

[@naomi7153]

Amen!

[@hannah-rj8ju]

It really adds up when you have a bunny. My bunny just had G.I. stasis and the vet bill was almost 500 dollars!

[@anna_mitchell2139]

Oh no how is he or she now. And how’d he or she get it if you don’t mind me asking

[@dillondramatic]

I just left the vet with with a 1100 dollar bill after a emergency surgery that wasn't even needed and a spay. Good bye entire stimulus check. been giving a total of eight different medications twice a day as well as Force feeding her were on day 6 and she's finally seeming like she's feeling better and beginning to eat and use the bathroom more. 🙏❤️❤️

[@nj6618]

Mine had GI stasis as well but the bill was only like 340 :o

[@hannah-rj8ju]

@Sunshine_ Gacha She is so much better now. I recognized it pretty early (thanks to Lennon the bunny😍) and they were able to treat her

[@hannah-rj8ju]

@Rozlyn Freese For sure!

[@petperson4793]

I own a year old rabbit and so far we have spent over the past 10 months 1,000$ and more. Please dont get a rabbit if you know you cant care for it. They need so much love and time. But in the end if you are able too have one as a free roam pet then they will truly save you and in return love you!❤

[@blankhole5145]

I have two rabbits and it doesnt cost that much did yours get injured

[@anna_mitchell2139]

blank hole food and bedding, carriers and things they need adds up and there litter box and things like that add up

[@garythelifesquirrel3066]

blank hole it depends on where you live too

[@izukuuzimaki9895]

@@blankhole5145 that's what I'm saying

[@addyryker]

@@blankhole5145 same i have two rabbits and it is like at the highest price each month is like 20 bucks. we get them huge bags of hay that last about 4 or so months same with bedding and litter but their pebbles last longer at around 7 months as i only give them a quarter cup- from Lennon the bunny- .

[@gabbyklo3873]

When we got our Bun, Oreo, I always planned that in a year or two I’d start convincing my parents to get another bun. Long story short, our local shelter has a bunny with a PERFECT personality and needs a lil boyfriend, but my parents still aren’t there yet!!!!!! I don’t know when I’ll get them there or how to, but these videos are comforting. UPDATE: She was adopted literally later that day by a wonderful guy named Mike and his bunny Revere. Now Winnie and Revere can live happily ever after, even if it wasn't with us.❤️

[@HeatherHolt]

And bunnies are addicting... I’m up to five rescues so far lol they have taken over my house and I couldn’t have ever loved anything any more than my babies. But yes... they are expensive and deserve tons of love and attention and FREE ROAM!

[@emilyenglish4415]

You can grow your own herbs too! Then dry them for treats 😁

[@mollychrisa1]

Thanks girl 🌿😇👩‍🌾☯️🛒

[@jenplate]

Yess!!!

[@nameless.8056]

tried it........ i killed the plants the first week lol

[@myhomeremedies]

A lot of these costs could be decreased with some basic thrifty and frugal techniques. For example. I have 2 bunnies, we go through a 50 lb box of hay every 5 months or so as opposed to the 1 box a month for 3 bunnies she mentioned in this video. While I think this is a great channel and has some great information, I do think a lot of her cleaning techniques and the hay box she uses are pretty wasteful with hay. I've seen videos with her dumping out the bottom of a hay box because it is "old". While my bunnies always have hay available, I am careful not to waste much of it, and use small hay racks above the little box, so only a little bit gets pulled down and each hay rack is completely eaten and refilled daily, so the hay is always fresh. Also, the hay they do pull down into the litter box serves to 'soften" the hardness of the pine pellets, so no need for Carefresh on top of the pellets. As far as veggies go, where we live, Kroger almost always has salads and other greens on clearance (the yellow WOW stickers...when they are close to expiring) so I buy those and it saves a ton on veggies. They are totally fine...not spoiled....we eat them ourselves and give them to our bunnies without any issue. I just have to check ingredients carefully to make sure all ingredients are okay for rabbits to eat. While I agree that rabbits can be expensive (as pretty much all pets) there are definitely ways you can try to save money and cut down on costs without cutting down on care.

[@AvaLance]

True but she is trying to explain to children/Young kids animals that they are expensive. Yeah there are ways to make it cheaper if you buy in bulk . She seems just to like clean a lot for her bunnys.

[@foxxst3rr]

So detailed and seems pretty genuine. Great info

[@JKennedying]

Also you can find hay for way cheaper than $1 per pound. I just bought a 50 pound bale of alfalfa/timothy for $16! It should last at least 2 months with my 2 buns. That's a huge savings already compared to the $80 small pet select wants or $50 for oxbow.

[@foxxst3rr]

@Hannah Marcum funny there. I also used to want rabbits a lot and even though im not a rabbit owner, i researched a ton. In my family situation, i think my parents would agree more on rats than rabbits. Ive never had that idea and to be honest, thats pretty smart, so that would work great. I hope you get your rabbits in the future. As for me, my parents said theyll discuss the possibility of my rats after coronavirus.

[@obsidianwing]

+ 1 on this , rabbits can be very picky on hay and take a while and lot money find the best for them with less waste. When you have good Hay you wont have lot letovers. Bunnies always selecting the best grass leafs and leave the others over , this falls down. Some Rabbits , like mine love to eat in eye hight or from ground , to avoid getting spoiled to fast , i lay it on the little Ikea Bed , the sit here for hours munching , when its flat i mix it up wit a big Hand full and its gets 2nd chanche saves a lot hay . When they no longer have an intresst in it i thorow it in they litterbox.

[@leneay9]

I wish you included a total for the primary costs and monthly costs.

[@ShiningStarrz]

I was prepared for expenses when I got my rabbit but was blown away by vet costs for a sickly rabbit. Of course when I got him I didn’t know he had problems but he has costs a ton in vet bills. He’s completely worth it too, sweetest animal I’ve ever met and I wouldn’t change a thing ❤️

[@angel1xoxo]

I have a rabbit and it isn't really that expensive. You can buy big bales of hay from local farmers for $10.. Or get grass that's been cut from your yard, make homemade toys, make pellets 15% of their diet and the rest veggies that they can eat and hay. bedding is pretty affordable too. Only $11 a bag. I line the litter box with old news paper that I get for free and put hay on one side and bedding on the other. My bunny loves it! I also found an XL dog cage for the bun for $30 on Craigslist. I let him out whenever I'm home, but he appreciates his spacious burrow 🥰. Save money for medical costs and things like that but it doesn't have to be that much money. He even has a little playhouse I made from a cardboard box. He plays in it all the time! There's ways to cut costs while giving your bunny the best life you can ❤️❤️🐇

[@sashaayres3635]

Grass cut from your yard? Do you let them graze themselves or pull it yourself? As you know rabbits can't eat grass that's been cut with a lawnmower? & You shouldn't use newspaper in your litter tray as your rabbits will be eating hay off of this when it contains ink,which will run when it's wet?

[@angel1xoxo]

Sasha Ayres I change the litter box every day. they don't even eat all the way to the bottom of it. I'm aware of the ink. It doesn't run at all. I don't feed my buns fresh cut grass, but as long as it doesn't have anything in it that is harmful to bunnies, then it is ok. Depending on the grass.

[@violetwalter8115]

I really dont think that people get that rabbits need more things than just essential items.

[@delilah6872]

yes they do but ok.

[@veronicachiu2411]

yeah, some people think you can just give a bun food and water and they will thrive, but they do need mental stimulation and fun too! luckily, there are lots of ways people can make bunnies lots of toys for free or very cheap!

[@Lilee177]

"more than just the essential items" just think about that sentence. Essential items. What they NEED. They don't "need" more than essential items because essential items are literally their need. And mental stimulation is a NEED.

[@violetwalter8115]

@@Lilee177 Yeah so I mean you can give them a few toys and a cage and that would be ok but if you added a digging box, a snug a bun and beds your rabbit will thrive!

[@zionahgardner723]

@@violetwalter8115 It's not that some people don't "rEaLiSe" it, some people can't afford it! Thankfully I can, but some people can't! Also every bunny situation is different! Some rabbits are VERY PICKY! You seem to have a very biased opinion on rabbit care, which can come off as insensitive, so that's why the lovely miss Lilee here sounded harsh! Just be more considerate and careful with your words next time! That's my opinion and I respect your's!

[@AurandtFamily]

Bunnies are so expensive, but worth every penny! 💴 💰 Love this video, and Haley, I am loving your hair in this video! 💕🐰

[@sabrinasantaguida3299]

I completely agree!! Rabbits are NOT cheap animals and the decision to get one should not be taken lightly. Love the video, and you look beautiful today, Haley 💗😘

[@lilliannalansing1088]

I fear that I will not be able to get all of these things for my rabbit but I also know I am giving him a better life than his last owners

[@rebesajoh]

Rabbits do not need $1000 of toys and storage. And many of these things you can buy when you need them. You can get a flake of hay from your local feed store for a few dollars and that will last you months. Instead of buying the critical care stuff, just grind hay or pellets and mix with water. I’ve worked for multiple rescue organizations

[@tam9897]

I have a 4yr old rabbit and your channel has helped me so much to take way more care of him and give him the best possible life and I’ve researched way more about rabbits so thank you ❤️

[@rlaahslzk]

For me, I found that having insurance really helps. Maybe the coverage differs per state but I have nationwide and they covered all the costs related to GI stasis for my bunny. (I'm in WA - the plan has 100 deductible and 90% reimbursement)

[@TheTinyHerd]

It definitely differs per state, I tried to get it for my bunnies and guinea pigs and it was going to be $200/month which is definitely not worth it. I wish we could get better rates here!

[@tamarelizabeth3584]

How does she always look as flawless and beautiful in every video??!?

[@DinosaurDrummer]

I know right

[@LoveABun]

This video-and your take on what people think about caring for a rabbit-are spot on! When I rescued JoJo, I had no idea what it took to care for a bunny. As for the cost, I have spent far more on her in our first year together than 3 years on my cats-and my cats want for nothing!

[@Daisystevens]

Yesss You are so so helpful I’m getting my rabbit in 2 weeks and you really helped me along my journey . Thank you

[@naomi7153]

i just wanna say, why is there even a dislike button. She is only speaking facts so only a non bunny owner must have disliked this video.

[@cow8878]

Probably bots

[@charlesuri2830]

Subnormal people exist everywhere .

[@Shrek_Now_go_away]

@Eimear Pigott hello there

[@eimearpigott8765]

@@rosehiver6262 Yea when they’re outside they see predators and freezing cold weather🙄

[@welp5468]

I’m adopting two bunnies from a shelter and your channel has helped me a lot ☺️!!

[@solanysmile9156]

I have a bunny too and I thought he had gi stasis but my vet told me to massage its belly until I get there I did that for like 40 minutes and he started pooping again 😂 saved me 500 dollars

[@DinosaurDrummer]

Thanks for the tip

[@joannabalseca1627]

Just 4 seconds in and I have to tell you that you look beautiful. Even without makeup you look stunning. That is natural beauty. Now I can unpause and continue watching. Lol

[@lazyhomebody1356]

um, she is wearing make up!

[@zionahgardner723]

@@lazyhomebody1356 lol

[@b.c_eventing]

I like how she says they need to be in pairs that isn't true. They do better in pairs but they don't have to be together. I have one rabbit and he's fine.

[@happybunnies4382]

Yes they do lmao selfish asf not to get them a friend

[@TomikaKelly]

​@happybunnies4382 So YOU pay for her 2nd rabbit then...👀🫠

[@julieenc6693]

She looks like such a nice person!

[@AnnabelleHua]

If anyone else going to talk about how cute Hailey is this video?

[@narrowpathfarm]

I spend about 4-6k a year in vet bills due to dentals, emergency surgeries and emergency visits, and that is with 3 buns. Not only including hay, veggies, litter and toys. I know I am an outlier but I thought I would give that info.

[@izzys110]

This helps so much, I really want a bunny and this really help put the costs in perspective thankyou!

[@dlew3624]

Everybody thinks bunnies are cheap and easy to look after. They are not! They need alot of care and love. And can cost a lot of money. If you don't have the time and money don't get bunnies. Also they aren't suitable for children. On the plus side, they are clean, funny and will make you laugh every day with their antics. House rabbits are great company 👍🐰🐇. Adopting bunnies is one of the best things I have ever done

[@loveponies3823]

I got all my toys for free as I was very lucky as my dad had some at his shop. I gave them a log of a tree and some grass and they love it and I also gave them the toys xx

[@MereMarc]

YES PLEASE to the Emergency Care Info!!! Absolutely thankful and grateful for all the rabbit info you give on each video💖 Absolutely helped me with my two binky buns🐰🐰

[@TARGE170]

Very informative content. Albeit, a summary at the end would be nice. Just to see the total cost ranging from..to. Or at least in the description.

[@lisakukla459]

It doesn't have to be this expensive. If you're willing to put a little time in learning what they need and being creative, many items can be foraged or planted in a garden space, even grown indoors on a windowsill or a simple hydroponic setup.

[@duchessstudioband7896]

Ok. I raised rabbits for many years. Not just had 3 rabbits,. But a huge herd of 150 rabbits. Rabbits need Timothy hay, 16% protein pellets for a non lactating doe or a young one,. 18% for a lactating doe. A piece of applewood is good for them to crib on to keep their teeth aligned. Buck teeth due to inbreeding is a common problem. Rabbits absolutely need water fresh water daily. Crocks tend to freeze in water, hot water works with frozen water. Diarhhea is fairly common problem with rabbits . A medicine called dri tail works well, keep some on hand. Trim back toe nail s, fairly important, twice a year I would treat the water with an antibiotic powder. It was easier than a syringe. Did you ever belong to the ARBA? I was a long time member and registrar of pedigree rabbits.

[@duchessstudioband7896]

Oh yes sore hocks were a big problem, if you raise on wire, keep a piece of wood in the cage for the rabbit to get off of the wires with. I had every problem you could think of, including stuck babies in x birth canal. Raised mainly pedigree rabbits. I find your video a bit too yuppy.

[@willowthebunny7]

I am getting a rabbit in about 2 weeks . Your videos have helped me learn proper care.

[@sheilaolson5868]

My bunny is a year old and he has cost me over $5000 in vet costs, dental work, toys, food, cages, play yards, floor covering for his room, trips to a bunny vet (2 hours one way), medication, vegetables, etc. I will never advise anyone to get a bunny if they don’t have the money, the time, the dedication and a room (yes, a room! Not a cage!). Bunnies are delicate pets that require a lot of care, attention and training. You also must have access to specialized vet care!

[@willowthebunny7]

Happy early birthday Haley I love you ❤️

[@heavenmessenger785]

I have 15 rescue rabbits. 4 of them are fixed, because they're adults. 9 are babies born from a breeder I rescued, and one has a broken leg that I actually rescued today from a sucky human. I'm keeping four of the one's not fixed, and they'll be getting fixed when they're ready. It's about $60-$100 for a neuter here, and $100 for a spay. I'm very lucky to have it so cheap!! I also have a horse, so hay is easy 😂

[@offthehookwithnia]

Hello! Our family just bought our first bunny and we are totally in love. In my research I discovered your channel today and I have to say you are so adorable and fun to watch. Very informative and to the point which makes things clear and concise. So I wanted to say thank you for the great videos!

[@libbysanimals_8306]

We have to pay, Neuter when he was a baby, £82 for vaccinations (per year) And lots and lots of veggies (£8 a week) for 1 bunnies and 3 guinea pigs, Lots of hay, Debunked items, Litter, Toys, And what's free, love ❤ Oh and I forgot, I am going to rescue an obese bunny with overgrown claws and sore hocks (not spayed) from my uneducated nanas back garden because she thinks it's alright to keep her in a wire bottomed cage. She is fed nothing but Carrot and Apple and I know she will die. She is so perfect and gorgeous I really dont think that she deserves what shes getting. It was either our house or the high kill shelter so I know that she needs to come to our house, get spayed and best of all, BECOME FRIENDS WITH MY LONELY BUNNY AT HOME!! Omg.... they could get married but just not have kids! (Because they will both be neutered)

[@theonly6756]

Xx Pets and Life xX do it so she doesn’t die

[@biggerears9405]

Good to know

[@ntdgamerplayz1323]

Rabbit: I want food Me: toy? Rabbit: do i look stupid?

[@ntdgamerplayz1323]

I am stupid

[@perrymichales4242]

We took over the care of a rabbit when our neighbor lost her job and we can't wait until we find her a home because she is high maintenance and we don't care for her. She is a pain and three months are enough of cleaning up after it.

[@avamc3901]

Hi I’m first I think 🤔 I love your channel I’ve been watching you and Lennon because I want to maybe get a bunny

[@abdullahgm]

I am so sorry yesterday my two rabbits were killed by rat

[@fleurhoule5027]

I did the same for 2 years before getting my bunny. I would also watch Stormy Rabbits and Victoria Raechelle's channel, and a couple other professional vet or rabbit rescue organization channels on KZbin over that time. I also visited official websites like House Rabbit Society (rabbit.org) for information on caring for rabbits.

[@jillmcfarland8836]

Get a rabbit they may seem like a lot of work but their worth it!

[@marieduran1889]

I dont recommend tractor supply pelletized pine after I found out it causes cancer and also the saw dust isnt good for your rabbits to breathe in. My Vet recommend to me yesterday news and I do like it better and it works better it's about 20 bucks for 30 pounds but it works and it's not dusty. Love your channel btw😊

[@LoveABun]

Chanel Garcia Yesterday’s News is outstanding for rabbits. I’ve used it, too. Where did you hear that Tractor Supply pellets cause cancer? Would like to read up on this. I hate their wood pellets because they are extremely dusty and FULL of sawdust. I complained multiple times to the store manager and corporate office when I first tried it, but NO ONE cared about the problem! I switched to the Yesterday’s News Original Unscented and we haven’t looked back. Great stuff.

[@DinosaurDrummer]

I went to Walmart when I got my rabbit and they had pellets (small world) and Kaytee forti diet Timothy hay (24 oz,48,oz and 96 oz,4.24,7.99,14.99) and I got a bag of small world pellets (25 pounds) for 9.99 because I was thinking that was a awesome deal that would last me a few months or even a year and a two 96 oz bags of Timothy hay and the strands were so small but it smelled very good it smelled like fresh chamomile,so I fed my rabbit 1/4 cup of pellets and 2 cups of veggies (romaine and spinach ),and I didn’t buy a rabbit cage or hay feeder so I brought the bag to my rabbit (I have two bunnies now ) and she smelled it and went running towards it right away so I gave her a handful and she finished a handful in a hour so I gave her nine more handfuls. So each day I would give her ten handfuls and by the end of the week she would finish a 96 ounce bag so every month I would get four bags (I had to get hay at Walmart because I’m a kid and my parents didn’t want to risk getting another pet by going to petsmart or petco).I don’t know why but even i wanted to try the hay cause it smells so good

[@zionahgardner723]

Also ya I guess I will just say it... I cannot resist... I am eArLy!!!

[@Michelle-vf4wm]

currently sitting with my bunny Ash and watching your videos

[@jadelynn6904]

No one: Haley every 5 seconds: “I also have this on my shop if any of you are interested” No hate intended, love your channel ❤️

[@addyryker]

XD trueeeeeeeee

[@mummyskitchenwithme6800]

This helped so much thank you for making this i am planing on getting two mini lops after quarantine finishes here in England and this was a lifesaver thx ❤️💜🐰🐇

[@rebesajoh]

“Here’s how to spend money in my shop...”

[@nameless.8056]

ikr

[@m.highley9170]

Hay costs like $20 a month for ONE rabbit (assuming you get petstore hay). Veggies are another $40 a month for ONE RABBIT! Add another $10 a month if you give them 1/4 cup of pellets a day, $10 in litter (aspen) and around $20 for toys a month (one the cheap side) and you've got a good $100 a month FOR ONE RABBIT! Unfortunately my vet has suggested my rabbit take a break from looking for a bun to bond with. I took my rabbit to five different adoption events over the span of 3 months and ended up trying to attack the rabbits every single time. She's been deemed "aggressive" even though she's a sweetheart around cats and other humans

[@elisenguyen4635]

Early! Love you Hailey. I’m adopting two Rex bunnies soon Your videos have helped me prepare me a lot for my bunnies!

[@19Lillith]

Yeah the cost of buying a rabbit is a tiny investment compared to vet bills and also the food, specially the fresh veggies and greens, isn't as cheap like it is for a cat or a smal dog, also they are way more time consuming than cats. I have spent around 2000.- in the last three years since I got them, for vet bills like several GI-stasis, one had e-cuniculi, my female had to be spayed after I got her and one has a chronic respiratory disease... so you need to be aware of that. But I love my rabbits so much :)

[@ellasanimals3363]

I’m literally gonna order sooo much stuff for my bunny of your site I love your products.🐰🐰

[@anner3043]

You could foster a bunny because then it's all paid for by the centre. It saves them from being uthenized. Also we spent about £475-£500 when we first got our rabbit and that doesn't even cover the cost of the rabbit alone (£80)

[@twices9380]

i dont know how many people are from Vegas but as for bunnies the cost for them at the animal foundation (shelter) are $35!

[@destinycarlson784]

I have two bunnies, Asher is my 6 week old, and Pepper is my 3 and 1/2 week old and theyre fed 100% alfalfa hay and alfalfa pellets, and for "treat hay" i feed them timothy hay. i also feed them Kaytee brand Slims with carrot and one with alfalfa, and another treat is Sunseed salad, and sunseed snappers.

[@ducksquaxk4754]

They may be expensive but we signed up for it by adopting a bunny or rabbit

[@zionahgardner723]

Aren't bunnies and rabbits the same things??

[@yashween5046]

im getting 2 rabbits (8months old from someone who was giving away) and im stressing out so much but your channel is helping sm

[@alarcon99]

Since this list includes a few items that are not necessarily necessary I would like to suggest that bunny owners buy or build a composter. Bunnies produce a lot of waste that makes great compost (specially if you are going to try supplementing the veggies by growing your own). If a bunny owner does not plan ahead for the bunny waste it will add to a lot of bagged waste that will just fill up the garbage can and the land fills. And the upfront cost of a composter will offset a lot of future cost on potting mix and store bought veggies if you grow your own.

[@kamaiyahlewis9998]

Yes we would like to see an emergency kit updated

[@cinnamonthebunnybunnyfacts4935]

I cant get a pair but my bunny is happy and stuff alone yea he would be way happier with another but I dont have th money

[@arigatou312]

Please reconsider and get another rabbit as soon as you are financially able to! If my English seems a bit off, because I’m not using appropriate words since my native language is German, I apologize in advance and hope you will understand me regardless Can my rabbit live alone? -Are you there for your rabbit 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, until it dies? - Will you brush his ears and lick his eyes? - Are you bobbing around with him and exploring the surroundings? - Are you lying about seven hours a day with body contact together with your rabbit? - Can you speak the rabbit language and talk to your rabbit in everyday life? - Do you keep watch when your rabbit sleeps and knocks when a potential enemy approaches, so that your rabbit can really relax while sleeping because it knows you're watching? - ...etc ! If you can't answer these questions with yes, your rabbit needs another rabbit as a partner ! Think about ist: Even if you spend four hours a day working intensively with your rabbit, it's still 20 hours a day alone and lonely. That's 600 lonely hours a month and 57,600 in a whole rabbit's life. Also good care and a lot of enrichment can unfortunately not replace another rabbit. Therefore, get a second rabbit to give your rabbit a happy life. Fortunately, in Austria and Switzerland the keeping of rabbits is already banned, in Germany a new legal regulation is being sought. What scientific studies tell us about individual housing/keeping: Rabbits living alone move less than rabbits in the group. In addition, they eat out of boredom, so that obesity can occur more quickly. Extreme grating (and other behavioural abnormalities) was observed in the individual rabbits in one study, but was not found when observing pairs of rabbits. Despite various retreat possibilities, the rabbits preferred to lie down next to their partner. Are there incompatible rabbits? So my conclusion so far is: Every rabbit can find a partner! If you still think you have an incompatible rabbit with you, you can contact a breeder or an animal shelter to get help, they can provide you with many differently aged and mannered rabbits. Rabbit owners often break off the socialization prematurely because there are fights. Fighting and fur flight, however, is part of any combination, otherwise rabbits cannot clarify their ranking. Besides, not every rabbit gets along with everyone else. Sometimes you have to try two or three different rabbits. Most of the time, however, it works right off the bat. Other reasons for unsuccessful socialization may be wrong combinations or inappropriate husbandry/care/keeping or an inappropriate place for socialisation. In Germany keeping two rabbits is enforced by breeders, shelters and pet shops alike. Here is a quote, translated to English, by „Bundesverband praktizierender Tierärzte e.V“ which is a Federal Association of Practicing Veterinarians: Probably the most common problem in pet husbandry is monotony and associated boredom. Behavioural disorders are often the result. Rabbit-friendly husbandry should therefore - like any other animal husbandry - provide variety and environmental incentives. The contact to conspecifics is essential for the rabbit, which naturally lives in clans. The share of social behaviour in total behaviour amounts to up to 50% of total daily activity. For pet husbandry, two or more rabbits of the same age, which in the best case are used freshly weaned from the mother as a group, are ideal

[@Pikyoh]

@@arigatou312 so i took your aduve i got 3 new bunnies (and the bunnie i already had to thats 4 bunnies bc i can) and bruh the all hate each other- and me-

[@daphnehammond1661]

@@Pikyoh I'm presuming you haven't bonded then properly?

[@wolfgirl4486]

@@arigatou312 I agree with all of the things you said but I want to add something to what you said bunnies are different and there are occasionally rabbits that can't live with another rabbit also rabbits can live nicely alone but unless they have been with a partner before

[@avacollins7595]

Early!! Love you haley!!

[@acrazyperson9872]

I can't choose, should I get a bunny or cat If I get them both Can they Live together? Will it be so expensive to look after them? Pffh I cant choose :'(

[@zionahgardner723]

It's not really my hill to stand on but it really depends on the cat/rabbit if they will bond together and it can be dangerous to try. I think you should just but the one you like best and which one fits in your price range! I have many pets and together my cat and rabbit makes up A LOT of the cost... so yes it will be expensive... that will be the case for any of these decisions tbh!

[@sashaayres3635]

Cats and rabbits get on fine, but cats also cost for neutering/ spaying as well as injections every year just like a rabbit, however cats need microchipping,need toys,litter, food and biscuits, cats are more expensive but we find it fine to have both 😀

[@arigatou312]

Instead of getting 2 different pets, maybe get 2 of the same species. My take on this topic: YOU DO NEED TWO RABBITS! Please read this and reconsider! If my English seems a bit off, because I’m not using appropriate words since my native language is German, I apologize in advance and hope you will understand me regardless Can my rabbit live alone? -Are you there for your rabbit 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, until it dies? - Will you brush his ears and lick his eyes? - Are you bobbing around with him and exploring the surroundings? - Are you lying about seven hours a day with body contact together with your rabbit? - Can you speak the rabbit language and talk to your rabbit in everyday life? - Do you keep watch when your rabbit sleeps and knocks when a potential enemy approaches, so that your rabbit can really relax while sleeping because it knows you're watching? - ...etc ! If you can't answer these questions with yes, your rabbit needs another rabbit as a partner ! Think about ist: Even if you spend four hours a day working intensively with your rabbit, it's still 20 hours a day alone and lonely. That's 600 lonely hours a month and 57,600 in a whole rabbit's life. Also good care and a lot of enrichment can unfortunately not replace another rabbit. Therefore, get a second rabbit to give your rabbit a happy life. Fortunately, in Austria and Switzerland the keeping of rabbits is already banned, in Germany a new legal regulation is being sought. What scientific studies tell us about individual housing/keeping: Rabbits living alone move less than rabbits in the group. In addition, they eat out of boredom, so that obesity can occur more quickly. Extreme grating (and other behavioural abnormalities) was observed in the individual rabbits in one study, but was not found when observing pairs of rabbits. Despite various retreat possibilities, the rabbits preferred to lie down next to their partner. Are there incompatible rabbits? So my conclusion so far is: Every rabbit can find a partner! If you still think you have an incompatible rabbit with you, you can contact a breeder or an animal shelter to get help, they can provide you with many differently aged and mannered rabbits. Rabbit owners often break off the socialization prematurely because there are fights. Fighting and fur flight, however, is part of any combination, otherwise rabbits cannot clarify their ranking. Besides, not every rabbit gets along with everyone else. Sometimes you have to try two or three different rabbits. Most of the time, however, it works right off the bat. Other reasons for unsuccessful socialization may be wrong combinations or inappropriate husbandry/care/keeping or an inappropriate place for socialisation. In Germany keeping two rabbits is enforced by breeders, shelters and pet shops alike. Here is a quote, translated to English, by „Bundesverband praktizierender Tierärzte e.V“ which is a Federal Association of Practicing Veterinarians: Probably the most common problem in pet husbandry is monotony and associated boredom. Behavioural disorders are often the result. Rabbit-friendly husbandry should therefore - like any other animal husbandry - provide variety and environmental incentives. The contact to conspecifics is essential for the rabbit, which naturally lives in clans. The share of social behaviour in total behaviour amounts to up to 50% of total daily activity. For pet husbandry, two or more rabbits of the same age, which in the best case are used freshly weaned from the mother as a group, are ideal

[@apinkangel1925]

You’re so beautiful and you have rabbits! Amazing!

[@paulafsl]

"you have to have two". WTF? That's not true! They are social animals, is good to have two living together. But it's far from being an obligation.

[@Ispitonyourgrave]

exactly

[@angel1xoxo]

Right

[@ameliacamilleri3295]

Paula Cordeiro thank you! I don’t like how it was phrased as “have to have”

[@zoeyzoey19]

Humans can’t provide the same companionship another rabbit can. Some rabbits for whatever reason don’t get along with others and are kept as singles. However, if you can get another rabbit, it’s recommended because it really does benefit the rabbits.

[@garythelifesquirrel3066]

I have one boy and he’s perfectly happy

[@Splashstar216]

Bivvy pet insurance covers 50% of all vet costs for rabbits. That's what I have and they've been great. My claims are filed almost immediately.

[@stevenminch3795]

my rabbit isn’t neutered yet. I wanted to do it when it was spring break (because rabbit neuters in my vet are available only on thursday and friday morning)and i had a job but then covid hit. I asked my vet how much it would cost and she said she would mail it and then a few days later, i got it and it’s $542. I have a spayed female but they’re not gonna get bonded until my male rabbit is neutered and recovered.

[@greggleason8467]

I adopted a baby bun for $150, included the cage and some food and water bottle. After that for my travel carrier and some more food for $90 After that just a checkup is $50-100 (first one for me was 51) So for the first week I have spent ~$300. And for spaying (my bun is a girl) the cost at my vet is $275

[@dollyplainjane4753]

It was only $60 to neuter my bunny several years ago in north Florida.

[@marciesawyer1871]

It's kind of cheap but that's in my opinion because it's usually expensive to do that what usually a hundred or something I think

[@bunny8148]

I’m working towards getting another rabbit for mine, I only have one and I don’t want him to get lonely :)

[@charlietheemo8831]

I have one rabbit Marshmello she is very expensive and where I live it cost a lot to get them spayed I am saving up for getting her spayed I’m a bit more that half way there I hope I can save up soon though because then I could get her a friend but of course I would have to bond them

[@sister3130]

a rabbit in Toney ,Al. is 15. bucks and feed is 11. dallars . it will feed him 2 months. thsts about it. you can grow your own Timithy hay ,10. for seed 1 LB.

[@anniecorbo912]

your hair looks great!

[@mypawfectfamily]

Love this! However I do things rabbits are one of the more affordable pets. People grossly underestimate the cost of all animals. If rabbits are cheaper pets, jsut imagine how much some others can cost. Please do your research for any animal you plan to buy

[@lazyhomebody1356]

True. My dog just got an $880 check up, and has allergies and a heart problem. The medicine is almost $50 per month. You can never tell if you'll get a healthy pet or not!

[@isabelkhaouli5096]

My rabbit costs 40 because she was on special! :)

[@Michelle-vf4wm]

Addison Reeves uhh how no it doesn’t

[@not_blanks]

My two cost 2500-300 the first year. I live in California and one hay bale is 27 dollars and about 30 bc tax. A cheap price for adoption for one where I live is 100 dollars. My estimate is without the vet bills!

[@Michelle-qd9gm]

My rabbit died the day I started my chemo bless him I had stocked him up for winter with feed and straw and other items it’s not cheap I do miss him

[@mckenzieswanson7084]

Love ya

[@valentinaarias2849]

Where do you get your fleece blankets

[@nicholasbates990]

Please do the emergency kit I have been doing so much wrong but you are helping me and my bunny is as happy as dver

[@user-fk7ls9lz8b]

Hi Hayley!! You probably won't see this, but can you make a video about transitioning rabbits from pellets to veggies? I don't know how to properly transition the bunny I am planning on getting, she has been fed on pellets for the full 4 years of her life and I'm not sure how or where to start. Thank you!!

[@briannafigueroa4796]

doctor: “you have 26 minutes and 32 seconds left to live” me:

[@LoveABun]

brianna figueroa WTH kind of comment is that?

[@torilouise9399]

My rabbit had GI status and I spent almost $800 😰 and my hay is $16 either weekly or fortnightly lol. My boy is free roam and I find it a lot easier , he is also litter trained. Hutches in my opinion are not only cruel but such a waste of money , where I live they range from $200-$500+ which in my opinion is so ridiculous when I can bunny proof my house aid areas for way less and have him with me all the time , none the less rabbits are amazing little pets but they are not “ easy “ pets lol. My rabbits higher maintenance then my cat lol

[@torilouise9399]

Ps Hailey you look so pretty ! I started using care fresh since following you and I love it !

[@zionahgardner723]

@@torilouise9399 I completely agree it is like cruel and unusual punishment to put rabbits in small cages!

[@bellalucy8419]

Question about the blankets I have marble floors could I just put a carpet down! ???

[@zionahgardner723]

For traction for rabbits I find this works!

[@sourbeegy9309]

I will adopt a a bunny no matter how expensive it is!.......

[@peanutthepiratebunny9900]

what should i feed a baby/adult rabbit i do not get what to feed them please help p.s. i love your channel

[@zionahgardner723]

Hay wise I feed baby rabbits alfalfa... My adult gets a orchard grass/Timothy hay mix. I feed my adult rabbit a salad in the day and one in the night and a fourth cup of pellets in between. Baby gets a smaller salad at the same time. No pellets. Hope I could help! That's what I do!

[@Melanieprentzas]

80-90% hay for their digestive health. Small pet select has great quality. They are on line and also available thru amazon. Be careful in stores that the hay is not old and yellow. Pellets 1/4 cup a day that have vitamins. The rest salad greens. Read up on which things to feed buns. NOT iceberg lettuce. Limit one small serving of treat ( dried fruits typically). Please print a list from Lennon the bunny channel and be careful what you feed them. Bowl of fresh water all the time. Bottles are not good. They don’t get enough. Bunnies can drink as much as a cat or dog. Timothy hay is best for hay. Alfalfa and others can have too many calories for adult bunnies to feed regular. Good for you to ask!

[@kayla-qh2tv]

You don't have to get two. but it's better to have two. I hate how she said you HAVE to have two, I only have one bunny and he is completely fine on his own because he gets a lot of attention and care. YOU DO NOT NEED TWO

[@emma.n.cats1]

You might not need two but just because a rabbit is fine doesnt mean they are thriving a personally believe buns should be in pairs or more but you don't need to. A human can't replace exactly what a rabbit to rabbit bond would be like. but this is just my take on it

[@emma.n.cats1]

But I agree with you about not "needing" two, ultimately it is your decision but I believe they should have a friend especially since it can help with some behaviours you may not like that your single rabbit does.

[@zionahgardner723]

Remember it's all about opinions and respecting them! I personally don't agree with needing two rabbits! I do believe you do need another ANIMAL for rabbit to have companionship with! That's my opinion and I respect your opinion!

[@arigatou312]

YOU DO NEED TWO RABBITS! Please read this and reconsider! If my English seems a bit off, because I’m not using appropriate words since my native language is German, I apologize in advance and hope you will understand me regardless Can my rabbit live alone? -Are you there for your rabbit 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, until it dies? - Will you brush his ears and lick his eyes? - Are you bobbing around with him and exploring the surroundings? - Are you lying about seven hours a day with body contact together with your rabbit? - Can you speak the rabbit language and talk to your rabbit in everyday life? - Do you keep watch when your rabbit sleeps and knocks when a potential enemy approaches, so that your rabbit can really relax while sleeping because it knows you're watching? - ...etc ! If you can't answer these questions with yes, your rabbit needs another rabbit as a partner ! Think about ist: Even if you spend four hours a day working intensively with your rabbit, it's still 20 hours a day alone and lonely. That's 600 lonely hours a month and 57,600 in a whole rabbit's life. Also good care and a lot of enrichment can unfortunately not replace another rabbit. Therefore, get a second rabbit to give your rabbit a happy life. Fortunately, in Austria and Switzerland the keeping of rabbits is already banned, in Germany a new legal regulation is being sought. What scientific studies tell us about individual housing/keeping: Rabbits living alone move less than rabbits in the group. In addition, they eat out of boredom, so that obesity can occur more quickly. Extreme grating (and other behavioural abnormalities) was observed in the individual rabbits in one study, but was not found when observing pairs of rabbits. Despite various retreat possibilities, the rabbits preferred to lie down next to their partner. Are there incompatible rabbits? So my conclusion so far is: Every rabbit can find a partner! If you still think you have an incompatible rabbit with you, you can contact a breeder or an animal shelter to get help, they can provide you with many differently aged and mannered rabbits. Rabbit owners often break off the socialization prematurely because there are fights. Fighting and fur flight, however, is part of any combination, otherwise rabbits cannot clarify their ranking. Besides, not every rabbit gets along with everyone else. Sometimes you have to try two or three different rabbits. Most of the time, however, it works right off the bat. Other reasons for unsuccessful socialization may be wrong combinations or inappropriate husbandry/care/keeping or an inappropriate place for socialisation. In Germany keeping two rabbits is enforced by breeders, shelters and pet shops alike. Here is a quote, translated to English, by „Bundesverband praktizierender Tierärzte e.V“ which is a Federal Association of Practicing Veterinarians: Probably the most common problem in pet husbandry is monotony and associated boredom. Behavioural disorders are often the result. Rabbit-friendly husbandry should therefore - like any other animal husbandry - provide variety and environmental incentives. The contact to conspecifics is essential for the rabbit, which naturally lives in clans. The share of social behaviour in total behaviour amounts to up to 50% of total daily activity. For pet husbandry, two or more rabbits of the same age, which in the best case are used freshly weaned from the mother as a group, are ideal

[@zionahgardner723]

@@arigatou312 Due to my stay at home life style and closely wound relationship with my rabbit I can answer most of all of these with a yes... Although I don't lick my rabbit, I do groom him and NO ONE I know speaks rabbit 🤷‍♀️ anyway... This is only me and I respect you!

[@hazelsanimals3124]

I have two rabbits and they cost about $1500 a year. But last year it was about $2000 because I got them nurtured.

[@vickyliu7247]

I luv rabbits 🐇! I have a rabbit called Misty, he’s in my profile pic.

[@zionahgardner723]

O.o very perty!💁‍♀️💅

[@vickyliu7247]

Sunshine_ Gacha I’m soo sorry about that....;-;

[@gabriellacarlson9994]

We found 6 baby bunnies in our front yard and dude tdd see the mother so we took them inside but one jump out and then in the next week 3 more died so now we have two bunnies that are doing good and are about 3 1/2 to 5 weeks old now

[@DrPeterKirk]

I live in the US and it was $800 just for a male to get fixed

[@donnaheroux931]

Do rabbit emergency kits?

[@maliyahmoniz8519]

yes! An updated emergency kit video would really help and iv already watched all of your videos XDD if you have time i would love to see one!❤️

[@abdullahgm]

あなたがバニーを飼っているとき、それは本当に増えます。私のバニーはちょうどG.I.うっ血と獣医法案はほぼドルでした！

[@mollychrisa1]

Wow, thanks Girl🏆👌🌿☯️🧘‍♀️🐰🐇👩‍🌾🛒😇

[@randomperson3712]

My bunny was 25 at a shelter

[@mannerni8999]

I can never replace toys fast enough. I have 3 rabbits, 2 of then are fine when they get new toys and will chew them a normal amount. But the third, and the oldest is obsessive when it comes to toys. When he gets new ones he wont leave them alone until they are completely gone. And while still living with my parents and with limited income because I'm in college I cant afford go buy him £30 worth of toys every day so I do have to give them to him slowly...

[@Ediemae123]

In UK its about £50 to neuter idk how much to spay