How much work does a rabbit take? how much looking after?

[anniebear]

and what are the costs?

My DD's age 6 are terrified of anything that moves

It is getting so bad now, I am scared they will run out onto the road if a cat or dog appears

Thought about getting a rabbit

thanks

We got two - as they like company. I think they were about £25 each from a petshop, then you've got the hutch (expensive - £70 ish), injections when you first get them (I think it was around £40). Then it's hay/straw/food to buy regularly. So I suppose it adds up to quite a bit for something little, but the kids do love them. They feed them and play with them, but I do the cleaning out (which I prefer as they make a mess!).

What abotu guinea pigs? My niece has 2 (aged 5) and they are lovely pets.

Rabbits are a lot more work than guinea pigs.

Rabbits need a lot more space, also they have big sharp claws which can hurt if they suddenly try to jump from your arms (not unusual). Also the lop-eared types are inclined to suffer from teeth trouble which is very distressing for them and expensive for you.

I've had rabbits and guinea pigs all my life and have settled on pigs whilst dcs are small. They are just the right size to pick up, no huge scratchy claws, need less space (although they do need a run). Mine have dried food every other day, alternating with veg/fruit scraps, they also love handfuls of fresh spring grass. I spend £3 on straw about every 2 weeks, and £3/£4 on food every 5/6 weeks.

Oh, and they smell lovely !

not keen on guinea pigs!!!!!

Am I cruel just having 1?

thanks

We have rabbits and love them but they're probably not the best choice of pet for young kids because they have got strong back legs and can scratch and bite so they can be tricky to handle.

Hamsters much more manageable.

we have rabbit but not good with dc's as you have to hold her firmly or she gets nervous and trys to jump .
Could you not get kitten / puppy ?