Lynn Butterfield, Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette-RogersPhone: (801) 550-6334
Email: Lynn@LynnButterfield.com
Email: Lynn@LynnButterfield.com
Have you ever considered domesticated rabbits as pets? Rabbits are intelligent, social and affectionate animals that can make an excellent companion under the right care. Providing the right environment and lifestyle is crucial for keeping a rabbit healthy, however, so it’s important to know how the happiest pet rabbits live.
For anybody interested in their own house rabbit, here are some of the key things to know:
Rabbits play and learn and need stimulation from others. These animals have an active lifestyle and require frequent activity. To maintain your rabbit’s health and happiness, ensure they have enough stimulation and exercise.
According to experts, rabbits are most active in the early morning and late evening. Schedule some playtime with your pet rabbit first thing in the morning and around dinner time to keep them engaged during their most active hours.
Rabbits are social animals who prefer being in a group. Therefore, it’s always recommended to get a minimum of two rabbits as pets. If you do not have space or money to keep two rabbits, you’ll need to be extra attentive to their social needs.
Having a companion will help them stay happy and prevent them from getting lonely or anxious. However, be careful to choose either two male rabbits or two female rabbits unless you are prepared for baby rabbits.
The proper housing is crucial to keeping a happy rabbit at home. They must have a protected area as well as space for exercise. Ideally, a rabbit hutch should have a water-resistant enclosed area and an open area for them to run around. Make sure there is adequate air circulation and soft surface underfoot.
Rabbits can make wonderful pets in the right circumstances. Keep this guide in mind if you’re considering adopting one of these adorable furry friends into your home.
Lynn Butterfield is an Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker and is a Certified Real Estate Negotiator. Mr. Butterfield has 41 years of experience in real estate sales and development. His vast experience ranges from luxury sales through commercial sales and leasing. Perhaps more importantly, he focuses his attention on client success, whether he's helping someone buy their first home, or working with a developer seeking assistance to create and position a large project in the marketplace. One recent client said, "Working with Lynn is almost like working with a Real Estate Attorney, because he knows exactly what to look for, so you can be protected!" Another first-time home buyer just said, "I needed someone to hold my hand through this because it's the largest investment we'll ever make! I know he isn't in this just to make a quick buck. He really cares about his clients!"
Whether you're in the research phase at the beginning of your real estate search or you know exactly what you're looking for, you'll benefit from having a real estate professional by your side. He would be honored to put his real estate experience to work for you.
