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What supplies and information do you need to own a pet rabbit?

I need a supply list, information, and a list of fruits and veggies!! Thanks =)

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1. Rabbits only eat meat :D and they love drinking apple juice :D you should get a flying pony that poops rainbows :)
2. Rabbits do NOT eat meat. The previous answer is blatantly false and should not be followed. We have had rabbits for 15 years. They are herbivores. You will need a cage, litter box and litter, timothy hay, pellets, a water bowl and food bowl, and fresh greens like romaine lettuce and kale. Also if you can find a copy of "The House Rabbit Handbook" buy it. It is a valuable resource.
3. One of the answers that says rabbits eat meat is WRONG! Rabbits are herbivores and only eat plant material. You will need a cage, litter box and litter, timothy hay, pellets, a water bottle, a food bowl, and fresh greens. The House Rabbit Society has a web page. Greens include romaine, cilantro, parsley, kale, and radicchio. Fruits should be given sparingly and include papaya, apples, and banana.
4. First, do not believe Bobby. He obviously knows nothing about rabbits because rabbits do not eat meat and it disturbs me that anyone would tell you that. They are strict herbivores and eat timothy hay, pellets and fresh greens and fruits. Ogslog and Elliott have outlined everything you need to begin raising a rabbit. There are good books on it too from the library or bookstore. We have had rabbits for over 20 years and now have 4.
5. Supply List - - Food bowl - Water bottle - Fresh rabbit pellets - Munching sticks/rabbit treats - Large hutch with run OR cage - Lots of hay - Toys, plenty of them! - Travelling crate INFORMATION - Since house rabbits love to chew, cords must be out of their way and anything you value should be out of reach. House rabbits love to investigate new surroundings. So rabbit care is very important so your pet rabbit will not get into trouble.Finances: Owning a pet rabbit comes with added financial responsibility. Be prepared to spend money up front on the adoption fee ($60+), as well as housing/food/bunny proofing supplies. In addition, be sure you'll be able to afford ongoing costs for a bunny on food, litter, and vet bills (including spay/neuter fees if the bunny didn't get the surgery while at the shelter/rescue). To give you an idea of costs, check out Petfinder's Estimated Yearly Costs of Pet Ownership chart. Bunny Housing: Rabbits are social animals. The location of a rabbit's housing area within your home (which can take the form of a puppy pen, bunny condo, large cage, or just an area with the food, litter boxes, and cardboard castles if the bunny is free reign) is an extremely important consideration. Enrichment: Rabbits will get into trouble if they're bored. They'll make their own fun chewing your possessions if you don't provide alternate forms of entertainment. A great diversion for rabbits is a cardboard castle filled with empty toilet paper rolls, old phone books, and other paper products you find around the house. Litterbox Training: Most rabbit rescues will start the process of litter training the bunnies they take in. So a rescue bunny should have the basics down, but sometimes rabbits forget their good habits once they move into their new home. This is natural because the drastic change in environment can be very stressful. Litter training can be frustrating at times, but the key is persistence and consistent reinforcement of good habits. Read our article about litter training to learn more. Nutrition: It's important to have a good understanding of a rabbit's nutritional needs throughout his/her life. Proper nutrition (and in the correct amounts) is vital for a rabbit's well-being. The staple of a rabbit's diet is fiber. Rabbits must have access to unlimited grass hays at all times. It is very important to ensure that hay allergies will not pose a problem for anyone in the household. For a more detailed explanation of rabbit nutrition, see our article, What to Feed Your House Rabbit and Hay: Essential for Good Bunny Health. Another great link is the House Rabbit Society's article about diet, which discusses the appropriate amounts as well as types of food to give your rabbit from youth to old age. Bonding with a Bunny: Rabbits can be quite affectionate animals, but personalities definitely vary from individual to individual. Most rabbits don't particularly like being held/picked up, and some bunnies are more aloof than others. See ourarticle, Building a Relationship with Your Pet Rabbit, for more information about taking steps to bond with a bunny.Talk with a volunteer at a local rabbit rescue to learn more about which rabbit (or pair of rabbits) has a personality that would be a good fit for you and your family. FRUITS/VEGGIES - Alfalfa, radish & clover sprouts Baby bok choy Basil Beet greens (tops)* Bok choy Broccoli (mostly leaves/stems)* Brussels sprouts Carrot & carrot tops* Celery Chinese celery Cilantro Clover Collard greens* Dandelion greens and flowers (no pesticides)* Dwarf choy sum Endive* Escarole Gai long Green peppers Kale (!)* Mint Mustard greens* Parsley* Pea pods (the flat edible kind: snow pea or sugar snap pea)* Peppermint leaves Raddichio Radish tops Raspberry leaves Romaine lettuce (no iceberg or light colored leaf)* Spinach (!)* Watercress* Wheat grass Yu choy (!)=Use sparingly. High in either oxalates or goitrogens and may be toxic in accumulated quantities over a period of time