If he hops away, wait till he comes back, or ask Mom and Dad for help. It scares him and if he struggles he might scratch. Humane societies, shelters and rescue agencies all report a sharp increase in the number of rabbits relinquished to them in the spring and summer months. Many more rabbits become ignored and eventually neglected. An increase in the local rabbit population often attracts coyotes and other animals who find them a convenient food source.
Rabbits require a commitment of time, energy and affection.
If you and your children are not ready for this, celebrate the coming of spring with stuffed bunnies and a visit to the zoo instead. Rabbits are a very unique pet. Much more demonstrative than typical small pets. For a complete listing of article comments, questions, and other discussions related to Roxanne Willems Snopek's Family Pet Care topic, please visit the Discussions page . Used under License.