They spoil quickly and recent studies indicate they maybe harmful after spoiling. No vaccines required in the United States. Exercise - Encourage 2 hours of supervised daily activity. This helps improve digestion, prevents obesity and combats boredom that may result in abnormal behavior such as chewing or excessive self grooming. Exercise also strengthens bones which are often weak in domestic rabbits.
Rabbits love to chew electric cords, carpets and furniture.
Spaying - At 4 to 5 months of age females should be spayed. This helps prevent uterine infections and cancer. Cervical cancer is very common in females over 5 years of age. Neutering - At 4 to 5 months of age males should be neutered. It helps prevent belligerent behavior which is typical of mature bucks caused by the onset of sexual hormones.