Q: Pour the oil into a large saucepan and set it on your stove over medium heat. Let the oil heat up for 30 to 60 seconds before continuing to the next step. It should look glossy and should easily glide around the bottom of the pan when the pan is tilted. Do not let the oil begin to smoke, however. Stir the onion into the hot oil and cook it alone, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute. The onion should start to become fragrant and take on a translucent appearance, but it should not yet begin to brown. Stir the garlic into the onion and cook both, stirring frequently, until the garlic turns golden brown. This should only take 2 or 3 minutes. The mixture should be fragrant and lightly toasted, but not quite browned. Cook the onions and garlic carefully. If they start to burn, this burnt flavor will also taint the rice and make the dish less appetizing. Add the rice and the salt to the saucepan. Stir well to distribute the onion and garlic evenly. Basmati and jasmine rice are recommended, but any long-grain white rice should be fine. Stir the contents of the pan until the rice starts to take on a lightly toasted appearance. As you toast the rice, you will need to stir it frequently to ensure that none of the grains stick to the bottom of the pan. Add the hot water to the saucepan. Stir well, making sure that all of the rice is submerged. For best results, use boiling water prepared in a saucepan, tea kettle, or microwave. Hot tap water will also work, but make sure that it is as hot as possible before adding it to the pan. After adding it to the pan, let the water reach a boil before continuing to the next step. Cover the saucepan with its lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until all of the water has been absorbed. If the water evaporates before the rice is tender, you can add more water to the pan and continue cooking it. Only add 1/4 cup (60 ml) of additional water at a time, though, to prevent the mixture from getting too soupy. The Brazilian rice is now finished and ready to enjoy.
A: Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion. Add the garlic. Stir in the rice and salt. Let the rice brown. Pour in the hot water. Simmer until done. Serve hot.

Q: Some rabbits become territorial due to sexual maturity. However, other rabbits simply become aggressive if you reach into the cage or try to remove the rabbit from his environment. Other signs of cage protective behavior include biting you when you try to clean the cage or remove his food or toys. Rabbits need to feel like they have a safe space, which is most likely the cage. Reaching into the cage could be seen as a threatening act. Instead of reaching into your rabbit's cage to pull him out, try leaving the gate open and letting him come out when he's ready. Some rabbits resort to biting out of boredom. Much like a nagging child who pulls on your arm and cries until you pay attention, your rabbit's biting may simply be caused by boredom and not getting enough attention. Spend some time each day petting your rabbit or playing with him (if he'll let you). Consider getting a second rabbit to keep your bunny company. If you do this, however, you should ensure that both rabbits have been desexed to avoid aggressive competition. Make sure your rabbit gets plenty of exercise time outside his cage. Try to play with him, or simply let him romp around and explore a bunny-proof room. If your rabbit has reached the age of four or five months old and developed aggressive biting habits, it's possible that he's reached sexual maturity. This can mean that the rabbit is in heat, and may continue to act aggressively until he is desexed. Spraying urine is a common sign of being in heat, as well as the rabbit plucking its own hair (though this may be more common in females than males). Grunting, growling, and biting may be related to sexual behavior, though there could be other explanations. Talk to your vet or a qualified animal specialist if you're unsure of your rabbit's developmental stage. Some rabbits will nip at you when you try to discourage destructive behavior. This usually indicates irritation or a desire to be left alone, especially if it comes as a response to touching or moving your rabbit. Nipping may simply be a cry for attention. Try guessing what your rabbit might need (petting, food, water, etc.) and see if that stops his nipping. Typically, if your rabbit is nipping, it's to give you a warning. The easiest way to deal with a rabbit that wants his space is to leave him alone or put him back in his cage. Any time your rabbit's aggression or biting becomes a problem, you should talk to your veterinarian for advice on how to proceed. If the rabbit has already been desexed it could be a behavioral problem, perhaps related to previous mishandling, mistreatment, or even abuse. It could also be an underlying health problem that's causing your rabbit to act out. Your vet will be able to give you more concrete advice based on your rabbit's health history, adoption history, and a comprehensive physical examination.
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Recognize cage protective behavior. Learn the signs of a bored rabbit. Identify the signs of a rabbit in heat. Address nipping behavior. Know when to see a vet.