Rabbits and their humans

There’s no doubt that pet rabbits will always benefit from spending positive time with you. For rabbits that are unfortunately kept alone, having a human to become their companion will be very important to them. Even rabbits kept in pairs enjoy interaction with their owners, and the more company you can give, the more you and your rabbits will bond and enjoy being with each other.

Interaction between small children and rabbits

Rabbits are animals that need to feel secure within their home environment. They are not suitable as children’s pets (although having rabbits as FAMILY pets can be great), and young children should not be allowed to handle rabbits without adult supervision.

When rabbits feel insecure they can struggle, kick and even bite. This can lead to the child being hurt and even becoming scared of the rabbits. The child might equally drop the rabbit leading to injury.

Good supervision can prevent this type of negative situation, and enable the whole family and their rabbits to enjoy a calm and happy relationship.

As an Agria Pet Insurance customer, you can speak to a vet completely free whenever you have a question or concern about your pet’s health. Simply download the Agria app for free 24/7 video calls; giving you expert advice to help keep your pet happy and healthy. Download free from your app store or find out more.

Other useful guides and advice for rabbit owners:

• How to feed your rabbit: From pellets to hay, all you need to know about feeding your bunny
• Rabbit grooming and routine care: Find out what daily checks you need to do as well as annual vaccinations 
• Common diseases in rabbits: Signs and symptoms of common illnesses in rabbits and when to seek help from your vet
• Spaying and neutering your rabbits: When is the right time and why we’d recommend it