Articles Tagged: rabbits

When Pets Grieve
Our pets are like us in many ways. Many pet owners can clearly understand their pets’ moods and emotions by just the way they look at us or the way they wag their tail.

Introducing Pet Rabbits to Cats and Dogs
Those who enjoy the company of animals tend to agree: multi-species households are the best. At Animal Friends, we get to know many savvy pet owners who keep happy households with dogs, cats and rabbits living under the same roof.

Every Litter Hurts: The Facts About Spay and Neuter
You’ve probably heard it before. Even the most well-meaning pet lovers will sometimes say: “I’m just going to let my pet have one litter before she’s spayed. What could just one litter hurt?” When there are already more pets in a community than there are available homes, every litter hurts. Shelters across America are bursting at the seams with unwanted animals. In Allegheny County alone, conservative estimates show that 25,000 abandoned pets enter shelters each year. Nationally, an estimated 3-4 million dogs and cats are euthanized at animal control facilities and shelters every year. That’s over 10,000 animals a day and over 400 per hour – pretty sobering statistics.

Pet Adoption: Why Adopt from a Shelter?
Experts agree: pets are good for us! Pets bring love and laughter into our lives, encourage us to exercise and play, and even help lower our blood pressure. Pets are good for families because they help kids learn about empathy and responsibility. But with so many places to adopt, rescue, or purchase a pet, the amount of research involved can be overwhelming. Whether you’re looking for your first pet or are an experienced pet owner, you should first consider the many benefits of adopting from a shelter.

You Adopted a Rabbit! Now What?
“She was so cute, I couldn’t resist! Now what do I do?” At Animal Friends, we frequently hear from callers who need guidance after bringing home their first bunny. Sometimes all of the research in the world won’t calm a new parent—especially one who’s new to the bunny world.

Videos Tagged: rabbits

How Do I Groom My Bunny?
Grooming your bunny is benificial to you both!

Why Should I Get My Bunny Neutered?
. . . because we don't need any more baby bunnies in Pittsburgh!

Can Bunnies Understand What We Say?
Quick answer: "YES!"

What's the Best House for a Pet Bunny?
Where's the best place to keep your pet bunny? Animal Friends' rabbit expert Mary Cvetan says: "In the house with you!"

What Do Rabbits Eat?
Ask any rabbit: Hay is #1! -- not carrots.

Will My Rabbit Dig and Chew?
Rabbits need to do both. So help them out at home.

One Bunny or Two?
Bunnies -- like the rest of us -- love companionship, but it's good to know the best ways to introduce them to each other.