Rabbits are more than fluffy balls of fun. Before bringing a rabbit into your house, be sure you are willing to dedicate the time needed to care for your rabbit. Besides supplying food, water and a clean cage, your rabbit will need grooming, exercise and mental stimulation. To keep a rabbit healthy they need daily, supervised time outside their cages. The cost of a large hutch plus food and bedding can add up over a bunny’s lifetime. Rabbits can live into their teens so they are a long-term commitment like a dog or cat. Rabbits don’t usually like to be picked up and can bite or scratch so they may not be the best pets for children. It is also hard for children to understand that even though a bunny might be close in size to a cat, bunnies don’t actually play with people. Learn more from your Carrollton, GA veterinarian.

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Some cats get anxious about going to the vet. In addition to the anxiety from a car ride, the office is filled with lots of unusual smells and people that will poke and prod at kitty. Make an appointment with your Carrollton, GA veterinarian to ensure a cat-friendly environment. Invest in a sturdy cat carrier that is large enough for your cat to move around comfortably. Help your cat feel comfortable in their carrier by encouraging them to go in with the door open, long before you actually have to go to the vet. You want to avoid a mad dash to hide and avoid the carrier. Come to the vet’s office fully prepared. Write down any questions you want to ask so you can pay more attention to your cat during the examination. And make sure your reward your cat with lots of praise and maybe even a treat.

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