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the book is lacking insome areas!October 5, 2008 I was expecting a really good book after reading the other reviews on this sight,they were the reason i chose the book. Yes the book provides alot of info on rabbits and their care but it is also lacking abit.For example in the outdoor hutch section there is hardly any mention of bedding let alone the fact that rabbits must have plenty of hay(or other suitable bedding) to snuggle in in winter. some people may even think that rabbits don't need anything in their hutch!
The book is american and they obviously house their rabbits differently to us as they say oudoor hutches need wire mesh floors that allow the poop to fall through!(very unpleasant for the bunny!)although they do say that 1 third of the bottom should be solid as buns who stand exclusively on wire day in day out do get sore hocks and infections!!!???
Another gripe is the section on housing sizes they say the minimum hutch size for an average 6 pound rabbit is 2ft x 3ft. that is too small. The animal welfare law says
"It's not acceptable to keep a rabbit alone in a small hutch, without the ability to exercise. Hutches should be a minimum of 6 x 2 x 2 feet - ideally with an attached run to allow the rabbits to exercise. Runs should be a minimum of 6 x 4 x 4"
Not enough is said about how important it is for rabbits to have company although quite alot is said about 2 buns being double the work. It is ok to have a single rabbit indoors if you are around alot of the time but to put a rabbit down the bottom of the garden on his own makes for a very lonely life.
The info on myxomatosis is relevent to the us where it is not so much of a problem but not clear enough for the uk.Rabbits in the uk must have vaccinations twice a year to help prevent this hideous disease.
All in all it is quite a good reference book but could lead to some housing problems.
Excellent all round rabbit refernce guideJanuary 7, 2008 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a great book for beginners and experienced rabbit owners. It provides a good format for quick access to the information you are looking for.
Originally I bought this before a got my first rabbit and read it from cover to cover (something I highly recommend). Now I use it as a quick reference guide as it has a good index at the rear.
It is aimed more at American rabbit keepers and there are lots of contacts for rabbit supplies etc in the USA, however they have not left out vital information for the rest of us. There is good information on vaccinations for diseases such as Myxomotosis and VHD, something which I believe is not as crucial in the States.
There is information from diet to accommodation, behavior to illness. And although it is not a medical book, I believe there is a good amount of info on illness and how to spot is your bunny is sick for the average rabbit keeper to put their mind at rest.
I would recommend this book to all rabbit keepers and rabbit keepers to be.
Bunny perfectDecember 29, 2005 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a fantasic book for every bunny owner. I especially recommend it to people who are considering getting one, as they can really prepare their homes and attitudes for the little newcomer. Lots of useful information on our little friends. Highly recommended.
GreatAugust 11, 2005 6 out of 6 found this review helpful
What can i say? Except buy it!! I am extreamly knowledgable on rabbits, some might say an expert, but even i learnt a few new things!!
rabbits, rabbits, and more rabbitsApril 13, 2004 13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I wanted a rabbit a couple of months ago, but knew nothing about them. So when i came across 'Rabbits for Dummies' i bought it. It helped me chose the rabbit i wanted and also helped me to care for it. It tells you what a good cage is to how much to feed them. I now know alot about rabbits and i am very happy that i bought it. The best rabbit book around.
