Rabbits For Dummies [Paperback]

Connie Isbell (Author), Audrey Pavia (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470430648 | ISBN-13: 978-0470430644 | Publication Date: March 30, 2009 | Edition: 2

Your hands-on guide to being a responsible rabbit owner

Want to raise a happy, healthy bunny? This practical guide gives you everything you need to know to successfully adopt, nurture, live with, and love a rabbit. From choosing a rabbit and preparing its home to training, healthcare, and having fun with your bunny, you get a wealth of expert tips that will have your rabbit (and you) hopping with joy!

• Jump into bunny basics — decide whether a rabbit is the right pet for you, discover the different breeds, and find out the best places to adopt your bunny

• Take care of creature comforts — from housing and grooming to feeding and healthcare, provide the best care for your friend

• Practice bunny "psychology" — understand bunny body language and sounds, handle behavior issues, and train your bunny to do tricks and use the litter box

• Enjoy the wonderful world of rabbits — play games with your bunny, join clubs and organizations, show your rabbit, and make traveling with bunny easy

Open the book and find:

• Informative photos and illustrations

• Detailed breed descriptions

• How to think like a rabbit

• Tips for handling bad bunny behavior

• The latest on organic cuisine and homegrown feeding options

• Games to play with your rabbit

• How to live with an indoor bunny (which is recommended!)

• Ten signs that require emergency action

• A bunch of bunny resources — from rescue groups to registries to Web sites

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Tips on health, grooming, and litterbox training

Find the right rabbit for you and help him live a long, happy life

Get a jump on the best care for your rabbit! This friendly guide is packed with informative photos and how-to sections on housing, feeding, and health care. You’ll also get tips on understanding bunny body language and helpful hints on acclimating your new bunny into your household or backyard.

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

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About the Author

Connie Isbell is a former editor and writer at Audubon magazine, as well as the editor of numerous pet books. Audrey Pavia is the author of many books on pets and animals, including the bestselling Horses For Dummies and The Rabbit: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet. She has been a frequent contributor to numerous pet publications, editor-in-chief of Horse Illustrated, and senior editor of The AKC Gazette.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (March 30, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470430648
• ISBN-13: 978-0470430644
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #111,663 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good intro to rabbits, but should not be your only book, June 26, 2004

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Sara D. (Akron, Oh United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rabbits For Dummies (Paperback)

This book is a great introduction to the world of the companion rabbit. It provides quick access to easy to understand tibits about common rabbit concerns. It's written in a manner that is able to keep most people's attention and interest.

The only problem I have with the book is the fact that it doesn't emphasize that rabbits should not be kept in hutches. Rabbits, regardless of size, should be kept in a set-up that is more akin to that of a dog pen. An area that measures approximately four feet by four feet that is fenced off INSIDE your home will be a better set-up for your new lagomorph. They need space to run around and play while you are at work or school and the wire bottom of pet-store rabbit cages can be very harsh on their feet. They do not have foot-pads like dogs or cats. If you value the health of your new companion, please use a dog pen.

I recommend looking into adopting a rabbit from your local House Rabbit Society chapter (http://www.rabbit.org/chapters/index.html). Rabbits from pet stores are often sick and not litterbox trained (yes, they are easily trained and very clean animals).

That all said, please read this book before you purchase a bunny. I also recommend reading "The House Rabbit Handbook: Living With an Urban Rabbit" and "Rabbit Health in the 21st Century." Rabbits are much different from dogs and cats and have special health concerns, but can make great pets for the right people.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good General Care Book, December 9, 2005

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Julie (Arlington, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rabbits For Dummies (Paperback)

This is one of my favorite reference books for rabbits. The book covers all aspects of rabbit care from getting a rabbit, to housing, feeding, training, behavior problems, illness, and death. The format is easy to read and specific information is easy to find. The Appendix offers some great resources on education, activities, rescues, publications, shopping, and registries. The book brings together both ARBA and the House Rabbit Society. It knocks neither and presents both sides; so its a safe pick-up for a believer of either spectrum. I recommend it in addition to "Rabbit Health in the 21st Century" by Kathy Smith as the only two books a beginner needs.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great rabbit care book, September 24, 2006

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informednow (cleveland, oh) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rabbits For Dummies (Paperback)

If you are new to bunnies or just want a thorough book on rabbit care, this is a great one. It covers every topic imaginable! I have found most "Dummy" books to be very informative, and this one is no exception. I would like a few more color pictures of rabbits, but other than this, the book is terrific!