Rabbits for Dummies (2nd Ed.)

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