I've been living a pet-free existence for a while but I'm about to rent a room from a guy who owns a friendly old dog, and who might let me get something like a bunny. \o/
Is bunny ownership generally a good time? Are they affectionate or playful animals?
Gyro, September 14, 2016, 10:53:53 am
They can be. I've had 3 in my adult life all with varying personalities. I think they are a great pet because they are easy to litter-box train (they naturally like to go in corners, add a box, presto), they can be really playful and fun, and they force you to visit the produce aisle more than you normally would. One of ours lived nearly 9 years (adopted from approx. 1 year old with her sister).
My current rabbit acts more like a middle aged golden retriever for example. She just wants to lay in a bed and get pet, brushed, and played with. She likes to explore the guest bedroom, bathroom, etc. Doesn't really nip or eat cords, clothes, other non bunny things.
Matilda, one of two sisters we had previous, was a former rock guitarist reincarnated as a rabbit. She would let herself out, eat cords, harrass her sister, jump up on the chairs, couches, beds and eat them, jump in the hay box, so on and so forth. She was always trying to turn the apartment into a hotel room on tour. She had her sweet moments too, but was otherwise a terror. Charming about it though.
That is the contrast you could find yourself with. If it is something your serious about, I'd recommend looking into a local "house rabbit society" in your area. They are essentially a volunteer organization like the Humane Society, that specializes in giraf...rabbits.
I can answer more in depth questions if you'd like.