Rabbits As Pets In Australia

Rabbits are a social species and should not be kept alone or without at least one other rabbit with whom they are compatible.

Rabbits as pets in australia. The wild rabbit is now considered to be a pest in australia and in states such as queensland keeping a rabbit as a domestic pet is illegal although rabbits may be kept as pets in new south wales and victoria. Generally rabbits should live as part of a bonded pair of rabbits. Here are some important tips on taking care of your rabbits and a quick reminder that rabbits cannot be kept as pets in queensland. Rabbits are often seen as children s pets and can be affectionate animals but don t always respond well to lots of cuddles and given their small size can be easily hurt or traumatised.

An adult 18 years or older must be the primary carer of your rabbit. Rabbits can live to be over 10 years old so bringing a rabbit home is a long term commitment and is not something to be taken lightly. For children 8 years and older an adult should be the primary carer of the rabbits. They have been introduced into australia to control the wild rabbit population.

Try to reduce the risk of mosquito bites to your rabbits as mosquitos can carry myxomatosis from the wild rabbit population to your pet. Unfortunately pet rabbits are just as susceptible to them. These diseases are generally fatal for pet rabbits. This is a process that takes some time and patience but if successful will hugely improve your rabbits quality.