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But i think that wellinformed house rabbit owners have better info, because their objective is to have the rabbit live the longest, healthiest life possible. The rabbit handbook the information you need to raise happy, healthy rabbits rabbits make wonderful pets. We belong to a local rescue group called bunny buddies. House rabbits often live considerably longer lives than outdoor bunnies up to 12 years in some cases, and so the argument for keeping your rabbit inside as a household pet is a strong one. I started with the house rabbit handbook by marinell harriman.
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