A new survey has revealed shocking levels of misunderstanding when it comes to the welfare needs of rabbits in Britain. The truth is, they require a lot more maintenance than people think, typically cost more than £3000 in a lifetime and many aren’t getting the diet they need and are suffering terrible dental problems as a result.
Elaine Pendlebury, senior Vet at PDSA, the UK’s leading veterinary charity, gives some advice on owning a rabbit.