Rabbits For Dummies

Introduction 1

Part 1: Bringing on the Bunny Basics 7

Chapter 1: Jumping into Rabbit Ownership 9

Chapter 2: Choosing the "Right" Rabbit 25

Chapter 3: So Many Breeds, So Little Time 41

Chapter 4: Hiding in Shelters, Holes, and Shops 55

Part 2: Taking Care of Creature Comforts 71

Chapter 5: Shacking Up with an Indoor Rabbit 73

Chapter 6: Stocking Up on Carrots 97

Chapter 7: Cleaning Behind Those Great Big Ears and More 109

Chapter 8: Making Fitness and Fresh Air Fun for Your Bunny 123

Chapter 9: Nipping Common Health Problems in the Bud 137

Chapter 10: Coping with Other Health Woes and Aging Issues 163

Part 3: Rabbit Psychology: Behavior and Training 181

Chapter 11: Thinking Like a Rabbit 183

Chapter 12: Putting Boxing Gloves on Your Rabbit: Training 195

Chapter 13: Reckoning with a Bad Bunny 203

Part 4: Enjoying Your Fun Bunny 217

Chapter 14: Playing Around Isn't Just for Dogs 219

Chapter 15: Getting Hoppy with Your House Rabbit 227

Chapter 16: Hitting the Road with Your Rabbit 243

Part 5: The Part of Tens 257

Chapter 17: Ten Signs That Require Emergency Action 259

Chapter 18: Ten Great Rabbit Web Sites 267

Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Make Your Bunny's Day 271

Appendix: Rabbit Resources 277

Index 285