Rabbits with Dogs
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Really? Can dogs and rabbits get along? Well... that depends... SOME dogs can get along with SOME rabbits. The individual dog and its breed type will weigh heavily. Also, the individual rabbit will play a factor. There are a few rabbits that are just terrified of dogs. Many, however, seem comfortable with the family dog once they have been properly introduced.
Certain dogs, based on their breed, will simply have too much genetic disposition to overcome. Their prey drive will just be too strong. Yet there are still many breeds of dog that will accept the rabbit(s) as part of the family pack. Of the dogs pictured below, two black ones may look like the same dog. One is a Newfoundland, the other, a labradoodle. I'm afraid black dogs are difficult to photograph, but at least you can 'get the picture.' The brown dog above is guessed to be a mix of Newfoundland and Labrador retriever. No matter how well a dog & rabbit get along, never leave them together unattended. |
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For a description of how I introduce a dog and a rabbit, click here.
Check the videos section to see some more dog and bunny interaction