The therapy rabbit
Rabbits can make wonderful therapy pets. They are soft, wonderful to touch, and many are very calm.
To be a therapy rabbit, your rabbit:
- will need to be evaluated by your veterinarian.
- must be able to ride in a car well, so she isn’t stressed when arriving at a visit.
- must be well housetrained; no accidents. It is highly recommended that rabbits have a towel underneath them at all times.
- must be able to wear a harness attached to a 4-ft leash at all times while on a visit. Your rabbit may hop around while leashed, or be leashed and transported in a towel-lined basket, stroller, or wrapped in a towel while on a visit.
- must be comfortable around dogs, as many visits will be in conjunction with dogs.
- most importantly, must love people. A skittish rabbit, or one who looks as if he’s tolerating being petted but would rather hide, won’t work out.