Where can you get bunnies for cheap prices?

Answer 1

It can be risky to buy a cheap rabbit because you probably don't know how well the rabbit has been taken care of: it could be sick, or it could have behavioural issues, and it could end up costing you a lot of time and money to make it healthy and/or train it to be a good pet.

If you want a rabbit for a cheap price, look for local message boards online where people might be trying to rehome their rabbits. Craigslist would be a good start. Typing "rabbit rehome" and the name of your city or local region into a search engine might also help you find something. Generally, people trying to rehome their rabbit are more interested in finding a good home than making money from the deal -- they'll also usually include the supplies the rabbit's been using.

Another place you could look is animal fairs and shows. Kids that belong to breeding clubs, like the 4H club, and adult hobbyists often sell rabbits at these fairs and because these people aren't trying to make a living off their rabbits, they can charge lower prices for them.

But: be wary of professional breeders, pet stores, and pet street stalls that charge cheap prices for their rabbits. It takes good money to breed and raise healthy rabbits, so if you do this you have to charge a good price for your bunnies or else you won't make a profit. People who make a living selling rabbits and charge cheap prices are cutting corners somewhere. Rabbits in this situation are more likely to be very sick, or too young (unweaned), or to have genetic problems (poor breeding).

The rabbit itself is not the only cost involved:

• Habitat: crate/pen, litter box, dishes (bowls, feeders), play structures and toys, bunny-proofing
• Health: first aid supplies, grooming supplies, pet carrier, first vet checkup (including spay/neuter if necessary)
• First round of regular supplies: hay, pellets, fresh greens, litter material