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I have two house rabbits, they are fabulous pets but need much more interaction and care than most realize! If you get them from a rescue then they should already be neutered, which they need to be.
To give you an idea of space, mine have the run of the upstairs when I am in and my whole bedroom all the time- under my bed is their warren!
They need vaccinating every year (2 vaccs) and constant supply of fresh hay. Regular vet checks are essential as they need teeth checks, it’s essential to find a rabbit savvy vet as not many vets get much training on them and they are classed as exotic species. if they live outside then fly strike is a real risk so may need preventative treatment, which doesn’t stop it completely, but slows down the hatching from egg to maggot. Best outdoor run type is aivary panels with a roof, and mesh for fly prevention.
They are temperature sensitive so if outdoors then they need plenty to keep them cool in summer and warm in winter. Garden sheds with big runs are a fab set up.
There is a forum called rabbit rehome (first to come up on google) and there are some really knowledgeable people on there.
I keep mine like little horses who live indoors- their nuggets are dengie grass pellets! Lots of hay and readigrass and Verdo pellets in the litter tray! They are very easy to litter train and such amenable little beasties- mine sleep on my bed like dogs!
Edit to say that the run doesn’t need to be on grass but concrete can be harsh on their feet (as they are fur covered the skin is pretty soft) so can increase the risk of pododermatitis, some people put down rubber mats or similar but you need to make sure it’s the type of stuff they can’t chew and eat!