A new research study hopes to find out about the many different ways that people keep and care for their rabbits and is asking for rabbit owners to take part in the study by completing an online questionnaire.
The study by academics at the University of Bristol's School of Veterinary Sciences aims to find out about the different ways rabbits are cared for in the UK and discover what is most important to rabbits in order for them to lead healthy and happy lives.
With around one million rabbits in the UK, they are the third most popular pet, after dogs and cats. The biology and behaviour of pet rabbits is very similar to that of wild rabbits, yet amazingly, rabbits are still considered 'exotic' pets by vets.
Dr Emily Blackwell, Dogs Trust Lecturer in Canine Behaviour and Welfare, School of Veterinary Sciences, who is a member of the research team, said: "We are keen to hear from rabbit owners about all aspects of their rabbit's life as very little is currently known about the way pet rabbits are kept in UK.
"We want to know where rabbits live, how they behave, what they eat and how healthy they are, as well as how they interact with their owners."
By completing the survey, participants will also be given the opportunity to win £100.
To complete the survey go to http://www.survey.bris.ac.uk/awb/rabbitsurvey
For more information about the survey, contact Dr Nicola Rooney on tel 0117 928 9469.
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