I would love to get a bunny...?

Question

went to a local pet store (not like petsmart or petco) and they had some bunnies, so they let us hold one. the one i held was totally sweet and small, and my mom said it was very cute ((she hates rodents)) and she knows i have always really wanted one. she said she would like one, but she can't afford it, and that it will get old like the fish. but here's the thing, i can afford it. i have plenty of money and i'm almost old enough to get a job. and it won't get old like the fish, because you can hold it and play with it, fish just swim around. I don't know what to say to her, because i don't want her to get mad. i would be willing to wait to get a bunny until my b-day in feb or until my sister leaves for college next year and i will have more space in my room. i'm a straight A student, and i'm really responsible. i've tried so many things to convince my parents to let me get my own pet, and none of them work. its really disappointing because i work so hard all the time, and i really don't think they notice or care. we also just figured out that i have a social anxiety disorder and my mom said she would do anything to help me through it, and when i was holding that bunny, i felt like i hardly ever feel ((like when im around horses, but getting a horse is out of the question)) i know that it would help me to have something to come home and hold. i really want a bunny, but my parents don't seem to be lisenting to what i'm saying.

Answer 1

Trust me, most animals get boring after awhile, even if you can hold them.  Esoecially after a certain age. If you can get a job, you're too old for a pet you can just hold. :P  

Answer 2

sit down and talk with your mother heart to heart, if youve proven yourself responsible, she should understand.... sometimes all it takes is a little understanding :)

Answer 3

Rabbits can be wonderful pets. I think a rabbit could be a great pet for you if you have the space, time, and money to devote to one. Rabbits are not rodents, though. I would recommend you wait until your sister moves out and you have more space for a rabbit. They do require a fairly large cage and out-of-cage play time in a rabbit-proof room. Even though you really want one, you need to take into consideration that your parents can't afford one at the moment, and you don't have the space for one.

If, next year, you have the space and your parents can afford a rabbit, go for it. Keep in mind that you also must have the money in case any emergencies come up that requires a trip to the vet immediately. Emergencies can be pretty costly.

You're never too old to have a pet you can just hold. You can love all kinds of animals, even when you're 50. Rabbits can be wonderful pets.

How old are you? Keep in mind that rabbits have a 8-12 year lifespan. In the next 8-12 years, is there anything that would cause the rabbit to be rehomed or given to a shelter/rescue? If so, it may be a good idea to wait until you're out of college and in your own home to get one. Most parents don't like having pets dumped on them when kids go to college. It's heartbreaking for both the owner and pet to have the pet be rehomed or given up. You, usually, can't take animals with you to college. At least, not for the first year when you're a freshman and required to stay on campus. After that first year, you could find an apartment that allows pets and bring the rabbit with you. However, you also must ask yourself whether or not you'd have time to properly care for a rabbit with classes, a part time job, social life, etc.

There is so much to think about before getting a pet. I wish you the best of luck.