What is the best rabbit to keep a Buck or a Doe?

Question

Hi can anyone tell me what is the best rabbit to keep as a pet for small children a Buck or a Doe

Answer 1

Rabbits, in general, are very poor pet choices for small children unless you supervise all interactions and DO NOT allow the children to pick up the rabbit.  They are very very delicate, and being dropped or struggling while being held by a child can very easily result in a broken spine for a rabbit.  The rescue I foster with does not generally adopt to families with kids under 11, unless there is an especially knowledgeable adult in the home who truly understands rabbits and the need for 100% supervision.  A very large rabbit that is difficult for kids to even try to pick up would be my choice if you do decide that you can make this work.  For information about rabbits and small children, read this article: http://wondertime.go.com/life-at-home/ar...  For rabbit care information, look here: http://www.rabbit.org/  Rabbits are not right for everyone, they are not what most people want or expect from a pet.  Please think carefully beore bringing one into your home.

As far as s*x: There is little difference between a spayed female and neutered male. Unaltered, they each have pulses and minuses.

Unspayed female: drastically shorter lifespan due to a high rate of reproductive cancer (85% unaltered females die of it before 5 years of age). Extremely territorial, some can be very aggressive, the intensity is often higher than a buck. You have to deal often with 'false pregnancies' where she will pull out large chunks of fur, nest, and get moody and extra-territorial, often for months at a stretch.

Unneutered male: Sprays smelly urine to mark territory. Also can be territorial and possessive of the cage, pen, and you. Some particularly hormonal bucks will hump you. Tend to be less 'moody' than does, but can still be aggressive (only more consistently).

In short, if you do get a rabbit, I recommend an altered bunny of either s*x, or, better yet, an altered pair (one male, one female). Unaltered rabbits can not be housed together. Same s*x will almost always fight, and opposite s*x will, well, multiply rapidly AND fight. Recent studies are showing that rabbits with a bonded companion live longer and recover from illness faster than 'only bunnies' who live alone

Answer 2

a doe because they are calm. if you kept a buck, he could be really agressive

Answer 3

My family used to breed rabbits and we always found the females to be the more agressive types (not that we had many agressive rabbits but now and again you get the odd one). Males tend to be the better pets when it comes to rabbits, they bond with you quicker and are much less territorial.

Answer 4

I would say definitely a buck as female rabbits can be very aggressive and are not as friendly.

You should go for a medium breed something like a dwarf lop or dutch as they don't require masses of space like the giants that are popular. Also small ones like Netherland Dwarfs can be more viscious.

There are always plenty of rabbits at animal centres that need rehoming and as they are already adults can be really friendly. At the RSPCA they pair them up and neuter them so they are quite content having a companion as they are very sociable and like to live in groups.

I have had lots of rabbits and bred them too, the males were always really friendly, even if it took a while to get them used to you they were all trained to come on command etc, All the females were not friendly at all didnt really like to be stroked and could turn. The only problem with males that I ever found is how randy they are but you can get them neutered now.  

Answer 5

Mini lops make great pets for chrildren. I would suggest to get a male beacause they a always said to be friendlier and more affetcionate. Some females can be aggresive.  

Answer 6

Spay or neuter is best in either case.

Breeder+pets

Answer 7

well when you go to the pet store hold one and if you like it buy it but all i can say is that they smell the same and are the same hardness to take care of but bucks come in better colors

Answer 8

i bought what was according to the pet shop, a male rabbit so i called it Trevor yet later discovered it was female (RIP Trevor 19.08.08)

usually, males have a more docile tendency but she was the most adorable, friendliest and funniest rabbit ever without being spayed. she was great with my younger cousins but was a rather large breed (a cinnamon breed...one of the larger more docile types)

Answer 9

rabbits aren't good pets for small children. They can bite and scratch if they are scared or improperly handled. A small child will not be big enough to pick up a rabbit safely or look after it properly.  If you're thinking about getting one for a kid under age 10, I would recommend something small like a hamster instead.

personally I prefer bucks.  Does can be very nice but in general bucks are easier to tame and less moody.   but get him neutered or else he will pee everywhere!!!

Answer 10

If you don't mind brushing them often Jersey Woolies have GREAT personalities. Just make sure to teach your children how to handle them correctly.

They're a dwarf rabbit so besides the brushing, they're generally less work for maintence. I've read that they're originally breed to be a low maintence long hair rabbit for the pet market.

As long as you Spay/Neuter your rabbit when it's old enough, either a male or female will do fine.

You can adopt a pet quality rabbit from a breeder for usually about $10. They're pretty popular, so just check for a breeder in your area at:

http://www.njwrc.net/directory.htm

Answer 11

Lops are great with children - really good natured and quiet, and I'd say Does are most likely to be better natured than Bucks - Bucks occassionally  get quite terratorial with other pets or possibly children.

Answer 12

if your doing it as a pet to love an cherish an not to make extra pocket money i'd suggest a buck enjoy

Answer 13

Was told originally that males are friendlier  than females(unless spayed)  but my daughter chose a Dutch female. We were also told that they were a good breed for first time owners and young children. She has turned out to be such a docile, friendly and affectionate rabbit so haven't needed to even think about having her spayed.