[Harley_chik]

I don't think giving them as easter presents is as common as it used to be. That may just be my wishful thinking though. I think rabbits make great apartment pets. They are also great for people who work long hours. They are quite, small, can be litter boxed trained and kept in a cage when you're gone. They aren't as needy as dogs, but easier to keep confined then a cat. Rabbit shows are a lot of fun and don't have the politics that go on at dog shows. I would recommend anyone interested in getting a rabbit go to a shelter or breeder. In my experience pet shop bunnies tend to be unhealthy. Respiratory infections are very common in pet store rabbits and contagious.