Considering Rabbit Insurance? by Poppy Coney

The countryside may be over run with rabbits and we see their fluffy little white tails nibbling on the grass verges and roundabouts but we still choose rabbits as the most popular pet after cats and dogs. They make great pets and can be kept outdoors in a shelter such as a rabbit hutch. They are quite versatile and so can also be kept indoors, don't worry you can train rabbits to use a litter tray.

So if you do already have a pet bunny or are planning on getting one for yourself or the kids you need to consider the health options for your new pet. We all know that when your pet becomes unwell you can take them to the local veterinary clinic to get them checked out.
Like us they suffer from both minor ailments and more major conditions. There are now many different breeds of rabbit that have been breed specifically for their looks and nature. This also means that different breeds can suffer from different conditions that are more common to them because of their breeding.

One aspect of looking after any pet is cost. You have to provide them with a balanced diet, water and shelter. You also need to provide them with the medical treatment that they require. Many people may balk the first time they take their rabbit to the vets when they receive the bill. Depending on the type of treatment they require the cost can run into the hundreds or thousands of pounds. This is particularly true if there is an ongoing condition that needs regular treatment.

Thankfully you can get insurance for your rabbit, the main purpose of rabbit insurance is to make sure the cost of any veterinary treatment is covered. Whilst they do call it rabbit insurance it is more of a safety net or piece of mind for the person who is responsible for their health. It means that you do not need to have to worry about finding the cash for any costly treatments they may require.

As with all types of insurance there are many different policies and different levels of cover. For a basic policy you can expect to pay as little as a fiver, the cost does go up as you increase the level of cover and also with the age of your rabbit. The older a rabbit is when you go to get it covered the more costly it will be because older rabbits tend to suffer more frequently from different conditions.