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In a family with kids, who should pick up the pet rabbit?

Only an adult, and only when needed.

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  1. Only an adult, and only when needed ✔
  2. Any child after one handling lesson
  3. A child if the rabbit seems calm

Why: Rabbit.org Foundation says being picked up can frighten a rabbit and injure both the child and the rabbit. Only adults should lift a rabbit, and only when needed.

Huh, didn't know that: Most good rabbit owners pick up their rabbits only to check their health.

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Answer: Only an adult, and only when needed. Rabbit.org Foundation says being picked up can frighten a rabbit and injure both the child and the rabbit. Only adults should lift a rabbit, and only when needed.

  1. Rabbits and Children (Rabbit.org Foundation) rabbit.org/faq-children-and-rabbits
    picking up a rabbit can be frightening for them and might lead to injuries for both the child and the rabbit.
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Think You Want a Rabbit? (Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund) rabbitwelfare.co.uk/think-you-want-a-rabbit
    Most good owners will only pick up their rabbits to check their health.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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