Meet MyFriends!: Kornkanok ‘Yha’ Sitthisakundet & Mellow
Who says rabbits are boring? They’re fun playful creatures with so much personality! You can definitely do the “typical” things you do with a normal pet, like teach them tricks, and take them to the groomer. ?
Bunny’s facts!
- Did you know? A rabbit’s teeth never stop growing! They have open roots, allowing them to constantly sprout out those munchers. That’s why it’s important to keep your bunny chowing down on grass or hay, so they can file down those pearly whites. ?
- Another thing we bet you didn’t know is that carrots aren’t great for rabbits! They contain a lot of sugar, so they shouldn’t be the main part of the little one’s diet. Stick to hay and grass for a happy bunny! ?
Let’s take a look into the lives of Yha and Mellow in the full interview!
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Please introduce yourself and your bunny friend!
Hi there, my name is Kornkanok Sitthisakundet, and my nickname is Yha. And this is Mellow, he’s a Holland Lop. Usually, Holland Lop will have floppy ears, but Mellow is probably a halfie so his ears stayed propped. Today we’re bringing him to the groomers at BUNNY VILLA.
How did your life change after you got Mellow?
My life after Mellow is much messier! Because I have to always check his poop if it’s normal. Rabbits are very sensitive animals, it’s easy for them to have an upset stomach. If there is a small shift in their diet, they won’t feel good for a while. With an already perfect digestive system, they’ll need the bathroom right after they eat. So when they consume any fruits with high water content, such as bananas that help with the digestive system, it can disrupt the whole system and upset their stomach.
Could you share some of your favorite activities together?
Every day after I get home, I have to do this. Petting him for like an hour. He’ll sit really still until he’s satisfied, then he’ll jump off.
What are some of your tips and tricks for rabbit parenting
First off, you have to be prepared financially. One health checkup is more than 500 THB, and if they get sick, it’ll be much more expensive. Surgeries and procedures, stuff like that, so you do have to be financially prepared. Cleanliness is also one of them because they poop a lot, and their cage can get dirty really quickly. As a rabbit owner, you’ll probably have to clean their cage 2-3 times a week, or even better, every day.
Rabbits are actually very intelligent animals. You can teach them tricks like giving their paw, spinning around, this guy knows his name! If I call him, he’ll hop over. But they are quite introverted, kinda like cats. Personality-wise, rabbits are a mix between cats and dogs. Depending on their mood, and of course, each individual rabbit. Some won’t let you touch them at all, my first rabbit won’t let anyone touch him, he’ll just run away when you get close.
Anything else you’d like to add for the audience?
Honestly with every animal, if you want them to be friendly with you, you have to give them time. I don’t have much time, and I reach home at 10 pm each day, I’ll play with him until midnight, and the next morning I’ll greet him before I leave for work. Mellow will feel used to my presence, so whenever I call his name, he’ll hop to me. When we want them to do something, reward them with treats so they’ll get excited whenever they see you!
Don’t be fooled by their cute twitchy nose, bunnies are usually thought of as “low maintenance” but that’s a complete misconception! They are a long-term commitment and require both the care and attention any other pet would need. Thorough research is extremely important before welcoming a rabbit into the family. ??
MyFriend would like to thank Yha and Mellow for the pawtastic interview!
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