I'm happy to answer any specific questions you have as a new bunny owner, but here is some basic info to get you started. The linked Amazon shopping list will provide you with specific shopping suggestions of things that I've personally used and been happy with but there is certainly not one right answer for all bunny owners!
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Basic Info
1. They are prey animals so lots of things are very scary for them! It will take some time to adjust to a new environment so be prepared to be patient. More often than not, bunnies do not like to be picked up because instinct tells them something is trying to eat them. Snuggles and pets are more their style!
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2. They like and need to chew!!! If you decide to free range your bunny make sure you’ve put up all cords and protected wood surfaces that you care about. Provide appropriate things that they can chew on.
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3. Spay/neutering is recommended to avoid problematic behaviors like spraying (not all bunnies do, especially in a 1 bunny home, but if there are issues with litter box training or any nipping behavior, neutering usually resolves the issue).
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4. All of my bunnies come from an indoor environment but it is possible for bunnies to live outside. Extra precautions need to be taken during extreme temperatures - especially the heat!
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5. If you’re on Facebook, this group is helpful:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/113946619278602/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF
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6. If you’re a book person, this one is good: The Rabbit Handbook (B.E.S. Pet Handbooks) https://a.co/d/d2mbSMB
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Supples:
1. A cage (the bigger the better - I prefer a dog pen with a washable pad). As much as you can, bunnies love to free roam and will reward you with lots of happy hops and silly antics!
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2. Litter box and litter (I use these boxes from Walmart and fill them with pine pellets and hay from Tractor Supply). If your bunny is a digger, you can add cooling rack on top to prevent a giant mess.
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https://www.walmart.com/ip/857166843
Sterilite Set of (2) 28 Qt. Storage Boxes Plastic, Titanium
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https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/tractor-supply-pine-pellet-stall-bedding-40-lb
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3. Food: Until 6 months of age, babies should get free choice pellets and free choice hay. Then they should have plenty of fresh hay daily and 1/4-1/2 cup of quality pellet feed a day. Fresh veggies can be slowly introduced at 6 months with caution as they are very prone to GI stasis (https://www.petmd.com/rabbit/conditions/digestive/gastrointestinal-stasis-rabbits-it-really-hairball-causing-blockage)
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The diet I use: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/purina-fibre3-rabbit-feed-50-lb-bag-55802
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The hay I use: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/standlee-premium-western-forage-premium-timothy-grab-go-compressed-bale
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4. Fresh water
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5. Cardboard box to play with/hide in/chew - usually an old Amazon box!
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6. Small nail clippers - I usually clip nails about once a month
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7. Critical Care to keep on hand in case of sickness
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Amazon Shopping List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/31F4ZZO7BEE3Q?ref_=wl_share
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