Unfortunately Warren and I believe that kids should have a pet or two. We already have bluebell, the fish, but Ally wanted something cuddly. So we adopted one year old Buttons from a family who didn't have time for her anymore. Buttons is a four pound Mini-Rex. So far she is only a slight pain in the arse. She's litter trained and I change her litter every morning. Bunny's have a reputation for being stinky but after one week she seems to be not so stinky. Thanks goodness! Bunny's shed twice a year and like to sleep all day and all night. They are most active in the morning and evening (at the moment she's running laps around my legs as I blog). Bunny's are also known for being 'chewers' but so far that has been minimal - except for the internet and phone cord that we left within her reach. Those were chewed right through. I'm sure it won't be the last time.
Ally made a 'box house' for her as well as a couple of blankets out of fabric. Buttons is really friendly and so far, puts up with Ally's ideas :)