"House Rabbit Society is appalled that Petco would think it’s a good idea to give small animals (or any animals) as gifts. Each year, an unknown number of animals are purchased as gifts for others (who may not even want them), only to be abandoned or left at shelters in the days, weeks and months that follow the holiday. The reality is that many of the rabbits purchased as presents never live to see their first birthday. Some will die from neglect, while others will be abandoned in local parks or left at animal shelters"... Please read the entire article at the link provided.