How can I impress my rabbit?

The best way to gain your rabbits' trust is by simply spending lots of time being near them, while allowing your bunnies to approach you in their own time. By sitting quietly with them in a safe enclosure, you'll show your rabbits that you aren't to be feared and that you can be trusted.

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How do I get my rabbit to like me?

Resist the urge to pet her right away. Let her explore you first, and learn that you are not a threat. Give a few small treats as you are getting to know each other. Eating is a social activity for rabbits and eating together builds trust.

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What do rabbits absolutely love?

High Quality Hay

A rabbit's favorite food should be hay, though you may have to take steps to ensure that your rabbit is eating enough before adding in other foods that your rabbit loves. Hay should make up at least 80% of your rabbit's diet, then it's off to the races with fresh veggies and other treats!

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How do I make my rabbit more cuddly?

If your rabbit approaches you, reward them by giving them a piece of their favorite treat.
  1. Step 1: offer your rabbit a treat whenever they come to you. ...
  2. Step 2: Pet your rabbit while giving them a treat. ...
  3. Step 3: Go up to your rabbit and give a treat. ...
  4. Step 4: Go up to your rabbit and lay next to them to cuddle.

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Why does my bunny lick me then bite?

Typically this isn't something you should worry about especially since it often doesn't hurt. Many times this is how your pet rabbit will show its love for you. When a rabbit nibbles or bites you softly it is often accompanied with licking, which is a sign of love.

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How to Get Your Rabbit to Like You

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How do rabbits say thank you?

If you spend the time to pet them and give them a nice massage, your rabbit will thank you by licking your hand or your leg. You may also receive a couple of light nips from your rabbit. This is especially likely if your rabbit is grooming you around the seams of your clothing.

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How not to hold a bunny?

Help them feel secure by holding all four feet against your body. Never pick rabbits up by their ears - this would be extremely stressful and is highly likely to injure them.

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What do bunnies like humans to do?

Most bunnies truly enjoy human companionship. From watching TV at your side to playing with toys, pet bunnies will keep you amused with their engaging personalities. Unfortunately, many rabbits don't get to show this fun-loving side of themselves to humans.

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What things make rabbits happy?

How can I make my rabbit happy?
  • Rabbits are most happy with a companion, usually housed as neutered male and female.
  • Rabbits don't really like to be picked up, so keep this to a minimum.
  • Rabbits need, at minimum, a 6ft x 2ft x 2ft (1.8m x 0.6m x 0.6m) hutch and an 8 ft (2.4m) run.
  • Rabbits prefer a clam quiet environment.

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Do rabbits Recognise their owners?

Rabbits will remember the people that they spend a lot of time with, and this includes their owners and caretakers. As prey animals, they have neurologically developed with a strong long-term memory for places and routines. You can use these associations to help strengthen your rabbit's memory of you.

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How do you know if a rabbit doesn't like you?

If they are sitting upright and their front paws are 'boxing' at you, they are likely very unhappy. Vocalising. Rabbits don't tend to make much noise and when they do it's a sign they're feeling very threatened. You may hear them grunting or growling and in extreme cases, they can scream.

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Where does my rabbit like to be stroked?

The best places to pet a rabbit are their forehead and behind their ears. The cheeks and strokes down their backs are also good spots. But rabbits dislike being pet on their bottom, feet, chin, and underside.

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How do you rabbits show they are happy?

Understanding your rabbit's feelings

A good place to start is to look at your rabbit's ears. If they're close together, facing upwards and pointing outwards, your rabbit is likely to be relaxed and happy. If they're worried, their ears will be flattened against their back.

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Why does my rabbit stare at me?

Staring is very common in rabbits. It's likely your rabbit stares at you out of love and happiness, but they could also be hungry, or confused. Rabbits also have a transparent eyelid that they use while they sleep, which may make it seem like they are staring.

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At what age do rabbits bond?

If you have a single rabbit, it's never too late for them to bond with another rabbit. If you have a young rabbit (under 12 weeks old) you'll usually be able to introduce another young rabbit of the same sex easily. If you have an older rabbit it take a little longer.

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Do rabbits like when you sit with them?

Most rabbits love to be cuddled and stroked when approached in the right way. Few like being held or carried as being so high up from the ground makes them feel insecure, however, many will happily sit on your lap or snuggle up next to you for a cuddle.

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Do rabbits like human attention?

What's it like to have a pet rabbit? Rabbits are very loving, social animals, which means they not only love to spend time with their humans – they require it. Without human interaction, rabbits can get bored, even to the point of becoming lonely and depressed.

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How do you say I love you in bunny language?

Rabbits lick for affection, not for salt. Licking means “I love you, I trust you.” Lunging may occur when you reach into your rabbit's cage to clean, give food, or to take your rabbit out – a sign of disapproval.

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How do you know if a rabbit is enjoying being stroked?

They put their head on the ground and close their eyes in contentment. They also love getting a good back scratch around the shoulders. That said, they tend not to like being touched on the ears, neck, feet, stomach or tail. Usually, my bunnies are most receptive to petting when they're relaxing after a meal.

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