After holding and learning more about the rabbit we place both rabbit on the floor of the matchmaking room together and begin Cross petting the rabbits. The bonding assistant sits on the floor with the rabbits.
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We have one litter box large enough for two, plus fresh water and a big hay basket. WE use an x pen with a solid sheet as the flooring. The rabbits show us quickly what their personalities are- Watch for rates of respiration, any agitation, signs of interest and of course sign of any aggression (nipping, etc.) Actual face to face bonding: It is best to do bonding sessions in a neutral room with no furniture to hide under. We begin by holding both rabbits together against our chest. The bunny parent is present along with our bonding staff member. It takes patience and commitment and it's easy to get discouraged.Īllow both rabbits time to rest, use the litter box and feel safe and secure in a pen or carrier prior to introduction. Bonding can take two weeks while a more difficult bond can take months. Following the instructions we offer here you can continue a bonding once you are home safely, and with good results. You are provided with plenty of helpful tips for continuing this bonding and hopefully your rabbits will become a bonded pair soon. The rest of bonding work is carried out by you at home. Our bonding session takes about one hour with breaks at our bonding centers. Sometimes (not often) grooming begins to occur between the two rabbits - this is also a good sign to see. This can be a sign of acceptance in a rabbit pair. Sometimes one of the bunnies just lays down and relaxes. After an initial meeting you may notice the interest level come up and also notice that the rabbits may begin to move about the room where they are together exploring each other a bit, eating hay, and carrying out self grooming. Some rabbits lean into the other rabbit which is a very good sign. Some rabbits will groom, other rabbits will present their heads to be groomed. Rabbits rarely fall in love at first sight, but indifference is a good first sign of a potential pairing. If you already have a pair living separately, you can also try to bond the trio. You want to have help to determine if they get along, and then have assistance to guide you through the bonding process. If you already have a rabbit, arrange for him/her to meet a few rabbit(s) you have identified as good potential companions. You are more likely to have a successful bond if both are adults. Size, age and breed are not important factors in choosing a mate, as all combinations can work. Male/female bonds tend to work best, but same-sex bonding can work. However, despite their love of companionship, you can't just put two together and expect them to get along. They are clearly relaxed and happy and benefit from living in pairs or groups. Rabbits are highly social creatures and there is nothing sweeter than seeing a cuddling pair of rabbits grooming each other. *unless you are willing to separate the two totally until 4 week post spay/nueter. You should wait at least a month after spay or neuter before attempting a bonding session, as it gives them time to heal and for their hormones to settle. Finanacial resources for your pet’s medical needsīefore attempting any introduction, the rabbits should be spayed or neutered.Vets in Northern CA offering the vaccine for Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease.
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