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› Forum › THE LOUNGE › Lintini plus one more bun?
What to even say. I think I might head butt the wall right now.
My brother came home with a rabbit. His friend bought it for his girlfriend, turns out she’s terribly allergic. He figured I would take it rather than giving it back to the petstore…. (These teenage boys think it’s a great idea to buy their gf animals and then it doesnt work out: example – my brother bought our rat terrier for his gf and it turns out…she was scared of her…the 15lbs dog…so now we kept her…wth?)
COLIN HOW COULD YOU DO THAT TO ME!!!
Do I have a sign on my back that says “I love cleaning poopy litter boxes and would love another rabbit?” I mean I know I’ve been fun browsing on petfinder …I like seeing when their photo is gone to know they were adopted..and east bay rabbit rescue had a really cute guy but 3 is …err was enough.
Seriously handing me this rabbit was like giving a baby candy. It’s a cute baby! I think they must have gotten him from the same place I got Bee. It’s the only place I know that has bunnies besides the feedstore and shelter in fremont, or maybe off craigslist. Colin didn’t ask. The natives in my room are already curious. I guess I am keeping him…I’m already in love. I think I should make colin buy my 50lbs bag of oxbow to make up for this situation he placed me in…and maybe some chew toys…treats…yup.
Right now I am trying not to stress out. It’s a bit hard to avoid. I just keep snuggling him to calm myself down. Ughhhhh puberty is going to suck when he gets that nasty smell before the neuter *cries*
But really, I am thinking I might rehome him – I don’t know if I was ready for this right now when my bond coming up but Bun might need a man …I really don’t want to mess with female/female bond with a trio honestly. IDK ahhhhhhhhh
WHAT AM I GONNA DO
You can see why I am having a hard time with this… *Swoon*
Oh dang. Yeah, you’re sunk.
Yep. You’re done for.
He’s adorable! Love the smudge on his face
And at least neuters are cheaper than spays
Ha! I know Good thing I’m not playing internet games anymore so I have lot’s of time for bunnehs.
Omg, he’s so frickin cute. No way you’re giving him up 😛
eta: If he probably came from the same place as Bee, I’m guessing he’s related since they’re the same color (well, he’s the broken version of her color). They’re probably bred by the same person at the very least.
He’s really scared right now…no doubt from jumping homes for the past few days. Poor baby. It will be good for him to have to quiet here. I know…who was I trying to kid when I say I might rehome….ughhhhhh
Oh man… that’s a dangerous face right there.
Sorry, chick…
Posted By Lintini on 05/07/2010 02:40 PM
But really, I am thinking I might rehome him – I don’t know if I was ready for this right now when my bond coming up but Bun might need a man …I really don’t want to mess with female/female bond with a trio honestly. IDK ahhhhhhhhh
Is two pairs of bunnies what you wanted? If not, look into rehoming him. The trouble with accepting this new bun is that you are confirming that animals can be just dumped on you.
i looked at the pick and said ” awww” he is soo adorable. if you do not want another bun i would re home him cuz if this is not what you want and you keep him your stuck.
Wow, that face would be impossible to say no to… soooo adorable! But you need to do whatever you feel is right. Either way, you know he’s better off right now with you; and if need be, you’ll know the right questions to ask potential new owners to screen them if you do end up rehoming him.
It seems like you have a lot of bunnitude with 3 buns roaming your room.. I’m really upset that your brother ended up dumping the bun to you because of his own mistake
The bunny is very adorable.
No it was his friends mistake, and my brother just volunteered me because of my love for rabbits and thought I would be a better answer to the allergy equation than whatever else they were thinking. I don’t know – I thought about him all day at work and I am okay with keeping him. He’ll be in great hands here and in a forever home. I’d probably regret rehoming him. This is such an odd thing too, my dad met Bee just yesterday too. I don’t think he’s even seen Indy, usually if anyone besides me or my brother come into my room, they zip under the bed in a flash.
Oh…I’m going to need help with a name please
I think you should put alot more thought into getting another rabbit. I’m sure the pet store will take him back.
You shouldn’t take on a rabbit just because he’s cute – the pet store is sure to find him a home.
Very cute bunny, but I have to agree with Petzy and Sarita. You don’t want to take him just b/c he got shoved into your hands. It’s unfortunate, but I think he should be returned to the store, or to the boyfriend to rehome/take care of. I wouldn’t normally recommend that, but a bedroom is too small for a pair, let alone two pairs.
I never can get it right with everybody’s bunnies. You have a pair now and a third living somewhere else in your home that you are going to bond into a trio soon? And now this little guy as well?
Well, I have to admit that I couldn’t give up any animal if it had been in my custody for more than 10 minutes. But it does sound stressful if I understand your rabbit setup correctly. Not that it cannot work. Heck, you might try to bond him with the others. But honestly, your brother’s friend really needs to pay for this – I mean, consider it his bunny, so that he needs to pay for the neuter, et.c. Why would anyone buy a pet to someone without the other one even being in on it?! Grr.
How about letting him settle in, introduce him to the others, see how it goes, AND at the same time make preparations for finding him another home if it doesn’t work out? A home where you know he will be taken good care of.
I’m inclined to take the other tack, ie. agree with Sarita, Petzy and Beka, and give him back.
You brother can NEVER volunteer you without your knowledge and permission, and it’s time he learned it.
His friend was irresponsible and should be made to rehome him, but clearly he needs to go back to the pet store or be temporarily housed with the friend while you help him screen prospective owners. But if the bunny lives at the friend’s house, you don’t send them the message that you are available to clean up their mistakes. This bunny needs a loving home and would be a great pet for someone who needs and wants one.
Lintini, they are all cute. Every last bunny on the face of the planet. You are taking on vet bills, housing, food, and possible risks of not bonding well which could lead to injuries. It’s not your home, it’s your parent’s. Try to do what’s fair to you, your parents and your current bunnies. When you live on your own, you can have more, but this isn’t the way to do what’s best for the little guy.
think think really hard…… is this REALLY what you want? do you really want to go through with it? do you really want to go through puberty and bonding?
Oh heck, you brother and his friend really did put you in a bad spot.
I must admit, I grew up in the house that took in all the strays in the neighbourhood. Every one knew to bring them to our house. It was awesome! So, I would be inclined to keep the little boy.
But, my family also had the room, time and the money to take care of them. Consider weather you have the room, time and money for another bun!
This kid who got the bunny for his girlfriend sounds completely irresponsible – Though the city of San Francisco does not allow rabbits to be sold in pet stores, there are surrounding pet stores areas, like at Serramonte Mall, that sells rabbits (not sure if they still do, I haven’t been there in years) and there are a few pet stores throughout the bay area that still do. So if he “bought” it, it was probably from a pet store. Though he could have gotten one from Craigslist. But what pet store or person would sell to a teenager? Is he over 18? Depending on how long ago this kid bought the rabbit, he may not be able to return it.
I also agree that you should really think hard about this and not get blinded by the “Cute High”. The natives in your room will not only get more restless, but they may also react with marking and dominance behaviorial issues with each other. Which can make things much more challenging for you. And of course, like the others said, more time and expense. You may be able to bond with the other female, but if not, that means you will have three separate cages. So if you are up for what this all means and have the funds then that’s one thing, but obviously you yourself have some doubts about this and I would listen to that voice too, and look for ways to find this bunny (for sure a male?) a loving home.
If he got it from a rabbit rescue (doubt that very much though) then the situation can be explained and the bunny can be returned to be adopted out to a good home.
I know your brother was just trying to do what he thought may be good for the bunny too, but tell him NEVER to do this again. Completely unfair to you to be put in this kind of position, and if you do rehome him or return him, he needs to help you in a big way!
I agree with BB… your brother needs to help you out with this. You are not an animal dumpster!
We had a housemate who bought his girlfriend a bird, and she just straight up didn’t want it. The poor thing was scared out of its mind the whole time, and I still to this day don’t know what happened to it. They probably just let it go : -/
welll lintini…. he does look like a relative of bee’s doesnt he.
do you have time for another bunny? i would consiter asking your friend… oh i cant remember his name :/ with bee’s original brother.. if he has the time and resources for another bun…
After speaking to the parental units, little baby boy will get the office to live in. My mother even said she wouldn’t mind buying another head of lettuce for me everyweek either….this feels like the twilight zone a bit. Things are fitting into place, I know you guys worry about me but I think this will be okay, and colin even offered to pay for the neuter since he put me in a hard place.
My current living quarters for my rabbits is – Indy and Bee have my room and run around. Bun lives in the converted closet cage at night and has the guest room to run around in during the day. And baby boy will be in the office. I’m going to pick up a xpen today. The only thing I don’t like about the office the the hardwood floors. I would like to find those rubber puzzle piece things and try towels on top of those and see how those work.
On a side note…he has really big poops for a baby O_O
I had a talk with my brother and told him he could never do this to me again, even if the case was going to the shelter.
I feel much better this time having told my parents and not having to hide like I did with Bee.
OH Mirbear….Mike doesn’t speak to me anymore, I do hope Jack is doing well though. That would have been a great idea though.
Well, Lintini, I think it sounds great. And I do understand why you want to keep him. I’m sure it will work out. You got the neuter covered, your mum is absolutely fine with it, and from what I have heard it is easier to bring in a fourth than a second bunny, so I keep my fingers crossed that a bonding will go well.
I also agree that the situation now sounds much more positive. So glad you don’t have to hide this bunny either! The fact your mom is on board and making space, and that your brother is going to pay for the neuter is wonderful! A big WHEW!! Though times may be challenging ahead it sounds like you have full family support and that must be a relief. So with that it sounds like you have made the decision to add this new guy to the household. And ya never know, being that he’s in the office, he may end up being your mom’s if she bonds with him.
As far as his big poop, it is not uncommon for baby bunnies to have coccidia, which can cause this –it’s easily treatable with meds from the vet (if that is what it is) so you should make an appt get him into a vet. (get him established anyway and just make sure he is a he too — unless it’s obvious already).
A note about those rubber mat things: Pee can soak through the “connection” section and of course then it will sit underneath and burn the floor more quickly. What we did when we had Bailey, who was a messier bunny, is use those rubber mats in the pen, but then we covered it with sheet vinyl. That way it gave more of a cushy flooring (softer than hardwood) and it was easy to clean. I still put fleece and soft bedding down for her to rest on though.
Karla mentioned that it may be easier to bring in a fourth bunny, I may be mistaken — so do you have a trio and this may be the “fourth” to be bonded in, or do you have a bonded pair, and then are hoping to pair your single bunny with this new one. Just clarifying this.
She has Bee and Indy who are pretty much bonded, and Bun, a single girl. So ne boy would likely be bonded to little Bun
it would be cute to have bee and.. the new boy, bonded since the look to be related and bun and indy would match nicly too. lol but i guess its up to the buns. either way if you go with the idea of bee and indy, bun and new bunny. then the original too will each have an adorable teddy bear of a lop.
i did some edits, my spelling is awfull tonight, guess thats what you get for having a funn night.. oh well
mirbear: how are your buns doing lately?
their alright. were moving so for now they are stuck in their cages with very very little excersize, but otherwise twix has gone back to normal
Posted By BinkyBunny on 05/08/2010 01:32 PM
Karla mentioned that it may be easier to bring in a fourth bunny, I may be mistaken — so do you have a trio and this may be the “fourth” to be bonded in, or do you have a bonded pair, and then are hoping to pair your single bunny with this new one. Just clarifying this.
It was just me assuming that Bun was going to get bonded to Bee and Indy eventually, and so would the new addition, so it would end up as a foursome. That’s for sure what I would go for, but that is not the intention, Lintini?
I’m still debating – from what I can tell Bun is very feisty and not very interested in Bee, only Indy. Bee tries to dig Bun out of her cage though.
So little Bun is a single one? And Indy and Bee are bonded?
they dont live together just… dating?
lol best way i can put bee and indy’s ”relationship”
Just read through this thread. Glad you are going to keep him and things are looking positive. I have to add when I saw the first pic of him, I “squeeeed” so loud my bf said “Whatever bunny that is, your not getting it!” LOL
Posted By Lintini on 05/08/2010 11:35 PM
I’m still debating – from what I can tell Bun is very feisty and not very interested in Bee, only Indy. Bee tries to dig Bun out of her cage though.
Did you ever have any intros between Bun and little Bee before Bee’s hormones set in, or with Indy when he was a kit?
— Bun has been with you the longest, and she is a female, so territoliasm will run high in her. It isn’t fair to judge Bun’s behavior while she is in her territory (your room). Himalayans tend to be agreeable buns and if you still have that aviary available and it is neutral you could date Bun to the new bunny there.
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