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    • WildRabbitsRock
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        my rabbit bit me yesterday and now im afraid to get her out of the hutch. just now i tried to grab her but when i put my hand in the hutch she makes a quiet noise, and it sounds like a dog whining. what does that mean? and whenever i look into her eyes, they just look hard, cold, and mean. i wanna get her but im afraid shes gonna bite me again and just get mean. my parents said we cant spay her…it costs to much for us.


      • WildRabbitsRock
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          ok, i just went outside cuz my rabbit was right by the door so i could pick her up out of the hutch. right when i barley touched her she made a “honking” noise and run off. someone plz help me im about to cry i dont want her to be mean. (i took her to my friends house on wednesday that had a male rabbit in a seperate cage and she started making that honking noise when they were close. they were always i seperate cages. is that why shes being mean?)


        • LBJ10
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            She isn’t mean, she’s hormonal. There is only one way to fix that problem. Are you able to save your own money to have her spayed? Birthday, holiday gifts, babysitting, etc.?


          • MoveDiagonally
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              I agree with LBJ. She sound like a normal hormonal rabbit to me.

              I know some younger members have asked for spaying/neutering or money to go for it as holiday/birthday presents (as LBJ said). Maybe extra chores if you get an allowance. Stuff like that?

              I would really suggest not taking her to your friends house who has the male rabbit. Bunnies can mate through cages and it takes 1 second for a female bunny to become pregnant. Unless she’s spayed or the male is neutered it’s very risky to have them near each other. Being near a male while she’s not spayed will also increase her hormonal behaviors. 


            • WildRabbitsRock
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                Ok. If I got her spayed, would this stop very soon? I just got 50 dollars for my birthday (on Monday) so maybe my parents would give me 15 more dollars to get her spayed at the animal alliance. If we got her spayed, how would she act?


              • LBJ10
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                  Once a bunny is spayed, it takes a few weeks for their hormones to settle. Once they settle, you should start seeing an improvement. Is this a low cost spay/neuter clinic you mentioned? Do they do rabbits? I can tell you, $65 is very cheap for a spay. I would see if you can get it done.


                • Standard_Procedure
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                    Don’t just save enough to cover the cost to spay. Your rabbit might need an overnight stay, might need antibiotics etc if there’s any infections or complications caused or identified when spaying.


                  • WildRabbitsRock
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                      It’s called the Animal Care Alliance. They help dogs, kittens, ect that are sick. Kinda like a vet. I messaged a lady that works there and she said male rabbits are $55 and female rabbits are $65. I didn’t wanna use all my money on this but I guess I will. (the alliance does everything pretty cheap)


                    • Flopsie
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                        I wouldn’t say that your rabbit is mean. “Mean” is a human construct. Animals aren’t mean, they display behavior or aggression. Bunnies might exhibit aggressive behaviors when they are threatened and afraid or when they defend their territory, etc. So your bun isn’t mean.

                        As far as biting you since I can’t observe I don’t know you are presenting yourself or reaching in. I would advise to take it slow. Present you hand first and then move forward. It’s said that bunnies don’t have the best sense of sight so maybe she mis construed your hand or your intention.

                        That being said, there can be various reasons for her aggressive behaviors. However if she is. It spayed the first thing to do is to get this done so you can rule out hormones. Before you look at the behavior, medical issues should always be looked at first.

                        There are lots of benefits for spaying and reducing aggression can be a benefit.

                        Btw I don’t know if you have a frame of reference but $65 dollars for a spay is a steal!!!! In southern cali a exotic vet was charging 400 plus dollars. I couldn’t afford that. When I moved to the Bay Area I found a low cost neuter and spay for $120′ I considered that a steal. Make sure they know what they are doing though. Good luck


                      • LBJ10
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                          What you said Flopsie is true. I do want to stress to WildRabbitsRock, however, that hormones are at the top of the list here for probable causes. Having the bunny spayed should be done before anything else is considered.


                        • WildRabbitsRock
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                            Ok. I guess that’s what I’ll do. I’ll have to message the lady that works there and see how many rabbits they have spayed. And her making that honking noise and running when I touched her, is that because of the hormones? Thanks


                          • LBJ10
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                              Yes, honking generally means “I want to make babies”.

                              Definitely do some more research and make sure this place does rabbits on a regular basis.


                            • WildRabbitsRock
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                                Ok I will. And will she be back to her old self in a few days if I leave her alone? Or will she always do this until I spay her? I told my mom, I don’t wanna have a rabbit I’m afraid of


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                                  Give her a while to recover — spays can be hard to recover from. And as LBJ10 said, it takes a few weeks for the hormones to completely flush out of their system. But, yes, after this happens and she fully recovers, she will not only be back to her old self, she will likely be a much calmer version of herself.

                                  I can tell you, it’s pretty much imperative that you get her spayed. I know the cost is annoying, but $65 is nothing for a rabbit spay — they often cost $200+! Female rabbits in particular, if not spayed, have a very high risk of developing reproductive cancers. So getting her spayed will greatly reduce that risk, it will make her much calmer, much less territorial, much less aggressive — or, at least, that’s what usually happens. You can never truly make any guarantees, but normally this is what spaying does.

                                  A couple quick side things:

                                  – In general, the most important thing to remember about rabbits is that they really need to do everything at their own pace. Rabbits don’t respond well to being forced or rushed into anything.

                                  – Most rabbits really, really don’t like being picked up. If you can avoid picking her up, even after her spay, this will make her trust you a lot more and will make her a lot more friendly. Let her come to you.

                                  – She may hold a slight “grudge” after you get her spayed. Don’t worry. This will go away eventually.

                                  – Be wary of warning signs. Angry-sounding noises, laid-back ears, grunting, growling, lunging, and boxing are all sure signs you might get bit if you don’t back off. 

                                  – Even after spay, your rabbit may continue being territorial. Try not to stick your hands in her area. Get her to come out and visit you, instead. Clean her cage when she is outside of it.

                                  – You mentioned she’s in a hutch. In general, you will want to avoid wire-bottomed hutches, as they can be horrible for rabbit’s feet. Also, this is a bit longer of a discussion, but BB likes to promote the lives of House Rabbits, or rabbits that live indoors. I’m not sure what your case might be – you may very well have her housed indoors – but if not, consider doing this in the future, and giving her lots of space (12 sq. ft. minimum, vertical or horizontal) to run around.

                                  Last but not least… don’t stress too much! No one wants to be scared of their pet, but if you follow these tips and definitely get her spayed, then you will form a bond with this creature, who seems smart enough to know what she wants and determined enough to let you know it!


                                • WildRabbitsRock
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                                    Thanks Funny Looking Rabbit! And the bottom of her cage is our porch (cement) there is not bottom that is attached to the cage. And the top part isn’t wire either. So if I get her spayed, she will be more calm and nice? And if I didn’t spay her, she would be ok in a few weeks? Thanks for all the answers


                                  • litheandgraphic
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                                      Gotcha! You may still want to lay something soft down such as towels or grass mats.

                                      If you do get her spayed, her attitude will almost definitely improve. If you don’t, she will calm down for now, but she will become amorous and aggressive again soon enough, and she will have an extremely high risk of cancer.


                                    • WildRabbitsRock
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                                        Ok. I don’t want her to get cancer, cause we can’t take her to the vet if something bad like that happens. And after she gets spayed, how long will it take for everything to improve? And if I didn’t get her spayed (probably will) how much meaner would she get? Like would she get so mean that she would start attacking?


                                      • JackRabbit
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                                          Why won’t you be able to take her to the vet if she gets sick?


                                        • MK
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                                            Hi WildRabbits It can take a few weeks for hormones to settle, so don’t be discouraged if she acts the same for a few weeks.

                                            If she was not spayed, she would probably continue this behavior, and as other said she would be at an 80% risk of cancer. Unfortunately my bunny died of that so I really suggest spaying! (and you’re right, cancer is extremely expensive!)

                                            btw, your bunny looks EXACTLY like one of mine! I would love to hear where you got her


                                          • MoveDiagonally
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                                              Ok. I don’t want her to get cancer, cause we can’t take her to the vet if something bad like that happens

                                              If you don’t think you’d be able to treat her if she develops uterine cancer than spaying is necessary. 50-80% of unspayed female rabbits develop it. I also suggest discussing vet care with your parents. If your rabbit does need a vet in the future, which is likely as most rabbits do in their lifetime, you will need to have a way to get her the help she needs.

                                              And after she gets spayed, how long will it take for everything to improve?

                                              It takes 4-6 weeks for hormones to settle down after a spay.

                                              And if I didn’t get her spayed (probably will) how much meaner would she get? Like would she get so mean that she would start attacking?

                                              There’s no way anyone can know this. I don’t think you should wait to find out if her behavior gets worse. Why not just get her spayed while you have the money?


                                            • Sarita
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                                                The only way to treat uterine cancer is to prevent it – if it does develop then that is what the vet would do is spay her. You mention $65 to spay her and that is not alot of money for a procedure like this.

                                                I think the bottom line in this situation is if you cannot spay her then you should give her up to someone who can afford this. Rabbits are not cheap pets and the situation and behavior you describe is very common in rabbits and many people just have the wrong expectations on how a rabbit will act or be like and I think that is perhaps why you are having this issue saying she is mean when she is not mean.


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                                                  Ok. I’ve decided I’m gonna get her spayed. And i got her from a lady that lives in my city. She was free I’m not gonna get rid of her, but if I did or I got another rabbit (female) would they soon start acting like this also? Thanks for all the answers again!


                                                • Flopsie
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                                                    yes, they would. In terms of the magnitude of the behaviors or what type of behaviors you will see may vary from bunny to bunny, but in general, you should expect these behaviors to be present.

                                                    This is a good reason to rescue a bunny from a shelter because they often have them spayed already. Spaying is also tough and more intrusive for the bunnies so having that done before you get her makes it easier for the bunny owner as well


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                                                      Ditto to everything Sarita said. Bunnies are not inexpensive pets, whether free up front or not. As long as you’re planning to keep her and gave her spayed, you should start an emergency vet care savings fund for her future expenses. Part of taking on the responsibility of having a pet is taking proper care of that pet and providing for medical care it may need.


                                                    • WildRabbitsRock
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                                                        Ok thanks. When I get my rabbit spayed, will there be any kind of sickness they could get that costs a lot of money to heal up? We could probably pay inexpensive stuff, but no things over $30 for a rabbit. (Just because you can get rabbits anywhere)


                                                      • Sarita
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                                                          Well just because you can get a rabbit anywhere for $30 dollars doesn’t mean you should. It’s just like someone says they get a free animal, you have to know it’s not free – there is the cost for care and if you aren’t willing to pay for continued care then you shouldn’t get a pet.

                                                          Of course no one can guarantee anything and vet care is not cheap for any animal. To consider not giving vet care to a pet because they were free or only cost you $30 is not very caring.


                                                        • A Flying Brick
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                                                            Yup, I got Riley for $60 and I’ve spent over $300 on him. It’ll be more soon since I have to take him to the vet. I’m making sure to keep a extra $300 around for emergency rabby vet fees. Any pet has expenses. Even if someone gives you all the housing/food/etc they’ll still be vet fees, toys and things you won’t forsee. At first I thought lining the tray with newspaper would be enough for him, nope. So I had to fork out for litter.
                                                            What I’m saying is that it’s best to be prepared to spend the money and that $65 is nothing, if anything it’ll make both you and your rabbit happier.


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                                                              There is the upfront cost for the rabbit and there is on going costs. There will be unforgivable costs as well. If you think money is going to be a big factor, then maybe it’s not ideal to have a rabbit. I’m not judging but just trying to give you a big picture so you can make an educated decision.

                                                              Rabbits are considered exotic animals and as such there are not as many qualified vets as compared to cats and dogs. The ones that are rabbit savvy are going to be more expensive because they have this expertise. Just know that it can get quite expensive should the need come. If the cost of a spay is really going to put stress, you might want to think and discuss things before further commitment. Good luck


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                                                                Posted By WildRabbitsRock on 10/28/2014 7:26 AM

                                                                We could probably pay inexpensive stuff, but no things over $30 for a rabbit. (Just because you can get rabbits anywhere)

                                                                Seriously?

                                                                If you think that little of your rabbit, then why even bother getting one? Just because you got her for free doesn’t mean that she doesn’t deserve to be properly taken care of and if you and your parents aren’t willing to do that, then please give her to someone who is. She’s a living, breathing thing and deserves better than to be potentially left for dead over +$30.

                                                                Rabbits aren’t cheap pets to keep, they can get sick quickly and when they do, it can get expensive. $30 isn’t even enough to put her down if you decide that you don’t want to pay for life saving treatment.

                                                                I’m sorry if this sounds harsh, but you can’t look at animals as a disposable commodity. When you take in a pet, you take responsibility for that life.


                                                              • WildRabbitsRock
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                                                                  i was saying we cant spend over $30 for vet care. and ATON of my friends that have rabbits said they never took them to the vet and they had long healthy lives. my rabbit is also acting like she is gonna lunge at me again, snd making a grunting noise


                                                                • WildRabbitsRock
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                                                                    and Hazel, not saying this in a rude way lol but i take good care of her. she lives in a 2 story hutch and i walk her outside. i put a tarp over it at night. she has fresh food, water, hay, and treats (like alfalfa cubes and chewing things) 24/7. she is living a great life right now. and i will get her spayed. my family is just in a kinda hard time right now with money….and it takes alot to take our dog to the vet (toy breed). Thanks for answers


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                                                                      So are you saying you aren’t going to get her spayed since it’s over $30? I’m confused by what your intentions are concerning the spay.


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                                                                        If your rabbit is not every bit as important as your dog in terms of vet care, a rabbit may not be the best pet for you. Each is as individual and unique as any dog or cat, and hence, not replaceable. As an exotic pet, vet care is naturally going to be more expensive, and as the owner of an exotic pet, it is your responsibility (and your parents’ responsibility if you are a minor) to provide whatever care that pet may need. There is no shame in your family having tight times with money and no shame in deciding you can’t afford to properly care for a pet — the shame comes when you do not plan for emergencies and do not provide the proper care (including medical care) whether it be through insurance, savings, low-cost assistance, or looking to a rescue or shelter or even rehoming the pet with someone who can and will provide the proper care and medical treatment.

                                                                        I’m sorry if this sounds harsh, but best that you understand about costs and planning up front, and understand that you are responsible for an amazing intelligent bunny that is depending completely on you for everything.


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                                                                          I understand about the money, but you should be prepared for high vet bills, too. Do you see money things getting better pretty soon? Or will you have some extra bunny money coming in? It is good that you are getting her spayed, we just want the best for our own pets and everyone else’s too!


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                                                                            ok, i AM going to get her spayed. We cant pay over $30 (im guessing) for VET BILLS lol got it now?


                                                                          • WildRabbitsRock
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                                                                              and we are praying for some more money soon


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                                                                                one more thing, she is getting great care right now and ill try to save up some money for her incase she does get sick


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                                                                                  Sarita, I think she is saying that she will get her spayed by saving money up for it, but if things generally cost over $30, she doesn’t forsee the ability to pay for those. That’s my best guess.

                                                                                  WildRabbitsRock: i understand what you are saying about money being tight. I also know that you’ve said that you’ve had friends with rabbits that never go to the vet. That can be interpreted a few ways: 1) they have been extremely lucky or 2) they may not be telling you when they are taking them or 3) more importantly, maybe they are doing things wrong. The truth is, we don’t know, but you can’t count on what has happened to them to apply to you because you are a different person and your bunny is a different bunny.

                                                                                  I think what everyone is trying to say is that bunnies cost a lot. This is a given, a fact, not an opinion. Maybe the upfront cost is little, but the ongoing costs are pretty high in general. The concern is that if you are going to provide for something that is fully dependent on you, then you have the responsibility to do what is best for them, regardless of the cost.

                                                                                  What I think the biggest issue in this case is perspective. You have no frame of reference or your view is skewed. So the community here is trying to give you some perspective based on the collective experience of everyone here.

                                                                                  And that message is: 1) $65 dollar spay is considered cheap, and if you feel like this is a large cost, then it might not be ideal for you to get a rabbit.

                                                                                  2) raising and caring for rabbits will be expensive, if you feel like spending $30 for any rabbit related products and services is too high, then its probably not a good idea to get a rabbit because these will be costs.

                                                                                  Please understand that its not about when thing are going well or when a rabbit is healthy that counts. That part is easy. However, it is when the rabbit is ill and requires medical attention, that is when it counts. Will you be able to provide for them when they need to see a vet? Will you be able to do the procedures necessary to take care and nurse a rabbit back to health?

                                                                                  These are the issues that the community is bringing up. Again, it not the intention to discourage you or put you down, but rather for you to be educated so you can do what is best for you and for your bunny


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                                                                                    Its great that you are getting her spayed
                                                                                    As a side note, many vet clinics have payment plans which I have had to take advantage of, and it helps you can see if your vet has any available


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                                                                                      Ok thanks guys. And I am gettkng her spayed at the animal alliance but there is no exotic vet where I live. THere is nothing cool where I live lol. The alliance spayed like I said but I don’t know if they do check ups, ect for rabbits.


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                                                                                        Ok, i have to say $65 for a spay is great! My vet charges $250!!


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                                                                                          Glad to hear she’s getting her appointment.
                                                                                          I second what MK said about payment plans. Some places offer payment plans, credit or even pet insurance. It may be something to look into when you go to have her spayed; even if you don’t take part in it immediately it’s nice to know whether it’s an option for you or not.
                                                                                          I know that we’ve been through times when we were paycheck to paycheck and had to juggle bills ourselves, so just hang in there and keep your eyes open for opportunities and ways to build a little bit of a medical safety net for your bun and doggy. I know I used to collect all my spare change in one old fish tank… doesn’t sound like much but when I needed it I had $88 in coins from loose change found on the ground and in pockets.


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                                                                                            $88! Wow! And ok, maybe we could make a little account that has money for just my rabbit (Spirit) thanks


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                                                                                              Collecting change is a great idea. My husband does that — its his video game fund. In fact, he has saved enough in coins this year to buy a new special edition xbox one this weekend with only having to add $50 of “paycheck” money. My father did the same thing — he used to get downright embarrassing at times though when he would check the change returns on every newspaper vending machine, old pay telephone, etc. He would even stop the car because he thought he saw a quarter on the side of the road. He considered it a hobby.


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                                                                                                As a young rabbit owner, I know how hard it can be to save up money, but here are some tips that have helped me a lot. 1. Finding a job is huge (if you don’t already have one) even if it’s just babysitting. 2.) Spending less money on other things. I have had to use a lot of self control with my money but it paid off because I was able to give my rabbit proper care when she got sick. 3. Work with your parents, maybe they would be willing to pay for the basics like food, bedding, toys, etc. and then you would only have to be responsible for the medical bills. I highly recommend seeing a vet, even if the closest one is 45 min away, you usually only need to get a rabbit checkup once a year. And, if you may have trouble affording any vet emergencies of illnesses your bun might have, then do all you can to make sure her living space is a clean as possible, an I will add that rabbit who live outside get sick a lot easier and don’t live as long. My dad had outdoor rabbits when he was young and 3 of them didn’t live past 3 years, and one lived to be 8 years (average lifespan is 8-10 with many buns living past that). I will say though that your hutch does sound very nice and I’m sure having her right outside will help making cleaning easier.

                                                                                                I also wanted to add something about spaying. I would highly recommend keeping her inside for at least two weeks after she has her surgery, just to help prevent any illnesses and to help her heal well. I would also make her spot as comfortable as possible. If you have any old towels I would use those instead of the bedding (temporarily). My vet had me do that when my bun had surgery. Also, 65 is the best deal ever! But you may also need to buy antibiotics (around $20-$30), I would contact the lady at the Alliance and ask her what the total bill will be.

                                                                                                I hope all goes well! And if you have any more questions, don’t be afraid to ask


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                                                                                                  Thanks you Emiline Everything was very helpful. And JackRabbit, maybe i should do that, and maybe even have my parents stop the car so i can get change on the road lol


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                                                                                                    WRR you got a lot of good advice here, but there’s one thing that hasn’t been addressed, and it’s really the question you started with. I agree that spaying will make your bun less territorial. However, it’s always best with any rabbit to not reach inside their cage when they’re in there. It’s like giant heads suddenly grabbing you under the covers, or someone going through your diary. Spooky.

                                                                                                    Humans put our pets in such tiny spaces to begin with, compared to the minimum 2 acres a bunny would consider territory in the wild. So every square inch means, literally, the world to them. I’ve found that even innocently placing a bunny’s favorite food inside the cage can result in them lunging at me, let alone trying to take them out of their special space. I clean and place food in the cage only when bunnies are in their run, and clean litter in the run only when they’re in their cage. When I’ve cleaned litter while they’re in the run, they immediately poop and/or pee where I don’t want them to, just to reclaim their little patch of space and feel safe.

                                                                                                    Bunnies are very timid creatures, and it’s utmost they feel safe. 

                                                                                                    There’s no need to lift a bunny out of a cage, unless it’s so sick it can’t move, and it’s on its way to the vet. A suitable cage has a door that opens directly onto the ground, or has a safe ramp for the bunny to walk down. I find they’re out pretty darn quick once I open the door!

                                                                                                    As for the concrete floor: I hope you have a lot of padding on that. Concrete, along with wire, is one of the most harmful surfaces for an animal to stand on. Concrete is completely unyielding, and retains both cold and heat to an extreme degree. I have a long career as a horsewoman, and know you can make a horse lame overnight by making him stand on concrete. That’s why barns have thick industrial rubber padding on stall floors. I suggest you go to a Walmart and buy those interlocking floor mats they sell for super cheap. They’re being used in gyms, yoga studios and child care centres all over. Lots of people are using them for bunny flooring, too. On top of that, give your bunny a nice soft blanket to lie on. You can stuff her little house with hay, too. But you have to get her off that concrete floor, or she could get very sick. At the very least, she will develop early arthritis.

                                                                                                    Good luck with your girl.


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                                                                                                      Thank you Bunny Hugger. That’s very helpful. And I love animals so I like to pick them up a lot and play with them. I wanted a rabbit that I can play with. And before I got her, the internet said New Zealand rabbits actually liked to be handled. By uncle said it’s because I held her like a baby (her belly upright) and she didn’t like that so that’s why she is acting like this


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                                                                                                        I’m glad that was helpful, WRR. Yes, rabbits do like to be handled and played with, but not at all in the same way you’d play with a dog or cat. It can be hard to get used to. They’re “ground prey animals,” and the only time they’re picked up in Nature is when a large bird or big cat picks them up to eat!

                                                                                                        Rabbits require you to do a lot of sitting on the ground with them. They’ll explore your feet, then your knees. Eventually, they’ll climb on you. But it doesn’t mean the same as when a cat curls up in your lap. If you grab at a timid bunny and try to cuddle them, they’ll probably struggle and run, and then avoid you for a long time.

                                                                                                        Rabbits play with you on their terms. They’re very playful, but you have to know their games, which vary from bunny to bunny. Some rabbits like tossing around and pushing rattling objects, like big plastic baby keys or sisal balls. My bunny can’t be bothered with toys unless there are treats inside! His favorite game is “Tunnel Bunny”, and we have to play it every day. I bought an 8′ length of concrete form at Home Depot. This is a cardboard tunnel which I had them cut in 3 pieces. Two are in his exercise pen. I say, “Run through the tunnel, Borys.” He zips through. When he does, I give him a treat (usually a pellet). He doesn’t get excited and trusting like a dog. I always have to give him a treat FIRST, or he ignores my requests. That is a bunny.

                                                                                                        The other thing is, rabbits are very systematic and social, and love routine. They get insulted and huffy when you don’t follow routine. Borys will only lower his chin to let me pet him once a day if I don’t. Otherwise, he runs away. Mind you, he was badly abused by whoever dumped him on the road. BUT, when I step into his exercise pen, he binkies (jumps for joy) and runs loops around my legs and through his tunnels. Then he immediately lowers his chin so I can pet him. We do this several times a day.

                                                                                                        You also have to greet them every time you see them, which means a nose rub or a treat. Or they get huffy. They will not chase and beg for attention like a dog. The more isolation they live in, the more distant and depressed they become. That’s why they belong in the house.

                                                                                                        The other games most rabbits love are “Tag” and “Hide and Seek.” They play these in Nature, and will play them with you.


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                                                                                                          This is what I mean by a concrete form.


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                                                                                                            This is how a bunny asks to be petted. They press their chins on the ground. Usually their eyes are squeezed shut, but Borys opened his due to the unfamiliar presence of the camera. They prefer to be touched gently on their noses, cheeks, foreheads and necks. Not so much farther back. Some like their ears stroked, some hate it. You need to figure out, slowly and gently, what your own bunny likes.


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                                                                                                              SHES BETTER NOW AND IM PLAYING WITH HER!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!


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                                                                                                                I HAVE MONEY FOR VET CARE NOW ALSO!


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                                                                                                                  oh WildRabbits thats SO great!!!!!!! keep us updated on her big date


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                                                                                                                    I sure will MK

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