How should I bond with my Bunny?

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- 02/28/2022 at 7:45 AM
  Pumpkinpie
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  I have a rabbit named Pumpkin. He’s 2 y/o and I love him. I’ve had him since he was approx. 1 month old. I’ve tried so hard to bond with him but he just doesn’t like me I guess.. I’ve tried it all. from holding him to letting him adjust to me, to even distancing from my own room. The only time he cares for me is when I’m not paying attention to him. Heś my baby and I love him but I can’t tell if I’m doing something wrong or he’s just a touch-no-likey bunny.. What do you guys think I should try with pumpkin?
- 02/28/2022 at 7:52 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  There are some tips here for bonding with one’s rabbit: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Behavior_FAQ#How_do_I_make_my_bunny_like_me?
  
  In general, you do not want to bond with a rabbit by picking them up/holding them. They will almost always experience that very negatively since instinctively they feel most safe and secure on the floor and being able to control their own movements. Passive attention paired with food bribes can go a long way in most cases.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 02/28/2022 at 8:51 AM
  DanaNM
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  Most bunnies don’t like to be held or cuddled too much. And buns do vary in how many pets they like to get, even once they trust you. I’ve had the best success with playing “hard to get”, along with hand feeding.
  
  Is your bun food motivated? Perhaps you could do some clicker training with him to find a way to interact with him that isn’t as focused on petting.
  
  . . . The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
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