Bonding into a Quad

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- 06/24/2024 at 1:47 PM
  BunMomOf4
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  Hello!
  
  I currently have 4 bunnies. Whom are all bonded into pairs. I have Alfie (lion head) & Dixie (Netherland Dwarf) whom are bonded to each other and Daisy (Netherland Dwarf) & Theo (Netherland Dwarf x Angora) who are bonded to each other. I am trying to bond them all currently. I have a 3×3 area for them, large enough to walk around and lay down, but not enough for chasing.
  
  We are doing 10 minute sessions everyday. Yesterday was our first, a lot of fighting, but just from one bunny starting it all, Theo.
  
  Today, same thing, fighting all because of one bunny. Everyone else just walks past each other without a care, will sniff and walk away. As soon as another bunny gets in his face, he starts a fight.
  
  Any tips on how to do this best for everyone without adding stress on anyone? I am able to house both pairs seperate if needed. But would love to bond all into a quad.
  
  Has anyone done this and made it work with 2 bonded pairs into Quad?
- 06/25/2024 at 7:07 AM
  DanaNM
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  You can try working with the difficult bun in pairs with the others, sometimes that is a bit easier to manage.
  
  I also know Margo Dimello of the San Diego House Rabbit society recommends using very large spaces for groups (at least a couple x-pens linked up), so you could try that as well. In such a small space, they can feel more threatened. Theo may feel like he has no choice but to defend himself with so many buns in such close proximity. So it could be worth experimenting with a large space.
  
  . . . 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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