Bonded pair or just one?

[Royal]

K so im not a bun owner yet so I’m still deciding what would be best for me, adopting a bonded pair of buns or just one… I’ve never owned buns before so yea I like the idea of just one rabbit because I don’t have to worry about the cost, but also there is the fact that he/she wont be as bored as it would if it was already bonded with another bun ._. and yea im just not sure what would be best for me. Whenever an animal does something its not supposed to i get really panicky so im not sure if a bun alone would chew things more than if he/she were bonded with another bun? Yea what do u guys think would be best for newbies? A bonded pair or just one? (When i say newbies i don’t mean like someone who doesn’t know what he/she is doing just like the fact that i never actually owned a rabbit :/) 

[kurottabun]

As you already mentioned, cost is one of the major factors to consider whether you should have one bun or a pair. When you have two buns, everything doubles – vet care, food etc. You need to ask yourself (or your parents if they are the financial providers) whether you can afford to house two. Personally my husband and I have decided to get one bun only as that’s what we can afford at the moment, although we would love to get him a friend when we have the budget eventually.

In terms of boredom, you can make up for it by giving the bun lots of toys to play with or things to do. There are many DIY ideas available out there for reference and these are fairly inexpensive.

As for chewing…a lot of bunnies chew regardless of whether they have a friend or not. You can give the bun chewable toys (e.g willow ball) for that.

Since you’ve never owned a rabbit, I’d say it’s safe to start with just one so that you understand the commitments that come along with it. It’s better than having two at once and be overwhelmed once you realise they are not the easiest animals to care for (despite their cuteness).

[Harley&Thumper]

I would recommend getting a bonded pair as opposed to a single bun. A bored bun is a destructive bun and when you have a pair they are less likely to become bored. Also, I believe you said the bins would only ever be allowed in your room. If that’s the case you won’t be able to bond a single bun in the future if you decide to go that route. The bonding process requires quite a bit of neutral space. But I do agree with kurottabun, double the buns means double the vet costs and it sounds like you are still dependent on your parents.

[sarahthegemini]

The only ‘downside’ of a bonded pair over a single would be cost. Other than that, a bonded pair is better in every way. If you can afford two, go for a pair.

[Royal]

Thanks for your help guys! Well, I think I’m going the single bun route because my parents are actually not paying a penny for any animals that i get so yea >_< also my job isn't that great so money is sorta an issue for me. Maybe in the future when I'm more experienced with buns and I got more $ I could bond the one bun with another if that bun isn't enough work already! xD Thanks again

[sarahthegemini]

if money is an issue, you shouldn’t get a rabbit. They are very expensive pets.

[Royal]

Yes, I understand the costs of rabbits. I saved lots of $, and I’m cutting down on all the things I buy and pay for. I’m DIY-ing almost all toys and things for a bunny that can be DIYed. I’m making sure I do everything right while keeping it cheap and stuff. I do believe I have enough money rabbit wise, but now just realized that it wont be enough for two.

[sarahthegemini]

Make sure you have plenty set aside for vet treatment as the bills can get pretty high.

[Royal]

Yep! I’m planning on getting bun insurance as well

[sarahthegemini]

Ah brilliant. I’ve got mine insured and it’s been a financial life saver!

[Royal]

Yes, I’ve heard about it and was immediately hooked

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