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- 07/06/2018 at 9:36 AM
  Cari
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  So we have 2 bunnies a 4 year old male and a 1 year old female and the male gets chased around a bit by the female. I have no idea if this is normal behavior or if she is bullying him. They are both fixed and she is definitely teh Alpha bunny. We feel so bad for our little boy, and we are wondering if there is an issue? Thanks.
- 07/06/2018 at 9:42 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  Welcome to BB Cari.
  
  It’s good that both your rabbits are fixed. This prevents pregnancy and lays down the foundation to properly bond two rabbits— but that’s the key. It lays down a foundation to begin the bonding process.
  
  After the rabbits were fixed, did you keep them separate and go through pre-bonding, bonding sessions, supervised 24-hour sessions, etc.? By completing the bonding process with two fixed rabbits, it helps form a healthy bond, rather than one that may include bullying (which is dangerous for both the rabbits’ mental and physical health). If you did do this, perhaps it was a bit rushed, or maybe something has occurred which has damaged the bond and it needs to be re-done from square one.
  
  At this point, I would recommend separating the two because they do not seem to have a healthy bond and starting the bonding process from the beginning. Other members who are experienced with bonding can chime in to lay out how that may work. To get some basics, read: https://binkybunny.com/BUNNYINFO/tabid/53/CategoryID/9/PID/940/Default.aspx
  
  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.
- 07/06/2018 at 10:29 AM
  Cari
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  We did keep them separate for several
  months before they were fixed and got them used to each other. We got them fixed at the same time. Then I think we made a mistake when we fostered a non fixed boy for a few days and our little girl went crazy trying to kill the new boy. We found him a new home quickly, but now Princess chases Dusty around sometimes. How long would we need to separate them again? Weeks, months?
- 07/09/2018 at 6:19 AM
  Daisy
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  How much chasing is “a bit”? A little bit of chasing happens in bonded buns that have not been together for very long. My buns have been together since January 2018 and they still chase every now and then. If it lasts a few seconds and no biting or grunting happens, you should be fine.
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