I want another bunny!

[GeorgiaP13]

 OK, so my current bun, Georgia, is VERY high maintenance. I would like another bunny, to keep Georgia company, as she is not a people bun, but my mom is afraid the next bunny will be expensive too. How do I convince her it’s for the best?

-M & G

[Roberta]

Hi M,
The best for whom ? You or Georgia ?
I’m not saying you shouldn’t get another bun but maybe you need to give it more thought. If Georgia has medical needs that your Mother is currently paying the bills for then you have to take into account her very realistic concerns that she may not be able to pay the vet bills if a second bunny arrives and also has health issues. Even a healthy bunny is expensive with Speutering, vaccinations, flea control, food etc. Then there is housing, if for any reason they cannot bond you will need extra accommodation and even if they do bond your are going to need separate housing to start with. Are you in a position to help financially ? and I don’t mean a little bit I mean able to afford the big stuff.
I have 7 buns, 6 of my own and a foster. The day to day costs are almost crippling, I dread the thought that they would get sick as a group, even a pair being ill together would be a huge cost.
Really give it some more thought and if you are still determined then consider fostering for a rescue who will pay the vet bills and subsidize food costs, after a while you can assess and consider adopting the bun full time.

[Chronicambitions]

Hi, welcome to BB!
Unfortunately, bunnies are very expensive pets to keep. Inexpensive to buy. If I had known the costs of having a bunny, I probably wouldn’t have gotten two. You’re going to need twice the amount of food, vet visits, neuter/spay, and separate housing for when you’re trying to bond. Another thing is that bonding rabbits can be hard and doesn’t always work.
I looked at your profile and it says your bunny is only 6 months old, are you sure she doesn’t like people? She just might not have had enough time to learn to trust you yet.
Spend some time laying down on the floor when she’s out. Keep some pellets or treats with you to give to her any time she comes up to you. Don’t pet her or try to pick her up. Let her interact with you on her terms. You can also try hand feeding her pellets and veggies instead of giving in to her in a dish.
I also noticed your profile says you’re planning on getting her spayed in a few weeks. She would need at least a month to recover before being able to be around another bunny. Take that time to strengthen your bond with her and if she still seems like she could use a bunny friend then it might be good to talk about getting a second bunny then.

[BinkyBunny]

i think Roberta and Chronicambitions have given some very smart advice. Not that another bun may not be out of the question for you in the future, but I think being prepared for the possibilities prior is the best way to handle that option. The possibility of them not bonding, and or more vet bills is definitely something to be aware of and prepare for.
You had said that your mom was worried that another bunny will be expensive too. Bunnies definitely can be. But is there something out of the ordinary that is happening with your current bunny? Otherwise, if it’s just the normal expense, then two will be double.

[hannaroo]

Your bun will probably be much more affectionate after her spay anyway and want to interact with humans more. My buns did enjoy human interaction but only for about 5 minutes and when it suited them but after their spay/neuter they became ALOT more friendly! Buttons more so, some day he would’t let you touch him him and now he asks for grooms and even lets me pick him up every once in a while for grooming!
I think your bun just needs time for spaying and recovery and then you can assess the need for another bun but as the others said, 2 buns are very expensive. Mine cost me £50 a month for hay and food alone! That’s before pet insurance, bills and replacing any neglected or distroyed toys!

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