what has your bunny taught you?

[Ruffles&Daisy]

Ok, that sounds like a weird question, and honestly I think it is too, but I have heard it from several “bunny people” that they have learned so much about themselves from their bunnies.  I just don’t understand that comment.  Now mind you, I’ve only been a bunny slave for about 6 months, so maybe I’m not there yet, but to those who are:  What exactly does that mean?  And what have you learned from your bunny?

[2lops]

Pudge taught me that rabbits are no easy pet to maintain,they can be pretty expensive, they require alot of space, and he’s happiest when bonded to another bunny friend,

Most important thing he taught me:  it’s all worth it 

[LittlePuffyTail]

My rabbits really motivated me to start becoming active in animal rights. They are so sweet and innocent and depend on us for everything, including love

[bunnytowne]

Cotton taught me I have patiences for buns but not people.   They are delicate and gentle.  I learned how much a mostly silent animal can communite.  And oh do they have lots to say.

[jerseygirl]

Well I must be one of those bunny people who say things like that! I often think of Jersey as my teacher. She has taught me to find joy in the smallest of things, taught me to be more open and affectionate, taught me to see my ability to love and be dedicated. I guess technically ‘we’ should say what having a rabbit has taught us rather than the rabbit teaching us themselves. As we all know though, they each have a personality as we do, so the ‘lessons’ can be a very specific tutorial – a clashing or meeting of minds!

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

My bunnies taught me poo isn’t that big of a deal…I can pick it up with my bare hands and often have it stuck to my feet.

They also taught me sometimes cardboard renovations HAVE to occur at four am, vigorously for hours.

And they’ve taught me possessions don’t matter much, so if their are a few holes in all my clothes, purses and jackets, hey no biggie!

And fur in my food-not that gross (wait, yes it is!!)

[jerseygirl]

Gotta echo K&K with the poo stuff etc. Even though I’m gaining encyclopedic knowledge about the elimination habits of rabbits, my bunny has taught me on that subject that there are still always mysterious surprises!

[Cassi&Charlie]

KK- with you on the poo & possessions.
My beautiful Louis Vuitton bag that I got as a second hand present from one of my friends (who has way too much money) lasted, oh, about a week before it had chew marks in it. I almost cried but then I thought, it’s just a bag, Yes it is a designer bag & I’ve never had a designer bag in my life, but still just a bag.

Charlie has taught me that life is tenuous and transient and that every day is important. When he nearly died, I almost lost him in a blink of an eye.

Layla taught me that every being deserves the right to life, a second chance and deserves to be loved. She doesn’t know how to deal with affection but she loves me fiercely and is always right under my feet or sitting next to me.

I’m so privileged. I’ve learnt so much and I’m loved & have loved so much.

[bunnyluvr]

My bunnies have taught me that how to love unconditionally. They’ve taught me that life is precious and to enjoy every minute of it. They’ve taught me how to roll around on the floor and play again. They’ve also taught me that no matter what is going on in my life a sweet little fur ball running up to see me, crawling up my leg to be picked up and give me sweet bunny kisses on my nose will always make me smile and make me realize that things really aren’t that bad. I am so thankful for my precious little ones and all the joy that they give me.

[DallasDelight]

My buns have taught me to be even more patient and gentle and forgiving, because they’re so sensitive. When I first got Dallas, sometimes I got mad at him when he would do things like dig at the carpet or eat my walls! Lol! but I realized eventually that he wasn’t doing it do annoy me, just doing what came natural to him

[MarkBun]

That women, no matter what the species, are very jealous – and can be violently so.

[Ruffles&Daisy]

Ok, I can relate to most of that. One thing that someone mentioned is how their bunny motivated them to get active. I find myself always on the local CL board and emailing people who are trying to rehome their rabbits to consider sending them to the rescue instead of the shelter. I’ve also cautioned one woman who wanted a rabbit for her 3 year old who asked for one. I have young kids, but I got Ruffles for ME not THEM. Ruffles is MY pet even though my goofy daughter insisted that we name him Ruffles! So I told her that rabbits don’t usually make good pets for young kids and that they are a ton of work, not that cuddley, etc.

Poo isn’t gross, playing on the floor is fun, and Ruffles has taught me to slow down and be patient. Rabbits are not for those who want immediate gratification and it’s taken me a long time to finally “get” him and his ways. He’s kind of like a typical man, I know he loves me, but he’s not very good at showing it sometimes, although he’s always sitting under my chair and comes to me for intense petting sessions. Anyhow, bunnies are cute and I’m glad I have him.

[bunnytowne]

Ruby taught me that she doesnt’ like me to read to her  out loud.  Thump thump thump til I stop. I am learning about products that aren’t tested on animals.    Some are easier to find than others.   And we have become poop inspectors.  Whats that  a big fat poop on the floor?  Hmm looks healthy   Just throw it in the litterbox.  Hey whats this a string of pearl poop bracelet?   Hmm needs petromalt. and longer brushing sessions.

[Lightchick]

I’ve learned how quiet my apartment was…and lonely…how did I do that for so long? Even though bunnies don’t talk, they fill up spaces that you didn’t know you needed filled…

(And now I’m used to having Thumper the weekend-bedroom-bunny, and I can’t sleep without the noise of him destroying a box in the background!)

[LittlePuffyTail]

lol @ Markusdark!!

I have to say I agree with everything K&K said. Didn’t think of all those things

And also: * The smallest thing (a bunny!) can give you the greatest amount of joy

* Buttons on remote controls and phones aren’t really a necessity.

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