Bunny Behavior

Jumping, thumping, racing, chasing--how entertaining bunnies can be. Snuggling, sleeping, grooming, nibbling --this bunny is the one for me.

Digging -- They are very good tunnelers, so digging is an important natural behavior for them.

Vocalizations -- EX: he may growl when he is in an aggressive mood. Bunnies will also squeal or scream when somthing bad happens to them, or when caught or in pain. If you are not sure what your bunny is trying to tell you with his voice, pay attention to what else is going on. Check his attitude and body position. this will help you what his voice is saying.

Wanting Attention --

Aggression -- We like to think of rabbits as sweet, timid little animals. they may run but we do not expect them to fight. The truth is that all rabbits are capable of aggression under certain circumstances, such as intense fear.

Dominance --

Seeking a Mate -- Hormonally active rabbits may also show aggression. if a rabbit is seeking a mate and none is available, the rabbit may show signs of aggression. Most commonly, the rabbit circles your feet, mounts you (or an object), and bites you. Spaying or neutering your rabbit will alleviate this problem.

Disciplining the Rabbit: all animals, like children, need love, respect, and boundaries. this is doubly true for aggressive rabbits.

1. Your rabbit first needs to understand that you are not trying to hurt him. Take special care not to scare him.

2. Your rabbit also needs to understand that he does not have free rein. For starters, this should mean limiting his area to one room and not allowing him on the furniture.

3. Your rabbit should be trained not to chew and dig. Whenever you provide training for any behavior, it has effects on other behaviors. The training itself helps you establish a relationship with your rabbit.