Never Touch a Grumpy Bunny!

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By spaying and neutering, you can remove the risk of cancer. Rabbits can also get reproductive cancers.

Once they claim a space, it can be hard to get them away from it. They will not lose interest in it as long as their hormones are active. Domestic rabbits come from a species that is very social and hierarchical. Therefore, rabbits have instinctual ways of communicating with each other when they are upset. This behavioral language comes through when our rabbits are unhappy with us. They will use their behavior to let us know they are offended until we apologize or they decide to move on and forgive us anyway. Once it reaches that point, your rabbit might resort to using force. They’ll bite your hand as if to say, “I demand some food”.A stressed bunny can also show aggressive behavior. Due to the stress they feel, they can’t help but misbehave. But while bunnies can be quite independent, they do need a close eye. Rabbit owners must get to know what’s ‘normal’ for their individual rabbits and pay attention to even the slightest change in behaviour. Any nuance could indicate an issue that needs to be fixed. This is particularly important because, as a prey species, rabbits tend to hide signs of illness. This means that any sign of illness is usually significant. Is there such a thing as a ‘low mood’ in rabbits? Choosing a name is easier said than done. You need to keep the following points in mind before naming your bunnies: Linked to all of the above is the need for stimulation. Being social creatures that love to play, rabbits benefit from a rotating collection of toys. They are also incredibly curious little things, so give them puzzles and things to investigate to help stave off boredom. If in doubt, talk to your vet

Review Your Rabbit’s Diet: A healthy, well-balanced diet is important for all living things, but it rings especially true for small herbivores, like rabbits. Thanks to their unique physiology, rabbits must have a near-constant intake of fiber to keep their specialized digestive tract running smoothly and keep their constantly growing teeth worn down. If their diet is inappropriate or insufficient, it could lead to a host of health concerns, which may manifest as aggressive behavior in your little one. The types of behavior that will typically offend a rabbit are when you hold your rabbit or put them into a scary or stressful situation. If you ever need to handle your rabbit, whether it be to move them from one place to another, clip their nails, or give them medication, the rabbit is likely to be upset and hold a grudge against you. Being held and handled is a scary situation for rabbits because they feel trapped with no way to escape. They will recognize that you are the cause of their fear and hold it against you. In a way, it’s like they’re teasing you too. “Aha, I bit you. Now, what are you going to do? Catch me if you can!” But even if it’s a cute thing to watch, don’t let them bite too much. Otherwise, they’ll get used to it. Your bunny can get curious about it. “What’s this smell? It’s so unfamiliar. Can I eat this? Who are you? Are you my parent?”There is always a reason a rabbit resorts to aggression. Though some individuals are naturally more confrontational than others, rabbits are not born mean. The overwhelming majority of grouchy bunnies have learned to express themselves aggressively as a way of meeting needs that have been overlooked or otherwise ignored. For example, they might try to mount your foot. If they’re struggling to hold on, they might bite your leg.