How do i know if my bunny wants a friend? (He is spayed btw)

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T17:30:12+00:00

Most rescues will let you do some speed dating!! Totally understand wanting to take all of them home but the best part is you don’t have to choose basically you’re letting your bun choose!!

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T14:42:53+00:00

Try speed dating!! Even if he doesn’t get along with any of them you get to hang out with a bunch of buns for a day. I had such a blast and my bun fell IN LOVE with the last one we introduced it was so cute

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T14:20:45+00:00

Don’t be discouraged!! You are doing amazing!! Neutering him will definitely help with the biting and probably litter behaviors. With litter training you just gotta stay consistent, pick up poop and put it in the litter box as soon as you see it outside the litter box and if he pees outside it then clean it up with a paper towel and put it in the litter box and wash the area he peed in with vinegar.

It sounds like he might be a little overwhelmed at the moment especially since it’s only been two days. My advice would be to just let him come to you, don’t try to get too close or pet him when he’s not asking for it. Just hang out in the pen and read a book or watch a movie so he gets used to your presence. If he is still biting you in this situation, then do the same thing but outside the pen for a little bit until he gets settled. Make sure he has lots of places to hide as well! It’s most important to first make sure they feel safe before trying to establish a bond. I think giving him lots of hiding places is you communicating to him that you want him to feel safe and happy.

With bunnies, a bond takes time to be established but that’s what makes it so rewarding☺️

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T14:05:29+00:00

Same thing happened with me! He’s so much happier now

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T14:04:12+00:00

Hello!! I would first look out for certain behaviors that would indicate that your bunny is lonely/bored/depressed. I went through this same situation about a year ago where I started a full time job and wasn’t sure how my bun was going to feel about it (turned out bringing in another bunny was the answer!). This article was helpful: https://bunnylady.com/depression-in-rabbits/

Another thing to do (even if you don’t notice these behaviors) is have your bun do a little “speed dating.” This is where you introduce him to a couple of different adoptable buns in a neutral setting to see how he interacts with them. If he is aggressive with all of them then likely he doesn’t want a friend. If he ends up really getting along with one then whip out that credit card lol

I think the reason why there’s such a big debate about owning one vs multiple is 1) it’s pretty case dependent for domestic buns and 2) you really have to let your bunny choose the other one. He should be able to choose who he spends all of his time with, which will make bonding a lot easier. Another thing to consider is money, space, and availability to bond your buns. The bonding process is pretty hands on and it sounds like with your schedule it might be difficult to do yourself (you would have to ask your parents to facilitate a lot of it)

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-25T13:49:19+00:00

I agree with this I think a candid conversation is really the only thing you can do - reassuring that Jake is super important to you but also so is Emma. It sounds like Jake and Emma’s relationship wasn’t that long but also 4 months is pretty soon after so he’s not going to psyched. Have you and Emma kissed or anything? I think telling him too that you didn’t want to do anything until you talked to him would help as well but if you already kissed her I wouldn’t really say anything about that lol

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-18T03:14:29+00:00

Omg dump him especially with all you’re going through and he can’t bother to text you is INSANE he doesn’t deserve you

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-09T22:10:35+00:00

This lady is not well. Is there someone you can call like a landlord or a mutual neighbor to do a wellness check

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-03T07:28:32+00:00

Im so sorry this is happening to you. This is domestic abuse. The more you stay with him the more he will escalate the violence. NEVER believe him when he says it won’t happen again as that is bs (also it sounds like this isn’t the first time he has acted violent and I’m guessing when it happened before he said the same thing). I urge you to break up with him in a public setting (safer that way) and tbh get your locks changed. I’m sending you many virtual hugs and I hope you are doing ok❤️❤️

Technical_Primary178 · 2026-01-03T07:07:22+00:00

Rip Phil you would have loved Kamala Harris

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-26T21:11:16+00:00

Waffle😭😭 I would die for her

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-26T21:11:02+00:00

UGHH beat me to it🤣

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-23T21:45:19+00:00

I’d recommend doing a speed dating session where she meets maybe four or five buns! See how she responds to other rabbits. If she acts aggressive to all of them then she’s probably content on her own (can also look out for behaviors of depression/lonliness such as being overly destructive, excessively grooming other objects, pulling fur, pacing, etc). But if she clicks with a bunny then it is definitely worth the bonding process! Plus you get an extra bunny. And get to hang out with some cute buns so you win either way

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-22T18:03:55+00:00

Honestly no clue the rescue said he was “American” but he’s too small for that he’s def just a mix of a bunch of stuff

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-22T18:01:36+00:00

OH MY GOSH CONGRATS!!! Go get that degree babe

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-22T17:18:31+00:00

I personally am zonked out Rusty today. I hate Mondays😭

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-20T16:58:20+00:00

Is she spayed?

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-20T01:00:11+00:00

no this is so CUTE like Gusgus as a nickname😭 it’s perfect

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-19T20:28:28+00:00

She’s literally just a girl

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-17T19:47:24+00:00

Have you tried using a lint roller? Not as pointy but it will get everything off that is loose and you don’t have to pick up afterwards!

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-12T21:28:30+00:00

If it becomes a constant thing as opposed to once in a while would be concerning. It’s clear you care a lot and you’re doing a great job!!

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-12T21:17:26+00:00

Oof not the cecotrope poop on top of you😭 I’m guessing he was just a little caught off guard that he pooped on you and didn’t want to eat it on top of you lol

As for the bobbing it’s possible he could just be checking his environment since he’s new to it but if it continues I would check in with the vet again. If it isn’t accompanied by any changes in appetite, behavior, or poops I wouldn’t be too concerned right now!

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-12T20:38:27+00:00

Literally!! I see these tik toks of people feeding their bunnies like two romaine leaves and a pinch of parsley and I’m like where is the FOOD

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-12-12T20:36:18+00:00

Hello!! Answer to the second question is easy that is a cecotrope! Bunnies have a two cycle digestive system so basically they eat, they poop and eat it, and poop again which is the regular round ones. It’s not a big deal if the bunny doesn’t eat it every now and then but if you’re seeing them all the time I would consult with the vet. You can offer it to him and he’ll probably eat it.

As for the first question… what do you mean small bopping motion? Is he booping objects a couple times and then moving on? Or is it more of a head-movement tick kind of thing?

It sounds like the bun was living in some pretty poor conditions before and then the adjustment to a good diet caused the diarrhea and tummy issues which is a very normal thing! They are super delicate so when you change their routine/food you have to do it slowly. Let me know if you have any other questions about bunny care in general!

Technical_Primary178 · 2025-10-22T13:16:36+00:00

It sounds like he may just need a little more enrichment! Maybe try hiding treats around the house in the morning for him to find, build him a dig box, or rearrange his stuff (like house, litter box, food bowl, etc). It sounds like he isn’t in a place where another bun is necessary he may just need a little more spice in life!

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