The Bunny Chat Thread - For Bunny Owners

[FortCluck]

Thanks!
I have so many power points right now

I'm actually working on an article about them too.
I'll get to work on one about fostering though.

Thanks for the advice, I'll start on the supplies. Thankfully the rescue will cover most things, so the expense of bunny proofing won't be too much.
The rescue seems to be pro free roaming too. The bunny won't have complete free range of the house though. Probably the kitchen, sun room, and maybe the living and dining rooms. S/he will have a large playpen as a sort of homebase, and I'll probably use it to block off the living room at first or if s/he tries to eat the carpet..

My dad seems more okay with it, but it'll be hard to get my mom to sit and talk with me about it. Maybe it'll help to just give them some time without asking or talking about it often before..

Wish me luck, I'll need it

It will ruin the carpet, I wouldn’t let it on carpet at all. They tear holes by digging in it.

 

[EverythingDucks]

It will ruin the carpet, I wouldn’t let it on carpet at all. They tear holes by digging in it.

Thought so. I'll just gate it off then when free roaming. Then again, I never really liked that rug anyways

 

[igorsMistress]

Well, I tried to talk with my mom about it but the subject keeps getting changed. I can't get more than a few words out at a time.
One of the biggest reasons she's so dismissive is because of allergies. I'm allergic to timothy hay but I would just use orchard grass. She also says ' doing all this 'bunny proofing' is just too much and I don't want to deal with it'. Actually, it's quite inexpensive, especially if it's just in one part of the house. And easy. Another reason is because I sleep in? I mean, yeah rabbits are most active at dusk and dawn. Idk, it would help if we ate dinner at a better time so I could get to sleep at a better time. Still not sure what this has to do with fostering a rabbit? It's so hot here, so I'm going to start taking the dogs for a walk early in the morning before it gets hot so maybe that'll help?
I'll do all the work and the rescue will pay for everything, so all they would have to do is drive to events occasionally.
Any advice?
I (tried) to explain how s/he would be free roamed, and as long as we bunny proof, we don't have to give him/her 24/7 attention. For most of the day they nap, and for about 2 hours in the morning and 2 in the evening s/he can get exercise and run around and play.
All we (I) would have to do is clean the litter box, groom him/her, and bond with him/her.
I've been looking at adoptable bunnies and one that needs fostering does great with cats and dogs. He's an adult and pretty calm from what I've read.
I've explained that it wouldn't be permanent. It would be for around 4-6 months. Not 15+ years.
How should I try reproaching them?

This is a tough one kiddo. As a parent I understand where she's coming from. If my kids took on an animal I was ultimately responsible if they weren't. Showing you can be responsible is the biggest thing. If your mom has looked into any of the issues that can come with indoor free range rabbits then I'm sure she's also going to be concerned about damage to the house and furniture. It happens. Not to mention the time commitment to the events you mentioned. If your folks are already busy and don't get much down time, well that down time is precious. Adding another thing to deal with right now might not be ideal. I think your mom is avoiding the convo because either she's torn abiut it or she already said no and you're not letting it go. Maybe give it a rest and try to change your habits around sleep while showing responsibility with the pets you have now, then try again in a month or two and reconsider your approach to convince her.

 

[FortCluck]

This is a tough one kiddo. As a parent I understand where she's coming from. If my kids took on an animal I was ultimately responsible if they weren't. Showing you can be responsible is the biggest thing. If your mom has looked into any of the issues that can come with indoor free range rabbits then I'm sure she's also going to be concerned about damage to the house and furniture. It happens. Not to mention the time commitment to the events you mentioned. If your folks are already busy and don't get much down time, well that down time is precious. Adding another thing to deal with right now might not be ideal. I think your mom is avoiding the convo because either she's torn abiut it or she already said no and you're not letting it go. Maybe give it a rest and try to change your habits around sleep while showing responsibility with the pets you have now, then try again in a month or two and reconsider your approach to convince her.

I agree with this! Whenever my kids get pets... it’s ultimately my responsibility. Yeah, kids can care for pets but sometimes kids forget.

The beagle I have is one someone got for hunting and for their kids... she was left outside all the time because the puppy phase was over with and the kids got bored with her. The parents had no time to care for her. When she was 3 they were bringing her to the shelter until I intervened. I got her and showed her what human affection looks like. She didn’t even know how to play with toys. She was quite aggressive too because she always had to fend for herself.

Things happen...

 

[featherhead007]

Why does my bunny thump at me every morning when I head out to feed him?

 

[Three Little Bunnies]

Why does my bunny thump at me every morning when I head out to feed him?

One of mine used to thump a lot, it could mean good morning, or he is territorial or doesn't like what you are doing.

 

[EverythingDucks]

Why does my bunny thump at me every morning when I head out to feed him?

Usually they do that as a sign of protest. He's probably saying "hurry up and feed me already!"

 

[AltonaAcres]

Anyone want a bunny? Last one available from our two Holland Lop litters this spring. He's about 11 weeks old. Chestnut Agouti. He has a white spot on his nose so he's pet quality. A buck. $40. Located in CO

 

[Flockincrazy]

I have a little tortoiseshell cat that grew up beside my doe and her litter. Her whole life she’s believed she’s a bunny. She goes in the hutches with them and loves to play with them... she never acts like a cat and I swear she even hops sometimes! If I can’t find her she’s always with her “siblings” and she even goes in their holes with them... it’s the darndest thing!

I have tiger Tom's that are the same way with my bunnies and my flock it is so cute and odd

 

[Flockincrazy]

View attachment 2258347Anyone want a bunny? Last one available from our two Holland Lop litters this spring. He's about 11 weeks old. Chestnut Agouti. He has a white spot on his nose so he's pet quality. A buck. $40. Located in CO

Man I wish i was closer I would so take him