Bonding Rabbits

• Slow and steady

• Introduce rabbits in neutral territory

• Use high-value treats throughout the process

• Scent swapping

• Immediately separate if exhibiting problematic behavior (lunging, grunting, excessive humping, biting, circling).

• Reward positive, neutral, and mimicking behaviors like eating hay together, grooming themselves in front of each other, grooming each other, and sleeping in the other rabbit's presence.

• Pet both bunnies at the same time

• Playdates - Start with 5 minutes, work up to an hour, up to a few hours, etc.

• 100% supervised until bonding is complete.

• Like people, bunnies may pick and choose who they like or don't like. One bunny may prefer a calm partner, while another bunny may benefit from a bunny who can match their high energy.

• Most bunnies do better with a bunny friend, but some bunnies prefer to be the only rabbit in the home.