Do Rabbits NEED a Friend?

[@sylviaalford517]

Every bunny is different. Such as mine, we’ve tried bonding him multiple times and he either attacked them or stopped eating. He is definitely happier alone 🤷‍♀️

[@charliewegner]

Same here! He even attacked his own sister, and they had been living together since they were babies obviously. This was before I owned him, but once they were able to walk and stuff, Auggie (my rabbit) would attack his siblings. We still tried bonding him with another rabbit, again to no avail. I hate when people tell me that I didn't try hard enough, because I seriously always will worry that I didn't. But, we as rabbit owners who watch channels like these are usually the most educated of the community, and I feel that I tried my absolute hardest. People tell me I'm wrong when I say my rabbit his happier alone, and all I have to say to that is, how would you know? He lives with me, not you.

[@ellai9272]

My rabbit is like this too I just give him a lot of extra attention and love from me. He isn’t good with other rabbits I’ve tried and he was bonded with his brother and attacked and killed him about a year ago. I’ve tried bonding him one other time and he is just too territorial

[@electricwolfy6567]

Yep that happened to my bunny I sadly had to rehome him for reasons

[@hyuu5492]

have you spayed or neutered them?

[@sylviaalford517]

Animal Creek yes, have been for years

[@sylviamcguire6122]

I hope bunny owners watching this video do not believe they are abusive, selfish, or dumb for only having one rabbit. We all love our buns and we want the best for them 💕

[@barackollama6568]

Yeah. this is the first video i have disliked from her.. she came off very rude towards us..

[@bethanybunny6512]

@@barackollama6568 Same

[@makennastone6704]

Yeah, I really didn't like this, and I used to view people with single rabbits as bad. I don't see that anymore and I'm glad I'm out of it. Rabbits can be just as happy without a companion, and what happens if your rabbit is disabled and can't be with another rabbit? Or is so aggressive they can't bond with another rabbit? I think not having the budget for 2 is a valid reason for having a single rabbit. I think this video is very opinionated and its like "its my way or the highway" lol. Anyways, I'm here because I want to keep a single rabbit, or maybe a pair (I have 3 unbonded bunnies and its really overwhelming especially as a first time pet owner, and I want to wait until I'm more comfortable with rabbits before I get more)

[@makennastone6704]

Plus rabbits can bond with plushies so that there proves you don't have to get a second rabbit in order for one to be happy

[@purupurumi]

@@makennastone6704 wowww really? Im in the middle of research before i decided to adopt a bunny or more bunny... pls kindly give me advice on how to take care a single bunny

[@kyoru]

about this topic, i think it depends on the rabbit. not all rabbits need another rabbit. i used to foster this one bunny and he can't seem to bond with any bunnies at all. he fought them and bite them like crazy until they bled. he likes human company more and he's more attached to me than my own bunnies.

[@G0ldwaves]

You have to bond rabbits to the right gender and the right way.

[@ayeshanoor2840]

ya

[@freya-louise6669]

I agree my previous male neverland dwarf rabbit hates other rabbits we tried so many times even taking him to our local rescue so he could meet new rabbits where a professional could introduce them and we could take a rescue home that he likes never worked out my rabbit lives to the age of 10 just wanting me and my family’s attention

[@Mel-qr5ob]

@@G0ldwaves you say that because you did all the right things, and it worked for you. I've tried with my bunny so many times, done all the right things, and it didn't work. I got 2 sisters. It was fine for 3 months. Then overnight Angel killed Sunny and I came out in the morning to find fur blown all across the yard. Yes both were neutered. Since then I gave Angel a year, then tried to find her a rabbit she could bond with. Yes i did use neutered males for her to bond with, seeing as clearly she can't handle other girls. Yes I did introduce slowly, by slowly bringing cages closer until months later finally introducing them in person under supervision for a couple hour sessions at a time. Angel always fights the new bunny and draws blood as soon as I look away, she only behaves well when I'm actively watching because she focusses on me, I have to seperate them to prevent Angel killing the new rabbit every time. Some rabbits just are NOT able to bond and trying again and again does more harm than good because of the fighting causing injuries.

[@randomnesschannel8820]

She means with rabbits that aren't aggressive and can be bonded

[@haleyf.3889]

Throwing the word abusive out there is completely uncalled for.

[@evettev1089]

Exactly what I thought lol like that’s a bit much

[@bethanybunny6512]

Exactly she was so dramatic

[@jadend2153]

I agree

[@Cynthetik]

Please bear in mind that some rabbits simply cannot get along with others and thus needs to be the only one at home. Before my Lorelei was first taken home the conditions was to make sure she is the only rabbit because she frequently gets into fights with other bunnies. Sorry, I’m not going to risk her and another rabbit’s life to bond when they have attempted to bond her with several other bunnies. I find the notion that rabbits need companions a load of baloney. It depends on the rabbit and it’s up to the owner to monitor their pets and make the judgement call. Some rabbits get lonely without a bunny friend some don’t care.

[@chickenx777]

you don't like everyone either, do you? every rabbit can ne bonded, just not with every other rabbit. that's why you arrange play dates before bringing home another rabbit.

[@mspSelSil]

That's true but the majority of rabbits can. Most people tend to give up bonding their rabbit way too early.

[@thequeerbee2026]

Exactly

[@pt1451]

Have you tried neutering your rabbit. Most females have a harder time bonding when they’re not fixed because of all their hormones

[@katieabdai2011]

Same here. I’ve got a rabbit that for whatever reason will be “bonded” for extended periods of time and then attack who she’s with. I’m not putting her safety and other bunnies safety at risk. I’ve done everything right and she seems super happy and they groom each other and then I wake up to them fighting and her seriously injuring my other bunnies. She’s very happy on her own and plays a lot. My other bunny I will be bonding with someone else because she just needs that connection.

[@nvjc46]

For everyone saying that owning only 1 rabbit is “abuse bc it doesn’t provide basic needs”......... basic needs are FOOD WATER SHELTER (and humans and animals sake I’m also going to say EXERCISE ) with out food we would die, with out water we would die, with out shelter we would die (frees to death, over heat to death, carried away by a tornado and die... etc) I understand that it might be “better” for a rabbit to have another rabbit with them BUT saying that it’s ABUSE is extremely wrong. Abuse is neglecting a rabbit and not giving them proper food, water, or love. Abuse is also physical harming or not providing proper living conditions such as wire bottom cages, small cages that pet stores sell as “rabbit” cages. It’s better to have 1 bunny who is very well taken care of , free roams , gets proper food , water, hay supplies, plus a lot of human love (and even love from other pets... my rabbit LOVES my dog and my dog LOVES my rabbit ..they are always supervised together) vs having 2 rabbits in a cage together. YOU can tell when your pet is sad or depressed and if they do then that’s when you can try something different like re homing, adopting another bun, or another solution. TRUTH IS only you can tell what’s best for YOUR bun!! And it’s not nice to tell living caring bunny parents that they are abusive when they aren’t at all.

[@purebaldness]

But what about PIPKIN and Lennon?

[@N33NS]

Their owners probably don't want/can't handle more than one rabbit, but what they forget is that bunnies aren't dogs that you can have only one of. Since they are Prey Animals bunnies should have someone of their own species to find comfort it.. but for Lorelei I can tell she spends so much time with Lennon and doesn't go out too much they bonded really well. But humans still cant replace a rabbit. Sorry tmi lol

[@chickenx777]

their owners are abusive. nothing more to add there.

[@chickenx777]

@Dima Ali TU05b said every abusive owner and their supporters ever before

[@chickenx777]

@Dima Ali TU05b a parent doesn't replace a child's friends. neither does a bunny owner for a bunny

[@chickenx777]

@@thequeerbee2026 then their owner needs to look for a rabbit that they can bond with. do you like every single human on earth?

[@mspSelSil]

I used to have a bunny named Rory and he seemed very happy even though he was alone. I had only him for about a year. Then I finally got him a friend, and in the end he was much happier. Unfortunately Amy was really scared of humans and never warmed up to us in all the time we had her. Rory died from old age about a month ago. Amy died four days later because she missed him so much. (She was only four and otherwise completely healthy). That's how I know how much they really meant to each other and how much they needed each other.

[@yeorichoi7626]

Nadi The bonds bunnies have always amazes me. They are such loving and loyal creatures. My second bunny is not very close to us as he has a very strong bond with my first bunny. But very slowly I think he is opening to us in baby steps. He lets me pet him these days. I am so sorry for your loss.. Losing both your bunnies must have been tough 😿

[@alexburry5]

Are you a doctor who fan? Amy and Rory!

[@mspSelSil]

@@alexburry5 Yes 😊

[@SanWithAnN]

I have only one rabbit. She is a 6 year old mini Rex, and with her personality she would not be good with another rabbit. Also, she has been very happy all her life as a single bunny! :)

[@KaitlynKoscho]

Agreed! My rabbit has lots of time with me and is extremely happy on his own.

[@yonit]

You should try to bond your rabbit. Most rescue centers should let, and often will take your rabbit in and do it themselves. It may not work, but I think every rabbit owner should try

[@oferkrupka]

So why it’s not considered cruel to have 1 dog? Dogs live in big groups too...

[@hc6157]

Ofer Krupka a rabbit ain’t a dog my dude XD animal behavior is diverse like that

[@gaylehesser8060]

dogs are different animals

[@bethanybunny6512]

It isn't cruel to only own one rabbit it isn't the best but it serenely isn't cruel

[@____-xc2kd]

Exactly!!!!!!!

[@G0ldwaves]

Dogs get social interaction from humans. Dogs are bred that way, remember that dogs are domesticated a long long time ago and rabbits only a couple hundred of years. Dogs get lots of play time, meet other people and dogs outside. A rabbit does not.

[@sarahneely5118]

I honestly love most of your videos and will continue to support your content, but this is where we differ. I do believe that if it is possible financially, your rabbit is in the proper condition (healthy and spayed/neutered), and you have educated yourself/confident in the bonding process then they should have a partner. But I do not believe it is abusive to only have one rabbit, though something may be lacking I believe a rabbit can have a full and happy life on their own. I also don’t agree with your idea that two rabbits is basically like having one, it’s not. You are now paying double in yearly medical bills, vegetables, treats, enclosure size and enrichment. This doesn’t include senior care as they get older or emergency care which I hate to say it is more of an inevitability than a chance. I personally work in the veterinary community and have two rabbits, I personally can’t afford another rabbit and my two that I rescued do not get along. I wish I had the time, money, and space to allow them both buddies but I don’t but I’m 100% sure they prefer living with me by themselves than, where they were. And I would rather have a single rabbit adopted out to good families and be well taken care of than in a shelter environment. And pretty sure you do to, but I suggest you rethink the tone and words you use when approaching this subject because you may cause a rabbit to lose a forever home.

[@G0ldwaves]

Stop making excuses for people having only a solo rabbit.

[@chrysansilis]

I agree that keeping more than one rabbit is better than a single rabbit, but those who have a single rabbit shouldn’t be demonised or seen as abusers, solely because they’re keeping only one rabbit.

[@uniformitydubliner9691]

@@chrysansilis If a rabbit having a good life means they need a rabbit partner, and a person can't afford that or refuses to do that, then the person should simply not have a rabbit. I mean, imagine if you were forced to you whole lifetime with a kangaroo, or a fly. (Who could take care of you)

[@TomikaKelly]

​@@G0ldwaves You dont need an excuse to have a solo rabbit. Im only getting one rabbit and my "excuse" for not gwtting two is that I only want one. Enough said.

[@aleiyuh1712]

People like Lennon the bunny who is a great bunny owner that only owns one bunny and Lennon is still happy

[@emmalouise543]

Lemons owner is just irresponsible

[@paigenorkus7047]

Emma Daggett have you even watched any of her videos? I suggest you go take a look

[@emmalouise543]

Paige Norkus I used to be subscribes and loved her videos but she has gone massively down hill, os yes, I have

[@aleiyuh1712]

Emma Daggett start by getting the name correctly then you can hate... lmao

[@aleiyuh1712]

Emma Daggett and how has she gone down hill

[@tonyam.2998]

Rabbit 101, Your videos typically are informative and I enjoy them, but I have to say that this video seems less informative and more condescending and elitist. It’s enough to state the reasons why rabbits should be bonded and share your experiences and allow this to persuade/inform a person’s decision. However, you chose to tell someone they should work more, pick up a few extra hours, better manage their money or don’t get one is short-sighted and offensive. And you laughed with dismal at those whom may not be able to afford spaying/neutering. Although, there are low and no cost options in some communities. Poverty is real, and there are working poor in this country holding down two or more jobs while taking care of their families or going to school. I agree, if you have a pet you should be a responsible pet owner, which means able to manage and afford its care, but wild rabbits don’t have doll houses, pens, designer beds and they all don’t eat organic foods. They live in the wild and they survive off a lot less then what we Americans indulge our pets. Its okay for a person to work there way up to be able to have two or more. To say it plainly, you exhibited disdain for those who have less then you. With indignation you raised you nose up to the poor or those with less and balked at them for wanting a rabbit and maybe not being able to afford a second. In turn you’ve treated your rabbits with more compassion and understanding then the people you ridicule here.

[@mojothebudgies2901]

If too poor to look after an animal properly you need to find a solution. I see it all the time where people harp on can't afford a suitable enclosure for example In that case you need to consider rehoming them if no way of affording what they need.

[@WeAreGina]

I have a question. What if you get a second bunny and they refuse to bond. Then you have two bunnies who are alone and your back at square one?

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Gina Mustakas pretty much, this happened to Love The Bunny. She has a youtube channel. She has 2 Neutered male bunnies & the bonding is not going well. Some bunnies just don’t get along. I think the suggestion about bunny dating or foster to adopt was a great suggestion. I also had a bunny that refused to bond with 3 others but now she has a friend.

[@WeAreGina]

Ok lets say i choose bunny dating . Would my bunny require special shots or immunizations to be able to even go to these places. My fluffy Babs bunny is almost 6 months shes is getting spayed probably next month. I have a 21/2 year old son and 4 year old daughter. Babs is a lionhead. She loves my kids and they treat her very well. How would i know if the adopted bunny would be the same with them.

[@WeAreGina]

We got her when she was 9 weeks old

[@thequeerbee2026]

Im the exact same I just have 2 large x pens next to each other they seem really happy like that I don't trust my rabbit with his brother he's very very aggressive towards him

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Gina Mustakas if you live in the US there are no approved shots for bunnies. If you live in Europe it is possible they would require that your bunny be up to date on their annual immunizations.

[@trtlekltz]

I don't really agree with all of this. While I think best case is 2 bunnies I don't plan on it. My bunny was abandoned outside and is now safe a d well cared for with me. However the cost omto get him fixed was a lot and so is his care. He costs me more than my 3 dogs combined. I don't have the money to get another one but leaving him outside wasn't an option either. In this area they are meat or outside pets.

[@followmeandmydaay]

Give him to someone that can offer him a nice home AND can provide him a friend. That would be a responsible move

[@trtlekltz]

@@followmeandmydaay really? He has a great life. He was almost dead. Now is has all the food he could need, he's a therapy bunny who makes a difference in the lives of kids and loves the kids he sees daily. I know of no one who would give him the space and proper care that he needs but maybe you're right having another bunny is more important than that. He can move in to an outside hutch, eat seeds and crap all day and it'll make up for it.

[@followmeandmydaay]

@@trtlekltz I said a NICE home. There are lots of people out there who could provide a safe environment + give him the friend he needs. And I personally do not agree to give prey animals a 'job', especially not with kids.

[@trtlekltz]

Then I'm sad for you. They make great therapy animals and I'd never make him do anything he isn't willing to do. Some day he doesn't want to come out of his pen, that's fine. Most days he rushes to see the kids when they walk in the door. As for somewhere else to live not all areas are bunny friendly. I live in a very rural area where rabbit's are seen as food not pets.

[@G0ldwaves]

@@trtlekltz you have 3 dogs and only 1 bunny? Should be the other way around. And what about at night? The bunny is all alone and when you're away. That's really sad.

[@hc6157]

Quick tip: DONT get a pair of baby (I.e., unfixed) rabbits and assume they’ll be bonded when they grow up. It doesn’t matter if they’re siblings. It doesn’t matter if they’re very attached to each other right now. Keep unfixed rabbits separated until they’re fixed. If you’re in this situation, fellow commenter, separate your rabbits and get that spay/neuter appointment on the calendar. Now: I can already see a lot of pushback from experienced owners to some of your points, but if I can add anything, I think the advice you’re giving sounds great for beginning owners, even though experienced owners have managed to do things like cat/dog/rabbit coexistence (not sure about full bonding) and the fact that some rabbits really do better alone. But saying that, I’m not really helping the issue of most rabbits needing a partner in most homes, especially for beginner owners. So to my fellow rabbit experts, chillax. This is fine content for newbies.

[@sunnysideupc4144]

so I got two baby bunnies who were bonded and they always cuddled and were so attached. They are boys. One day I came with their spinach and a fight broke out. This is because Booker has always been so greedy with the treats and steals them and has been the dominant bunny, but now Stormy has had enough and that is when the fighting and mounting came. they have been separated since.(a divider through there x pen) I plan on keeping them separate until they are neutered and I can try to rebond them. Hoping it works out. Let me know if you have any more tips please!!

[@alinabbyy]

@@sunnysideupc4144 how old were they when they started fighting?

[@anner3043]

Yeah. In my experience, you shouldn't get a rabbit a friend from their own family because for me it ended up badly so now I even get different breeds. It simulates a rabbit starting a new family/ warren so it will reduce the fighting.

[@alinabbyy]

@@anner3043 my rabbits are 2 months old rn and siblings and are bonded very well. They snuggle and groom eachother all the time but then again they havent gone through puberty

[@anner3043]

@@alinabbyy I guess it's just for me because we got 2 rabbits from the same litter and they could not live together so we took one back and got a Dutch rabbit as an alternative breed and paired perfect together. The only problem we have is they occasionally fight over their surrogate soft toy elephant😂

[@emmathomas7465]

It’s adorable how pushy bunnies are when they want to be groomed xD

[@d.d1798]

I have a big dog and they get along just fine. When I’m with my bunny, my dog joins us every once and a while. I make sure my rabbit isn’t showing any signs of being stressed, but usually neither the rabbit or dog are in discomfort while in the same room together. They interact, but also give each other space when needed. However, I never leave them in the same room alone. Just want to let people know that even though they’re different species, they’re still capable of being comforted and even loved by each other

[@tulasikijaya]

It’s true. If they are not around the same species they need a different species. I will tell you cows are the worst to leave alone. Seems like elephants too. And how you gonna hang out in the pastures with these animals all day.

[@zimrianispresent8123]

I have a big lab and they snuggle when they feel like it. But they have their separate kennels too. Nobody spays or neuters in my town so I cannot bring another bunny into our home

[@zaraturner3490]

I have a bunny and two cats and they get on just fine neither get stressed and bayley let’s the cats know if she doesn’t want them near her

[@oferkrupka]

*Single is ok* • Can’t have 2nd - Owner find it hard to have another 1, money wise, then it’s ok to just have 1, as long as (keep reading)... • Happy - if your rabbit seems happy. • Attention - you spend a lot of time with them that they don’t seem alone & bored. • Happiness signs - Bunch of binkies, flops, etc... everyday. *_Conclusion_* : > As long as you give attention good amount of space and your bun is happy, you are good. *Give decent space OR rehome your bunny* • Small space - rabbit has to have minimum space at the size of a room for at least 4 hours a day. • When not free then it should still have decent amount of space. *_Conclusion_* : > If you are not providing it then please change that. > If you are unable to change that, rehome your bunny. *2nd rabbit OR more attention OR rehome* • Busy - if you don’t have a lot of time, and your rabbit find itself alone a lot of the times, and seems bored. *_Conclusion_* : > Try to give more attention on daily basis... > If not, get a 2nd rabbit (talk to vet first)... > If the vet recommend another rabbit and you can’t have another one, rehome your bunny to a home which can have 2, I know, It’s hard, but it’s better life for your bun.

[@oferkrupka]

takeit - Good way to solve that is if you have other family members that can give attention when you can’t (working or sleeping). - Rabbits usually have a sleeping schedule that fit the work/sleep schedule of the owner (maybe not the waking up at 6-7 am part). - Another good way to spend time with them is eat with them together on the same table or sofa everyday.

[@happybunnies4382]

@takeit u do realise they sleep in the day so unless someone is leaving them at night there's nothing wrong with it

[@followmeandmydaay]

When you speak of attention does this includes you sticking your tongue into your rabbit ears and eyes and cleaning him where your rabbit cannot properly clean himself? Do you lay next to your rabbit (body contact) for at least 7 hours a day? If your rabbits asleep do you always stay close to him and thump if there's something wrong so you can warn him? Do you speak rabbit language and communicate with your rabbit all day long? No? Well, that's what rabbits do for each other when they are with their own kind

[@oferkrupka]

followmeandmydaay I can sleep with a bun, that’s 7 hours a day. I can also lick their ears, should be fast, I have huge tongue compared to a rabbit. There are videos about rabbit body language, there is some level of understanding between humans and pets. I think it’s also more relaxing to have a a giant furless friend to keep you safe when you are scared.

[@followmeandmydaay]

@@oferkrupka you forgot about the most important thing that you can... talking bs

[@stormithebunny2960]

I have a rabbit named Stormi. My Rabbit doesn’t have a friend but he has lots of time with me. When his not with me it’s because I’m at school and when I’m at school he is usually lounging around sleeping. I personally don’t think rabbits need to have a friend.

[@KaitlynKoscho]

Agreed! My rabbit has lots of time with me and is extremely happy on his own.

[@gaylehesser8060]

Can you make the updated video about how to bond rabbits soon? Cuz I’m going to bond my rabbits in a month. like if u agree. The more likes this gets the easier it is for it to get her attention. I getting my rabbit this Saturday, so I hope she makes that video soon.

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Abigail Hesser I have a bunny bonding video on my channel that I made 3 weeks ago if you are interested 🐰❤️

[@jules5230]

Abigail Hesser same

[@gaylehesser8060]

@@TiffanysBunnyGang oh cool! I watched it! great video! I subbed

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Abigail Hesser great! So happy you enjoyed it 🐰🥰

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Jules Cira thank you for your support! I’m so happy you enjoyed our videos. 🐰🥰

[@Boringforeignlauren]

How are they the same as European Wild Rabbits? They’re a completely different species, even though they did originate from them. Different species require different things. Even though I do agree rabbits would benefit from a friend, that just doesn’t sound right.

[@vickymc9695]

They're not a different species, they can still inter bread, and have the same genetic makeup. They just have more coat colours as of lack of predators. Wild rabbits often will brake into outdoor encloses to get to domestic buns. This course oops litters. Most of the worlds wild rabbit population are European, as sailors would bring them, then release then to have a easy food source later. The few places this isn't true is the continent of America, and some parts of the continent of Africa.

[@Boringforeignlauren]

No this is not true at all. Wild rabbits cannot crossbreed with domestic ones, this is because their genetic makeups are different. They would have no viable offspring, hence being different species. That’s a big myth, but don’t take my word for it, just google it.

[@happybunnies4382]

@@Boringforeignlauren I when to rescue and they had half domesticated rabbits and wild rabbits

[@GreymanWalking]

@@Boringforeignlauren You better fact check yourself the only ones that can not breed with house rabbits are Hares and Cotton Tails the European wild rabbit still shares the same genetics and can successfully reproduce with the house rabbits we have now. Which is why the different breeds of HOUSE rabbits can interbreed. What you are saying is basically the same as saying different dog species can't interbreed which everyone knows is not true.

[@YouAskedForThis563]

Basic needs are sleep, food, water, sex and pooping. Friends are not a necessity, but a luxury.

[@thepowerofislam1342]

Andrew Nel not really u have no idea could u live by ur self forever without going outside and having friend

[@emilywilliams4095]

This isn’t true. Mine is perfectly happy on her own and doesn’t get on with any other rabbits ❤️

[@baltobud8]

Im a veterinarian student. One of the rules for animal welfare is the 5 freedoms. One of those is ''allowing natural behavior''. Rabbits NEED a partner. Also, it IS true, SCIENTIFICALLY AND BIOLOGICALLY PROVEN! just because you are an exception doesnt make it the norm.

[@idontcare7137]

Cod/twd gaming I keep my rabbit alone tried to bond her with 4 rabbits she bit them or they bit her she was abused by her previous owners so she is scared of other animals

[@nesquick9681]

Cod/twd gaming Um? First off, that was extremely rude. At the end of the day we are not rabbits, we will never TRULY know how they feel about having a friend/ not having a friend. Also, don’t give me that “It’s illegal in Switzerland” crap because a lot of things in America are illegal in other countries.

[@bethanybunny6512]

I seriously think u were two harsh it isn't abusing the rabbit to keep them alone it's not great but it isn't abusing them. Abuse is keeping them outside keeping them in a cage with no toys or interaction

[@101rabbits]

I was saying it was abusive for humans to do that to a child at least in my country. I don’t think keeping a rabbit single is abusive, but I do think most people don’t realize how important having a friend is. I do recognize there are certain situations when people can’t provide a friend, or can’t at the moment. All of which I went over in my video. :)

[@OLGA-io1kp]

Actually I think there's no problem in having only one rabbit if you actually invest it the adecuate time on them, of course if you are out most of the day or your just don't play with them enough you MUST give them company.

[@OLGA-io1kp]

@takeit they do not need to be accompanied 24/7 it's really not obligatory, and the thought of getting an extra rabbit to make yours have company it's problematic, it's like getting a pet for your pet, it's not ok, it's double the work, double the expenses, double care, and double suffering when they die. Rabbits do well by themselves unlike sugars who actually die from loneliness and it's an obligation to have at least three of them.

[@bethanybunny6512]

@takeit the rabbits sleep when ur at work so....

[@beab-locher6077]

@@OLGA-io1kp So I'm very late but I hope you see this. Ehm in my country you need to have at least two, otherwise it is considered animal cruelty. So I don't think they force even people who want to butcher their rabbits to have them in groups out of stupidity. Lonely rabbits tend to show more agression and become more depressed than bonded ones and is said they can feel being lonely without expressing it (as they can hide pain as well). I would not tell somebody you are an abuser because you keep rabbits alone, but I would strongly advise to change that. You would literlly get scolled be your vet here if they knew you have rabbits alone. If all bonding attempts fail it is advised to keep them apart, but still that is better than not not have another rabbit at all. Imagine living your whole life not able to have someone who can understand you. They have their own language that no other animal can understand, also no human. Rabbits spend more than 50% of their day with social interaction between each other. If they sleep they have someone who warns them from danger (Obviously not there when you keep them inside, but the instincts of being a prey animal are still there)

[@OLGA-io1kp]

@@beab-locher6077 in your country it may be obligatory but i dont think its a rule in most countries, I am actually studying veterinary medicine (i have only 1.5 years left of 5 years) and I would advice to have more rabbits if u can afford taking care of them, on the other hand like u said, if someone is playing a lot and taking care of their rabbit i see no problem having only one, i had a rabbit for 8 years who was really bonded to me and never had an agression problem, but every rabbit is different, i understand your point and do agree to an extent is better to have company for your pets of the same species if they are gregary or social species😁

[@beab-locher6077]

@@OLGA-io1kp And if you talked with collegues from my country they would tell otherwise. Switzerland has the best or one of one of the best animal protective laws. And it is illegal to keep one only. Do you see my point? Like rabbits who will be buchtered (poor little babies) are required not to live alone. Noone responsible sells you a rabbit if you plan to keep him/her alone here. So I absolutelty have this perspective. Swiss are generally perceived as boring and very fussy people, so are our laws. And in this paritcular point I am very glad for. I don't want to condem people who have/had one rabbit, but not to spread further the perception "they are perfectly happy alone". First of I never heard one of my rabbit telling me "hey I am happy" So I don't know for sure. (Yes for sure they have body language, but rabbits can even hide pain, so why not lonliness?) If you are interested I can send you a link with our laws, they are very partcicular and specific what which animal requires as bare minimum. Manx animals you can have in other country you can only have if you work professionally with animals and / or passed a workshop and got a certificate. Some years ago it was obligatory to do that for a dod. They withdrew from that now. Yes at this point my country is nitpicking. (A good nitpicking)

[@sabbatagelive]

I got my rabbit from my teacher because she accepted a rabbit as a gift from my other classmate(I don’t know why either). Anyway my teacher is from China and she lives at my aunt and uncle’s house because they provide housing for teachers and students from China so she was like an aunt to me. I really liked her new baby bunny (Tutu) and my teacher was going to China for the summer so she let me take care of her. She kept her in a tiny little bird cage so shortly after I got her we moved her to a new cage and eventually she spent most of her time free roaming. When the summer came to an end I really wanted a bunny of my own and my parents thought I was responsible enough to have one but my teacher heard that I wanted a bunny so she said I could keep Tutu. I was so happy to have her but I wish I had known more about rabbits before I got her. She is fully free roamed now and I now know how to take care of her. I’m hoping that I’ll be able to get her a companion soon but my parents also didn’t realize how hard it can be to keep a bunny and probably don’t want to get another one.

[@ShelbyKeahi]

Giving one rabbit a good home seems better than letting it live a short life at the shelter or go to a bad home just because you can't house two..

[@libbysanimals_8306]

LOL I always used to call your channel "one hundred and one rabbits" 😂

[@shereem4237]

So your saying you are an abusive rabbit owner? You have an unbonded rabbit so your abusive and selfish... your words not mine. Best case is two rabbits, but some rabbits will not bond with other rabbits and making their owners feel bad is really shitty of you. Anyone if you are looking to get a second rabbit I suggest picking a rescue that will bond your bunnies for you. That way you adopting a bun who needs a home and you don't end up with two bunnies who hate each other.

[@bethanybunny6512]

I agree with the second part. But not the first cos she explained why lulu is kept alot she's 10/5 years old with arthritis her partner died last year and it wasn't in the best interests to get another rabbit for lulu

[@shereem4237]

@@bethanybunny6512 but that's my point, in some circumstances a second bunny is not best for the bunny you already have. She knows this and still called people abusive for not keeping two bunnies. I agree with her but I acknowledge that two bunnies don't always work and think calling people abusive is a bit far. The first part of my comment is pure sarcasm.

[@matilxdaa]

I have a cat and it absolutely LOVES my rabbit😂❤️ they groom each other and sleep beside each other☺️ They’re so cuuteee

[@stormthebabe49]

Honestly, sometimes it’s just practice. I rescued three bunnies who came from bad situations, and fostered two, and kept one. Two were very much neglected, and one just didn’t get along with his owner. Rocky (didn’t get along with his owner), was bad with other bunnies, because he was stressed at my house. As his care got better, he was much better at bonding. He actually got along well with even the most aggressive of rabbits. Storm didn’t get along with his brothers, but I haven’t tried to bond him with anyone else. Lightning I had to do the most work with. He wouldn’t eat in front of me, he was so scared of me and his new situation, that he refused to come out of his hidey house to eat. The first time he was in a bonding session, he immediately attacked. The second time, he waited until the bunny got too close, then attacked. The third time, he was uncomfortable, and aggressive, but never attacked. He did better and better each time, so just keep trying, maybe your bunny is stressed in his home life, or territorial at home. Maybe he just needs practice, but just keep trying, don’t give up on your little guy.

[@lawliet216]

I think you're wrong here. They are not the same as European rabbits, they are different species which can be proven by the fact they cannot breed with each other.

[@angell111]

I really want to get my bunny a friend :(

[@sweetzzz2924]

I have one rabbit on her own, the adoption shelter I got her from said she was happier on her own :| She was bullied by her old friend and the people who helped us with the adoption said she was friendly and would be better off alone

[@beab-locher6077]

Have also one who was said to be better alone. My two bonded very well but couldn't stand each other with adulthood. I got professional help to rebond them. He is super fearful and she outgoing and cheeky. Normally not the best combination. They get along again now, it melts my heart to see them together. I would at least try once. (With a rabbit with a similar personality)

[@Pixieangel1231]

It depends on the rabbit specifically, ima leave it at that.

[@chickenx777]

well, you are wrong

[@G0ldwaves]

Get outta here freak

[@hannah-rj8ju]

Adopt a rabbit. It is way cheaper then buying from a breeder.

[@aleiyuh1712]

Hannah well either or .. they are both better than buying atleast🤷🏻‍♀️

[@hc6157]

Breeders/pet stores -give you bad advice -don’t fix your rabbit -don’t socialize your rabbit -don’t care about your rabbit’s future -create problems for rabbit shelter volunteers like me Shelters -socialize rabbits -fixe rabbits -usually great advice -care about your rabbit’s future -rescue rabbits from euthanasia and death in the wild -have amazing services like nail clipping, grooming, boarding, sell rabbit-specific pet supplies

[@barackollama6568]

You are very nice and beautiful but honestly, (i have one rabbit her name is bella and i have had her for years) and this video made me a little angry saying i am "selfish" or "abusive" is very VERY rude!! Lennon the bunny has one rabbit who she has had for years. some points in this video are clear but lots of rabbits will fight and god forbid kill another bunny. (my rabbit almost killed her last mate), i had to rehome my other bunny because my bella always attacked her... so no Although it is REQUIRED it is not RECOMMENDED if it isn't a possibiliy

[@acemackenzie3830]

This showed up on my phone as I was in the middle of a bonding session with my two bunnies^^

[@jeromerolanda9867]

I hope you'll be good friends 😀

[@H20-i7y]

How are the bunnies now?

[@audreyrose4880]

I really loved how upfront and honest you were. Most of these were just excuses to not get another rabbit and I think people really need to hear this.

[@charliewegner]

True, but please do realize that there are bunnies out there that seriously do not get along with other rabbits. My rabbit attacked his own siblings from the second he could, and he never bonds with other rabbits.

[@pigeonbeez]

some people can’t get another rabbit? it’s not in their budget? and if you’re gonna say ‘don’t get one’ then that’s stupid as well LMAO. i’m getting a bunny for emotional support so LMAO

[@ferretunicorn838]

@@EM-cd9bj Na, those are the people who get them as easter presents these people are taking care of their pets very well sometimes its just not possible to get another rabbit. Some rabbits are very happy alone, some would be happier with a friend and others need a friend. All bunnies are different.

[@imperfectlyvegan7959]

Please do your updated bonding video soon, its a topic that worries me a lot. Once lux is spayed and my income gets better, I want to try having a friend for her.

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Imperfectly Vegan I have a bunny bonding video on my channel if your interested 🐰❤️

[@LeighPhillips78]

What to do when you have artificially bonded these bunnies and then one day, as it happens, the bond breaks and can never be restored? I have heard a lot about rabbits bonding swimmingly well, and one day they randomly turn their back on the other for no apparent reason. Then what?

[@xsunshinex4033]

Bunnies sometimes fight, mine do too but usually they calm down after a few days

[@paigenorkus7047]

I normally love watching your videos but I 100% disagree with you on this topic. Yes, most rabbits would be happy with another rabbit but it’s not 100% necessary. In fact some bunnies would prefer to not have another bunny with them... just like in the wild, you will very occasionally find some rabbits on their own and surviving and thriving perfectly fine that way. I’ve tried to bond my bunny with over 5 different individual rabbits and none have been the least bit successful. He violently attacks them, grunts, thumps, ect. He’s gone so far as to severely injure another rabbit. Yes, he is neutered. He doesn’t have aggressive tendencies towards me or any other kind of animal other then rabbits. He LOVES cuddling and playing with my dogs and my friend’s guinea pigs. But anytime I’ve ever tried to have a play date or a binding session with any other rabbit, he goes absolutely nuts and actually had hurt himself in the process of attacking the other bunny. So for you to say that not getting another rabbit makes you an abusive owner then that’s something that honestly is very offensive and I cannot believe you would go so far as to even say that.

[@followmeandmydaay]

I have never seen a wild European rabbit living on its own

[@G0ldwaves]

You are so wrong and just trying to find excuses to keep only 1 rabbit. Extremely selfish.

[@BelleRichardson]

I feel like this video is such a stab to another bunny youtuber..

[@jmbrignon2712]

Comparing single bunnies to child abuse is going way too far. I'm honestly really mad, and I've been a huge fan of you for over a year, your videos really helped me when I got Blue. Pipkin (from OneMorePlease), Lennon and Bini are single bunnies and I've never seen happier rabbits or rabbits with stronger bonds with their owners, they're honestly my ideal of what a rabbit-human relationship should be. So (and this is purely my opinion here) I think you're wrong about rabbits absolutely NEEDING a friend. Yes they'd be happier with a friend, but no, the lack of one doesn't make them unhappy.

[@happybunnies4382]

Exactly. They have a great bond with their owners. Just because she doesn't have a good bond with hers doesn't mean other people don't

[@TheOtherAnne]

Please dont take this the wrong way: but in my country it is illigal to keep a rabbit alone. After many studies they concluded that rabbits need a friend to have a complete life. (Lennon is a emotional support animal and is for this reason alone) . I see that in the US there aren't many studies about rabbits since they aren't from the US. Keeping a bunny alone DOESN'T make you a bad person, it is simply something to think about. If you ever find yourself in a time where you can get a second bunny: your bunny will be even more happy than it already is.

[@jmbrignon2712]

Anne Gerrits - Don’t worry, I agree that it’s better for rabbits to live in pairs, I just don’t agree with implying that single rabbits aren’t happy or that their owners are abusive. Here in the UK it’s strongly recommended to keep rabbits in pairs and animal shelters won’t let you adopt single rabbits unless you have one at home to bond with. I fully intend to adopt another rabbit one day (hopefully soon), but my apartment needs doing up first and my dad is currently dying from cancer, so I’m rather busy at the moment. But I have looked into nearby bunny shelters and am slowly making plans.

[@TheOtherAnne]

So sorry to hear about your father... I hope you get lots of love and support of your family and friends. Bunny bonding can wait. Bonding rabbits can bring even more stress.. I had two lonely rabbits in one house after their bond broke. Waited for everything to calm down to start bonding them again

[@claytonthomas6316]

@@TheOtherAnne Lorelei got Lennon as a emotional support animal originally but that's not why Lennon is alone. Lorelei isn't actually allowed to have another bunny as she doesn't own the place and Lennon is perfectly happy anyway.

[@nicolesmith9739]

I’m 18 years old and provide for my rabbits all by myself. I have 5 and they are all bonded and live together. Honestly wouldn’t change it for the world, even if I can’t afford a car 😂

[@tyler-d9974]

Do u realise how rude u were in this video? You are very privileged and have always had money ur parents even built u a house most people don't have that luxury and don't have the room for multiple rabbits u don't understand how lucky u have been to be able to do all this and then u think u have the right to judge other people u don't understand rabbits quite as well as u think you haven't had all that much experience with other rabbits. I've owned over 15 not all at once but all of the rabbits have been different I've had some who love other Bunnies and some who actually hate other rabbits and not everyone has the option to fo bunt dating

[@followmeandmydaay]

If you don't have the money to provide a rabbit with his needs, then don't have rabbits at all. Same for every other pet.

[@thequeerbee2026]

I know one person who bonded her rabbits they were fine and really happy for a year but then they terned on each other one day when she wasn't home and they ended up killing each other

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Melissa , unfortunately bunny bonds can break. It is less likely to happen if they are fixed but this can happen.

[@thequeerbee2026]

@@TiffanysBunnyGang they were spayed and neutered

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Melissa , yes, that’s why I stated that it’s less likely for a bond to break if they are fixed but it can happen anyway & it’s really unfortunate when it does.

[@Zullala]

I tried to get my rabbit a friend but the local bunny shelter refused to adopt out to someone who already owned a rabbit. They told me and I quote, "We are not a bunny dating service!" Which honestly made me feel small and stupid. They said that in response to my question of if they had a room for bunnies to meet each other because I was looking to find my bunny a friend and I wanted to make sure they got along. They said bunnies are incredibly territorial and there's a high chance of them killing each other! But Jesus, I see lots of people with bunny pairs and it seems fine.

[@exterminator9676]

Surely there must be extremely rare cases of antisocial bunnies right..?

[@bethanybunny6512]

Yes and it isn't that rare even rescues have rabbits who won't bond with other rabbits

[@followmeandmydaay]

@@bethanybunny6512 in the US I guess? In other countries they won't even allow you to adopt, if you can't provide your rabbit a friend. Also the house rabbit society in my country says on their website that there hasn't been one single bunny out there that they couldn't successfully bond with another.

[@bethanybunny6512]

@@followmeandmydaay UK actually and sometimes they have had rabbits who well and truly won't bond with other rabbits they have tried multiple times sometimes rabbits just don't want another rabbit

[@jadend2153]

It's not that rare

[@ponyperfection6817]

What about Lennon the Bunny? Lennon is happy and not bonded..

[@stormthebabe49]

A Productions Lennon’s owner has stated multiple times that she intends to bond Lennon to another bunny. Lorelei also has a place near her apartment where she takes Lennon to socialize with other rabbits in neutral territory. Lennon is getting some rabbit to rabbit socialization, but it’s not the same as bonding. Lennon is still relatively young, she has time to bond.

[@clueless_1657]

I got another rabbit because of this video. I adopted from a shelter and it only took 2 weeks for my rabbits to bond

[@mumtazfarooq63]

One like equal to show how much u love your rabbits🐰🐰🐰🐰

[@mumtazfarooq63]

What??????

[@mumtazfarooq63]

Can u plz reply me

[@kittykat16]

Are you still going to make snugabuns to sell on your Etsy I’ve been wanting to buy one as a gift for my rabbits enclosure

[@etaps14]

My rabbit Waffles has THRIVED since I bonded him to my rabbit Melon. They LOVE each other and I'm so glad that they have each other to hangout with 24/7.

[@etaps14]

OH and Waffles is deaf too. He has done so well with Melon.

[@beab-locher6077]

@@etaps14 I hope more people here would tell so. I hate the "They are fine alone" I do understand it can really be annoying to bond them at that it even sometimes doesn't work. But them having alone should be the last option, not the first.

[@kie6478]

No offense but this is just dumb. Dogs are pack animals but do fine without another dog. Same with rabbits. And besides, mine is cage free, hilarious, happy, and really hates other rabbits for some reason which is a bit annoying because I can never have bunny parties.

[@nach4n]

Bunnies shouldn’t have parties!! That’s super irresponsible! And they aren’t the same as dogs! Rabbits CAN be happy on their own but they will be alot more happy in pairs! Your rabbit doesn’t hate other bunnies he/she just never got the chance and time to trust another rabbit

[@allyssaharland6316]

I Agree with a lot of points from this video but from my knowledge not all rabbits “need” a friend, a lot of rabbits are extremely territorial and are much happier alone. I would prefer to have two rabbits as I do agree socialising is important but don’t think it’s the right thing for all bunnies. I also had a rabbit and Guinea pig who were friends for years with no problems, but I can understand how that could be seen as risky .

[@bnnyhlp952]

I'm pretty late, but all bunnies can be bonded with the right mate. If your bunny acts territorial, you most likely didn't bond them correctly. I am a vet student and bunny owner of 14 years and the first thing we learned in vet school is that bunnies should NEVER be kept alone, also not with guinea pigs. It's even illegal here because it's considered animal cruelty! Not trying to be mean, that's just my experience :)

[@roxyray781226]

I found my rabbit stranded in a parking lot when she was a baby. I was not planning on getting an animal bc I didn’t want the responsibility, but when I saw her I couldn’t help but to save her and keep her. I want to get another rabbit for her but I’m just not in the right place in my life; it wouldn’t be responsible; I travel a lot and my bun goes w me and I just don’t know how I could travel with two rabbits. But I really do want her to have a friend.. I hope soon it will happen! Cuz I know she’d be the happiest w a friend.

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Thank you for this video there are some helpful tips in it. I have a small rescue in the Tampa Bay Area if anyone wants to try bunny dating near me. We currently have 12 bunnies for foster or adoption, including some already bonded pairs. 🙂🐰❤️

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

Kailyn thank you 😊 🐰❤️

[@alarcon99]

im so glad to know you are doing this here in Florida. Here in the treasure coast there was no one available for bun dates. im glad i got lucky w/ Hershey and Oreo.

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

alarcon99 yes, I feel like it’s a great way to make sure your bunnies are compatible before making a commitment. It’s heartbreaking when you get a bunny to bond them & then have to house them separately. As I said in another comment it happened to Love The Bunny on youtube. I have also had bonding not work out & had to separate my girls. So I feel like it is great to offer this.

[@pandi5326]

I got my rabbit spayed for $50. It was done at a shelter so it was cheaper but they had a lot of experience with bunnies and it was done quickly. So look at shelter before vets 😊

[@sabbatagelive]

Laura I got mine spayed for $100 which I now realize was actually a really good price. It’s crazy that some places can cost up to $500 for spay surgery. I wish I had known that rescues did spay surgeries for cheaper. Would’ve been able to save some money to replace all the things she chews.

[@amberzareva9551]

Mine was 192 or 194

[@aleyasanimals1338]

Hello. Yes, I do have one rabbit and I have always wished for another, but, I already have guinea pigs, my bunny, hamsters, all in my room. I can 100% afford this, but I just can't I do agree rabbit's should have a friend but I don't think that It is abusive. I am 50/50. Some I agree, some I disagree. No hate. :)

[@jadesjungle]

I have two ‘unbondable’ rescue rabbits ❤️ One was an outright lie to get rid of him, and one was uh, very true. Most aggressive reactive bunny I’ve ever bonded. But with positive reinforcement, a lot of time, and basically living in their pen with them, they are super loved up! I always jump on the ones that are recommended to go alone as it breaks my heart 😭

[@dipzy6215]

If you can't get another rabbit for your own rabbit to be friends with if you know some one with a rabbit would you be able to a range "play dates" with their rabbit until you can get another one?

[@emilyelizabeth7062]

Hi! I know that rabbits need to be bonded. I am working extremely hard to convince my parents to allow me to adopt a rabbit again. My rabbit free roams my rabbit proofed all day, water, with fresh a hay, salad, and 1/8 cup of pellets. She has plenty of toys and hides and plenty of love. I’ve tried a PowerPoint to convince my dad, I’ve tried asking him to think about it, without being naggy. I’ve tried showing him videos, but he just doesn’t think I NEED a second bunny. He knows I take good care of my rabbit, but he just doesn’t see a reason to get a second rabbit. I’ve asked him why I can’t have one, but he just says I don’t. need one. Even though I PAY, TAKE CARE OF, and FEED my rabbit perfectly! Any tips?

[@101rabbits]

I’m so sorry to hear that. It sounds like your doing everything right. Keep educating him on why rabbits need friends and that’s all you can do at this point. If he continues to say no, just continue to take care of your bunny to the best of your ability and once your 18 you’ll be able to do what you want. :)

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

CrazyBunny Lady you can say it’s not that you NEED a 2nd rabbit but it is what’s best for your rabbit. I do believe that if your Rabbit is open to being bonded that it is best for them. A human really cannot replace a bunny mate. I have a rescue. I try to bond each of my bunnies in pairs or trios after they are healthy.

[@amandawitherspoon5225]

I had to rehome one of my bunnies and it made me sad. All of the other bunnies started attacking her. She became terrified to go around any of them. I had them all checked out and they couldn't find a reason for their behavior. I found her a home with a really nice family where she is the only bunny and she acts super happy now. She seems to love her new family. We don't have a bunny rescue here but I tried bonding her with 8 other bunnies. They all attacked her. I have tried everything you said and everything the girl from Lennon the bunny said. I don't know what is wrong, the vet says there are no medical issues. All bunnies just hate her. I felt so bad for her. I was really attached to her but I didn't want her to be constantly nervous and afraid of everything. She free roams in her new house and seems to love the family she is with now.

[@daydreams9790]

Thank you! That is the first English video I've come across that DOES say they need company. I find it horrible to promote having a single bunny. Yeah there might be some with strong bonds with their owners but the most would likely sit in a small cage all lonely and bored. Makes me angry ugh

[@clueless_1657]

This video has convinced my parents to get me another rabbit

[@majesticallylettuce4460]

some people aren’t as fortunate to have the room, money, time and more... saying that it’s abusive is just straight lies. bunnies are lucky to even have someone, their really something people don’t want... and some dogs likes bunnies it’s not that deep. listen i like your channel but don’t lie to kids that have bunnies. do your research. my bunny is PERFECTLY happy alone. she’s very happy and is taken care of VERY well. i don’t have enough room nor money for another bunny. not my fault. so i am probably not getting another one because she’s happy the way life treats her. i mean look at lennon, she lives happily without a ‘friend’ humans are their friends.

[@mochibean8654]

Mochi used to be with another bunny, they were fine together for several months but then the other bunny started to be mean to her and tried to boss Mochi around. So we had to separate them. I’ve tried to bond her with 2 other bunnies after that but Mochi was scared of them and didn’t want the other bunnies to get near her. I think because of her first experience with the first bunny. Mochi currently lives by herself. In this case, what would be the best thing to do? She’s been living alone for almost a year now!

[@CherylDestiny]

If she is healthy you should absolutely get another bunny to bond. Even if she is afraid while bonding and runs away. After some time she'll be okay with the other bunny approaching her. Maybe you could even get another rather shy bunny?

[@NotKylieitsKiley]

My rabbit was in the rescue I got her from for 3 years and a big part of that was because she had so many issues with other rabbits. I’m not against finding her a friend as time goes by and if the rescue thinks they have a good match for her, but she wasn’t a rabbit who didn’t like “1 or 2” rabbits. She was in several foster homes and even since being with me in a house without other rabbits or other rabbit smells, she’s become a completely different and way more comfortable bunny. I agree with 90% of what you said, but my situation (and I’m sure other people as well) has more complicated reasons for rabbits being alone than what’s presented here. I agree that many things can be excuses, but this video really frustrated me.

[@burnt.armeen9089]

Luckily I’m getting 3 rabbits not 1 lol my rabbits will have friends . I don’t want them to be lonely and bored. I can’t wait to have rabbits!

[@timbrown397]

I don't have a bunny,buuuuuuuut I want 2 bunnys

[@burnt.armeen9089]

Tim Brown nice

[@alexoneil5582]

I LOVE 101 rabbits, I have learned most of my rabbit care from this youtube page, I also have two bunnies already and would love more in the future bc I do think they really do benefit from friends, BUT this video is cringy. Legitimately the first video I’ve ever had any type of issue with at all. It’s comes off as super entitled and even a bit immature when the money part was brought up. “Work harder, pick up extra shifts...so on & so on.” 🤦🏻‍♀️ It’s clear money struggles have never been an issue for her and she’s choosing to be ignorant about that whole issue. That just made me sad to here her judgement about it. It is important to save up and be prepared to properly take care of your bunnies basic needs, that’s not the point I’m making.

[@incanusolorin2607]

Crazy idea: if you don't have enough money (as I don't, right now), just don't get a fricking rabbit.

[@barackollama6568]

This whole video is a joke Yep my rabbit doesn't get along with other bunnys OH WELL i can't force her to like another bunny if she doesn't want to

[@wolfydonut1997]

I am just gonna wait till I move out and get college sorted out then while I'm in college I prob. will get my bun a friend. Unless my mom and dad let me get a friend for my bun...

[@GreymanWalking]

I have 3 Female bunnies living together right now. To be honest 2 rabbits don't cost much more than 1 (except maybe for vet care).

[@GreymanWalking]

I've also bonded several bunnies and didn't have a problem with it for the most part.

[@thecartercrew3725]

I'd love to get another rabbit. Mine's such a Mama's boy I feel bad when I have to go somewhere. He's best friends with my cat but I'm in love with a couple rabbits at the rescue I'd like to introduce Curtis to. Twice the cuteness 💖 Your cat at the end 🤣

[@sarah-qq6ks]

Um, what this is your first time? I would get a bunno a friend, but I'm not sure if having two would be too much.

[@asterysm_1787]

Well I know this is late, but having two would be less attention from you to them, but a bit more money and unless they are free roam, more space

[@chahatsood3812]

I don't know what to say but........ According to me, rabbit need proper attention and I don't think that humans can give proper attention to bunnies as bunnies give each other. Humans have other work also rather than only taking care of rabbits. So it's much better if a rabbit get 24/7 friend. The bunnies will be busy as well as the owner will be not tensed.😊😊 I expressed my views actually...... I don't know what others think.

[@strangersontheinternet]

Every rabbit need another rabbit. there is no exceptions. There might be wrong partners or bad circumstances but every bunny needs a partner

[@elizabethmays7945]

Hi Haley, I have 1 rabbit named Evie she doesn't have a friend because she does not get along with other rabbits

[@valeriexx4481]

I did a lot of research before getting a rabbit and I understood they needed a friend, I was in the middle of looking for one from a shelter however, one day me and my dad and some others had went to the pet store and I saw my current rabbit, Jackson, he had been in a small cage and listed as a surrender, the store only wanted to sell him with the cage and I just wasn't leaving until I'd had him so we compromised and I got him out of that situation. He's currently alone, I'd been meaning to get him neutered and he's finally able to this December, in the meantime he's been a lone bunny - from my expirience he still is thriving without a partner meaning he may just not want one, I am still going to give him the opportunity after he's healed however if he doesn't want a friend after a bunch of bondings I will not put that stress on him and will allow him to stay alone.

[@mojothebudgies2901]

I'd say 99% of bunnies need a friend. There are the odd ones like I had a budgie (very social usual) who did not react well to friends in her enclosure (binge eating etc). She was one of the 1%. She preferred outside friends (canary watching.)

[@skyekazempour]

Getting another rabbit next week 🐰🥳

[@lovelylilo]

I completely agree. People often say that their Bunny is perfectly happy alone, but if you've ever seen two bonded Rabbits cuddle, groom each other and look out for one another, you would probably realise that they are way happier with a partner. Rabbits can be picky, so don't give up if they don't like the Bunny you got them as a companion. Intoduce them in an area they both don't know, and don't seperate them too quickly! They probably will fight, chase each other and may even inflict mild injuries on each other. You should only seperate them when a) The Rabbits constantly chase each other without stopping to eat/sleep/rest, as long as they pause the chasing once in a while they're fine! b) One or Both Rabbits stopped eating. Not eating for a while is fine, but if they refuse to eat for longer than 24 hours, they need to be seperated. c) They inflict serious injuries on each other. Ripping out each others fur is normal in bonding, and bites on ears look a lot worse than they actually are, so don't worry too much about that (though if they're bleeding you might want to get them checked at a Vet) For the bonding you should give them an area of about 40 square feet (4 square meters) so that they can avoid each other. Only give them houses with two entrances or one could get trapped. Make sure to give them their food in different bowls, or else they might fight for it. The most common mistakes people make is to seperate the Rabbits too quickly and to give up after 2 or 3 failed bonding attempts. Rabbits are like Humans, they don't get along with everyone! I hope this helped some people who want to bond their bunny, and if you have only one, please consider trying to give them a companion!

[@lovelylilo]

Also if you have to choose the gender, I recommend a female and a fixed male. Two females and two males do sometimes work, but a female and a male are often the most compatible.

[@VanessaGonzalez-cp1js]

My sisters rabbit (pedro) and my rabbit (star) there both Holland LOpS and there brother and sister pedro was really kind to any other rabbit even before we got him and star was only attached to pedro compare to there other siblings but they where to Young to be spayed/nuterd so they where apart and we got both of them we nuterd pedro like 1 month ago and just got star spayed and then there gonna live with each other

[@alisskanetos1229]

I must say, listening to young people who for some reason act as a professional and can have good points, but you kind off shoot yourselves in the foot, when calling people dumb, rolling your eyes and so on. I notice this all over. Did grown people treat you like this when you grew up?

[@lucilleconner4010]

I’m playing this out loud for my dad who doesn’t want me to get two bunnies

[@marissalaurin7070]

You have a rabbit that is not bonded you can’t tpsay that it’s abusivethat you do the same thing it’s completely wrong to say you are a good owner but bad word to say to other owner

[@NYBwilk]

I have seen giant Flemish rabbits with dogs do fine ,I’m looking at getting one and I don’t plan on leaving it alone with my dog obviously , is it a good breed anyways

[@lazyhomebody1356]

All rabbits are different, but the giant rabbits my friends have had were cranky and grouchy all the time

[@iggytheiguana7013]

I have a Flemish giant female not fixed she is 4 months old right now and already huge , she is awesome , we named her sweety cos she is so sweet and lovey she gives me cuddles every morning , she has no cage 😀 she is free rome to the hole house , had some trubles with wires mostly all my green phone chargers but she got the hint after the 3rd time I was like nooooo 😂 she has chewed one coller and several riped places in my mattress, but she usually spends all day sitting on my bed in front of the ac chilling out looking cute😀 I love her ! She does nip gently if u freak her out , I haven't had any majer problems out of her so there is a chance u could get a good one 😀 I did 😀😀

[@iggytheiguana7013]

Oh and she lives with 2 min pins and a cattle dog in the house , she scares the dogs with a loud thump if they bug her 😂😂😂 and she humps our mamma cat alot 😂😂😂

[@lazyhomebody1356]

@@iggytheiguana7013 That's great!

[@kaitlynlusk817]

My buns are sisters, they’ve been together since birth and they’re always playing together and grooming each other, and whenever they see me they both come running up. Fiver has always been more shy, and Hazel has always been more outgoing. I think Fiver having Hazel around really helps her feel safe.

[@alarcon99]

I got my first rabbit ((7?) older male Rex) as a rehome and shortly thereafter I got him neutered and got a second one ((3?)younger female, spayed, mini lop) from the Humane Society for this reason. I bonded them and they free roam, mostly in their room during the day (don’t trust the dogs when I’m not home) but I don’t see them cuddling together all the time. They flop and groom in front of each other and they eat from same and each other’s bowl and mostly go in the same litter box even though they have 2. Also if they are in a new/stressful situation they will huddle together. When I’m with them they’ll run up to me and put their heads together/groom a bit but then they go their separate way. Is this normal? I would have thought they would be more “lovey” to each other. Is almost like they tolerate each other (like roommates). I would love to see them cuddling together all the time.

[@celinef.907]

I'm a rather new bunny owner myself but I actually think that's normal x3 I don't know how long you have them for already, maybe they just need a bit more time Other than that, they might just be friends but not in love with each other x3 I mean, you wouldn't automatically fall in love with every person that's around you for longer either :3 So they might just be regular friends x3

[@101rabbits]

How long have they been bonded for? Sometimes it can take up to a year for them to be very close. Also, some bunnies only show this behavior when humans aren’t around. Mocha and Lulu would cuddle and groom each other most when they were in they hidey house hiding.

[@alarcon99]

@@101rabbits Hi! thanks for your reply! I've had Hershey (the Rex) for 3 months and Oreo (the mini lop) for 2 months. in addition to their 2 covered litter boxes they have a covered digging box and 2 more hiddey houses, but imho they would have a hard time both fitting in them at the same time. Hershey is 5lb and Oreao is 6.5lb. Should i make a hidey house big enough for both?

[@alarcon99]

@@celinef.907 i think u r right. maybe Hershey just spent too much time being a cranky bachelor

[@hannahberensen4017]

I don’t have a room for my bunny. He lives in a large two story hutch but I don’t have the luxury of giving him an entire room. I let him out to run around all the time but when I’m not home or I’m sleeping he stays in his cage. How am I supposed to keep two bunnies in the same hutch?

[@missnicolearie9266]

Hannah Berensen your first bunny really shouldn’t be in a hutch at all. If you have the room for a hutch then you should have room for an NIC condo. Hutches are HORRIBLE for rabbits as there is minimal room, and causes extreme stress. Plz upgrade and maybe use the hutch as a little castle for he/she to play in during play time! :)

[@jadend2153]

Dont use the hutch try freeroaming. Go to lennon the bunny's channel

[@Sonny47girl]

I live in a country where spaying rabbits/most rabbit care is not provided by vets(its not practiced and vets rarely deal with rodents) and its crazy to me how u can take a literal goldfish to a vet in the US! i wish it was like that here🙄

[@kattrichey]

Jonah, my rabbit had some major aggression and biting issues which I first adopted him! We have been working on it for 2 years and now I'm think it would be great to get him a friend. My first rabbit was alone his whole life and I have so many regrets. This time and from now on I am going to change that! So hopefully Jonah can pick out a friend after COVID and RHDV2! 🤗

[@xsunshinex4033]

Actually the biting issues usually come from fear and most bunnies that are extremely afraid of human feel more comfortable with a friend, did you get him bonded yet?

[@kattrichey]

@@xsunshinex4033 yes I boned him in january 2021. Him and Naomi and now besties and he is now sweeter towards humans

[@kattrichey]

Bonded*

[@96melum]

THANK YOU Haley, for this video! Finally a video that talks about this. Rabbits DO NEED a rabbit friend! A human, dog, cat or a guinea pig do NOT speak the same language as a rabbit. They can not communicate with each other the way that two rabbits do. SO people, please do your research before getting a rabbit. Keep up the good work Haley! - Veternairynurse/technician

[@mguydon2170]

We had planned on 2 buns and the breeder told us no! She said they would fight and would need to live in separate hutches. But everything else I’ve read said get 2. 😞

[@blorbidorbi]

That breeder shouldn't be a breeder if she said that. You should definitely try to bond two rabbits.

[@agoraphobic-jw4bk]

I’ve got 3 dogs and 3 rabbits, even though I have a dachshund she loves my rabbits, one of my other dogs actually pets my rabbits she love them, and my last dog is very good with my rabbits but she will very very rarely nip at them but she’s learning, also all my rabbits are related through the father

[@greesama14]

Is it a good idea to get two bunny’s from the same litter ?

[@rubyince1045]

Greesama17 Huskies mine are brother and sister (neutered) and they love each other but i think it really depends on the bunnies x

[@TiffanysBunnyGang]

From my experience 2 bunnies from the same litter works out best most of the time. In my opinion is best to get the same sex so you don’t have to separate them while waiting to get them fixed. All of the babies that have been born at my rescue have had a successful bond with a litter mate. This is just my experience.

[@101rabbits]

I don’t support breeding and strongly recommend adopting from a rescue. As far as littermates go, it doesn’t mean they will or will not bond any better as they have to be separated once they leave their mother until they are spayed and neutered.

[@lazyhomebody1356]

@@101rabbits Even two females from the same litter will start to fight?! I think I may get a chinchilla instead. Or two.

[@Markovian_]

I was getting a Pam Beasley vibe from you in this video lol

[@mojothebudgies2901]

100% agree. All social animals need friends in my opinion including dogs as long as they not aggressive due to past life (two dogs, doggie day care, dog walking in group's etc)

[@iivenusii5374]

Is it okay if you just can’t buy another rabbit...?

[@kaleleaff]

iiVenusii if you can’t provide the essential needs for a pet you should not get that pet.