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Date Posted: 14:49:52 06/10/02 Mon
Author: Melony
Subject: Re: Rabbit Behavior Problems
In reply to: Claire 's message, "Rabbit Behavior Problems" on 10:46:51 06/10/02 Mon

Hi Clare

This sounds very much like he's doing binkies.. which means he's a very happy bunny! They're not always elegant when they do that, and do occassionally hit objects near by.
A couple of my buns will shake their head at me if they're not pleased with something I've done, but mostly it (and the binkies) are a way of expressing happiness and unloading some excess energy.

This is one of the best sites I know for explaining rabbit body language

<a rel=nofollow target=_blank href="http://www.muridae.com/rabbits/rabbittalk.html">http://www.muridae.com/rabbits/rabbittalk.html</a>

You can read all about binkies, shudders, head shakes and the dreaded foot flick!.. that's when you know you've really insulted them.

If you're at all unsure about him, take him to a good rabbit vet. Rabbits can go downhill very quickly, so I find it best to take a 'better safe than sorry' attitude. Do some research ahead of time so you know where you're going and have confidence in their abilities. There are some good rabbit vet recommendations here

<a rel=nofollow target=_blank href="http://www.morfz.com/PB_vets.html">http://www.morfz.com/PB_vets.html</a>

<a rel=nofollow target=_blank href="http://www.rabbit.org/care/vets.html">http://www.rabbit.org/care/vets.html</a>

The last link is for the House Rabbit Society, which has some wonderful information regarding care of pet buns. They have a search feature which makes navigating the site very easy.

Keep a good eye on his dietary intake and output and any behavoural changes, such as hiding away. He will scare you often and usually without cause, they're pretty hardy creatures as long as their needs are taken care of, particularly with diet... lots of hay and fresh greens.

Good luck and enjoy!

Melony

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