Not enough people know that rabbits can become really affectionate with their chosen humans, if we give our time and patience. Just always remember that rabbits are very sensitive and feel vulnerable, and as a result want to be very aware of their surroundings. Lay on the ground for a minute and look at the world from your bunn’s eyes, and you’ll understand better why she’s so sensitive and a little insecure - everything looks so big from her viewpoint!
The very best way to get closer to your rabbit is to sit on the
floor while you let her explore, and she’ll eventually come and
explore you - and have some food with you, so that when she approaches
you, you can show her that you’re her friend with this food - a little
slice of carrot, or apple, or banana. But don’t try to force her -
wait until she approaches you. Another thing you can try is laying
on your stomach ... when we do this, our bunn comes right up to my
face and sits on the floor in front of me. But this will only happen
when your bunn has had plenty of hours and days to explore first!
The longer you have her in your company, the more she will become
familiar with your room, and then will settle down, sit down and
relax, and then you can pet and groom her.
Another tip, keep things the same around your room, so that she
doesn’t have to begin their explorations from scratch every time.
Bunnies need their areas to be the same every day ... this is how
they feel safest and become calmest and more interested in you.
Here’s a great website on how to interpret and understand your
bunny’s behaviour and what she’s saying to you -
The Language of Lagomorphs.
Just remember to take everything slowly and gently, and enjoy the
journey getting to know and bond with your sensitive bunny friend.
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