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10 SIGNS YOU HAVE A HAPPY RABBIT

By Christine

As companion animals, rabbits make the perfect pets!  Their size, activity level and general manner is attractive to all types of households.

If you’ve opted to welcome a cute little bunny to your home, you want him or her to be as healthy and happy as could be, right?!  But how can you tell if your rabbit is happy?

what a happy bunny does

Age usually doesn’t impact a rabbit’s energy level (not until they’re very old at least). Young or old, rabbits display plenty of spunk and vigor.

Your rabbit shows plenty of energy

You have a happy bunny if your pet rushes towards his food bowl or gets excited when he hears the rustle of the pellet or hay bag.

He loves his food

Some rabbits love to be fussed over. You’ll know if your pet is one of those if he nudges you and moves his head towards your hand.

A happy rabbit begs for your attention

A happy rabbit shows contentment with his home, and even if he chews, it won’t be as considerable as when he’s unhappy or feeling stressed.

Your rabbit doesn’t show destructive behavior

If you see your bunny happily playing with his toys, this usually means he’s feeling chill and comfy.

He’s calm and relaxed

If you pick him up and he lets you without a struggle, then you can tell that your pet likes you.

A happy bunny shows affection for you

Rabbits usually make this sound when you do something they like, such as giving them head rubs or strokes behind the ears.

He makes happy rabbit sounds

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