But, approaching you and gently nudging you is usually a sign of affection, and may even be a request for strokes and cuddles. If it is accompanied by licking, you can assume that your rabbit is trying to show you some affection. Rabbits have scent glands underneath their chins. So, they may rub their chins on objects — or on you — to mark out their territory!
There are plenty of ways that pet rabbits will show their feelings. And it can take a long time to build a really strong bond with your bunny. Some rabbits may never try to lick you. In fact, this behavior is common from one rabbit to another. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Squeaks and Nibbles. Pet Rabbits. Share on Facebook. Bunny Standing Up. Bam Moderator. Unsure if other rabbits do it, but Wick licks to beg for food as well.
You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Keep me signed in. Log In. About Us. Contact Us. Wholesale Inquiry. Site Map. House Rabbit Store. Store Login. Is licking the only way rabbits can show their love? Certainly not! This one is tricky. Nipping can be a good thing, but it can just as easily be a bad one.
Another instance in which nipping can be used affectionately is to get your attention. Give them some pets and the nipping should stop. In dogs, they call it the sploot. In rabbits, it may be referred to as happy feet. Do keep in mind that any little thing could get them running around, though. They are rabbits, after all. Depending on which object your rabbit decides to engage with, they may be happy or trying to tell you something more.
Yes, rabbits can dance, well, sort of. It can be terrifying the first time your rabbit flops or drops to the ground without any warning.
This is doubly true if they roll over to reveal their fuzzy belly. Depending on the context, if your rabbit shoves their nose at you, it could be good or bad. With rabbits, they click their teeth.
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