hi i got 2 mini lop eared rabbits 4 weeks ago mopsy and flopsyand had to have mopsy put down today should i get another one for flopsy as he might get lonely or should i just have the one
thanks michelle
I would definitely recommend getting another bun to keep Flopsy company.
I have had rabbits for a few years now, at first as singles, but now always, always as pairs. They are so much happier with one of their own species to snuggle with.
I give them as much attention as I can but I'm at work for 8 hours and asleep for another 8 - so if I had a single bun, he would still be alone for a minimum of 16 hours!
It might be best to wait until Flopsy is neutered and then see about adopting a female rabbit from a rescue. The rescue will "bond" your rabbits for you, that is, introduce them gradually on a neutral territory, to give them the best chance of getting along. If it doesn't work out, there's no obligation to keep the new rabbit, as there would be if you'd bought her from a shop.
It's not true that rabbits have to be together from birth to get along, and no amount of toys can ever be a substitute for a the companionship of another living creature.
Best of luck, and I'm very sorry about the loss of Mopsy