Getting another rabbit

tucker · Nov 10, 2018

Hi al
It's been a while since I posted on here. We have a neutered male rabbit which one of my daughters has had for 5 years. My youngest has helped look after him and the rabbit belonging to a neighbour eagerly in all this time. Now after my persuading I have decided she is old enough for one of her own.
Do I get a female / male? as I have no guarantee he/she will be neutered before I get it. As I have no idea yet which one she will want as there are many to choose from.
I've read up on bonding but if anyone has any advice it would be much appreciated.
Many thanks

Omi · Nov 10, 2018

Hi, exciting for your daughter

If I were you I would find out where your nearest rescue centres are and have a chat with them. It is usually thought that a male/female bonding is easier to achieve, but that isn't always the case. Discuss with the rescue centres which rabbits they have for adoption at the moment and which they think would be a good match for your existing rabbit. Sometimes people take their rabbit along to a rescue centre so that the rescue can try different rabbits for an initial reaction before proceeding with proper bonding. Some rescues will also be prepared to handle the bonding for you in exchange for a small donation.

And the best part of going to a rescue is that all the rabbits will be neutered and vaccinated :thumb:

Let us know how you get on

tucker · Nov 10, 2018

Thanks Omi she is indeed very excited.
I think taking the rabbit we have with us is an excellent idea. At least she can then choose from compatible rabbits.
Many thanks

Zoobec · Nov 11, 2018

Omi said:
Hi, exciting for your daughter

If I were you I would find out where your nearest rescue centres are and have a chat with them. It is usually thought that a male/female bonding is easier to achieve, but that isn't always the case. Discuss with the rescue centres which rabbits they have for adoption at the moment and which they think would be a good match for your existing rabbit. Sometimes people take their rabbit along to a rescue centre so that the rescue can try different rabbits for an initial reaction before proceeding with proper bonding. Some rescues will also be prepared to handle the bonding for you in exchange for a small donation.

And the best part of going to a rescue is that all the rabbits will be neutered and vaccinated :thumb:

Let us know how you get on

I agree with Omi :thumb: good luck with everything :thumb:

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