I think your doing a really nice job especially because you haven’t had bunnies before. Just keep in mind that rabbits are prey animals which makes them take longer to create a bond with a human, I would suggest watching Lennon the bunnies TH-cam channel to provide more info for you. Also don’t be to hard on yourself because everyone is learning.
Thank you! That is so comforting to hear! That does make sense. Olive has been jumping on my legs when I lay down so that is an exciting improved! I'll definitely watch some more of her videos!
For someone who claims to know nothing about rabbits you're off to a really great start :) Your girls are really gorgeous. Definitely respect their space to an extent, sitting on the floor with them and getting them to climb on you for pellets is a great way to get them used to contact with you, but it is really important to get them used to being picked up. I don't recommend picking them up just to hold them, but they do need to be used to it for grooming, nail clipping, vet visits etc, you can acclimate them by just picking them up for a few seconds and putting them back down and slowly extending the time. Hay generally doesn't need to be transitioned, but if they're not eating the new hay definitely grab some more timothy so they don't go without. The only two concerns I see are the puppy pads, they are a big danger if chewed, and the baby bond that you mentioned which is a very real thing. At around 12 weeks there's a good chance their hormones can lead to some serious fighting, so just be prepared to separate them at short notice. Ideally they need to be spayed because females are at very high risk for reproductive cancers and it will help them get along long term. :) You're doing great though, I love that you're so open to learning and feedback. They're going to have a great life with you.
Bunnies sometimes get scared when you pick them up because there prey animals so their instincts is that ur trying to grab hold of them like a eagle or something. But if ur bunny is comfortable and feels safe you can pick it up! Sorry if I’m bad at explaining but hopefully this helped! 💞
The best way to get them used to you and friendly is to spend time on their level. Just sit on the floor, read or do whatever and let them come to you.
you are taking great care of your buns, just make sure when holding them you hold them tight, close to your chest and support their back feet, this makes them feel secure and safe. also a bonding tip is lay down on the ground and let them come to you, since ur a lot bigger then them they get scared when you bend over them, so getting down on their level makes them understand that you are not a treath.
Another bun for FREE that is amazing!!! They are both absolutely precious 🤍 I think you are doing amazing for a first time bun owner! I just got my first bun 3 days ago from craigslist and mine was fed mainly pellets his whole life so he isn't eating much of his hay either!
Aww congratulations on the new bunny! Yeah I've noticed the more pellets they have the less hay they eat so I'm trying to find a good balance! Thankfully their poops look normal so that helps keep me at ease!
Your girls are so gorgeous and i would not recommend forcing them to be held in my opinion i would lay next to them on the floor and pretend there invisible to see how they react xx
My buns that I got a couple months ago on the first day didn’t eat any hay (i dont think they had it much at the breeder) and it scared me so my mom bought straw as that’s what was in their litterbox at the breeders and then they had some straw and a bit of hay Edit: oh no almost forgot that I miss you my babies
I really like your bunnies !!!! I can see the happiness they have brought into your life in your new smile now that you have them !!! Very happy for you and the baby girl bunnies !!!!! 🐰🌈💕🐰
I have two female unspayed bunnies and they are best friends forever, I wouldn’t cut them up via surgery (it can be VERY TRAUMATIZING for them), if they can get along together without it. 🙏
My buns took forever to be comfortable with me! Bubbles was so skittish and literally afraid of my shadow, now he loves me and lets me hold him! Binky used to attack me any chance he got but now he runs up to me for pets (still doesn’t like being held though) What I found was lying with them on my bed really helped (as long as they don’t pee lol) and lying on the floor and not picking them up much then they become so comfortable with me being around and not doing anything they don’t like that now they allow me to, well Bubbles does but Binky allows me to touch him lol. Also they were bonded when they were babies but started fighting when they went through puberty, make sure you separate them when you notice their behaviour change cause I ended up having to take Binky to the vet cause he got injured :( but once they’re neutered/spayed can be rebonded! I’m sure you know this already hope I’m not coming across pretentious lol 🙈
Thank you so much for your comment! It gives me hope that they will eventually have a bond with me! Because I love them so much. Okay, I'm going to keep an eye on them for any signs of aggression. I'm worried because they are alone when I work... So, should I just keep them separated for 2 more months given that they are used to free roaming and being together?
@@maliajanell They will! Also when I separated mine they became more bonded to me because obviously I’m their only source of affection at the moment. Males can start puberty at 3 months and females at 5 months so I’d separate them around that time. Mine began with chasing then humping before any aggression so just look out for that kind of behaviour. Also they can still bite each other through the playpen so even when separated I wouldn’t let them free roam unsupervised. It’s annoying to keep them apart and may seem unfair to keep them enclosed but it will just be temporary and best for them in the long run! x
Just came across your page and let me just say, you are doing a great job for starters. Love the set up you’ve done in the corner of your closet. If you like please reach out to me and I can guide you more on tips and tricks. I’ve got my own little bunny and have had him for nearly 3 years and I was in the same boat as you, didn’t know anything about them and I just learnt as I went. Still to this day I still found out more things about them. You’re doing great 👍🏼 😊
Basically let them have a bit off space and then if they sit on you they will want fuss and then if u want to handle them u need to aproch them slowly get on the ground and then stitch with them and then when they fell confterbel they will let u pick them up
hii bun mom here id advise getting a litter box that’s bigger than that it’s almost the size of them and that’s not enough space unfortunately! i wouldn’t recommend lennon the bunny specifically because most of her bunny videos cater to lennon only. id recommend Victoria Raechel young rabbits NEED alfalfa hay they have more vitamins and minerals than the regular grass hay try to slowly transition them to alfalfa hay until they’re about 5 months it’s really good that they’re free roamed at a young age ! especially if they know their space you’ll be fine
Thank you! Okay, I'll check her out! thank you so so much! yeah, I'm trying to get them to eat their hay in genral as they got out of the habit since switching to alfalfa and then back to grass hay and mixing it with Alfalfa
I think your setup is beautiful I Love it so much but maybe a bigger hiddey house like one that they could sleep and feel cozy and preteckted in. And more toys! No hate what so ever I love your channle so much your doing great!
Thank you so much! My buns aren't to intrested in the toy I have gotten... they just love chewing cardboard and wik things! So I'm trying to find more toys they might like! Just made a hide house out of a box for them though!
Transition Always slowly with any food!! Your doing great alfalfa is not necessary for kits it just adds some extra calcium and calorie for the babies but Timothy hay is best cut 1 or 2 I recommend I use small pet select I find it being the best quay and they have mixes u can buy as well as awesome treats and forage oxbow does sell Bulk hay as well mine just don’t like it!
Hey I don’t know much about rabbits but I do have Guinea pigs and I am pretty sure if rabbits respiratory system is anything like Guinea pigs but if they are and air fresheners or strong scents could possibly give the rabbits an upper respiratory infection so I would just steer clear of and strong scented things
You're doing an amazing job!! Took me a while to figure it all out. When I first brought my rabbit home, I got the typical pet store cage and a few weeks later he chewed a massive hole through it. So he told me that free roaming was the way to go. Many years later and he's still king of our home. I'm glad people have become far more educated on how to properly care for a rabbit, so they can have the best quality of life. Your babies are lucky to have you.
With the alfalfa and timothy hay, i had the same exact problem! The pet store i got my bunny from, was feeding them timothy hay despite them only being 9 weeks old so i tried to transition her to alfalfa idk if i did it too quickly or what but a lot of the cecotropes a bunny should normally eat she was just pooping out so i just keep her on timothy and sprinkle in a little alfalfa hay as opposed to trying to transition. Not quite sure if thats the best move but since I’ve been doing that, I haven’t been seeing as many cecotropes
Just make sure you get them unlimited Timothy Hay plenty of freshwater not too much pellets just like one fourth cup of pellets for bunny once a day make sure you give them fresh leafy greens not too many carrots bunnies like baby carrots the best never give bunnies iceberg lettuce give them romaine lettuce and dark leafy green lettuce they love kale you can Google what foods are safe to feed your bunnies and what's not safe to feed them other than that you're doing a great job they are beautiful
You really are doing everything right from everything I’ve seen! This is so wholesome. Alfalfa is good for baby buns, if they don’t eat it it’s good to mix it with a different kind of hay to give them some variety. Once they are adults, I recommend Timothy hay! I also make sure to get scent free pup pads. You may notice them pur and “honk”. Mine honks when he’s so excited he can’t contain himself hahaha.
For future reference, and for others, one: never get a pet without knowing how to properly take care of them and doing all the necessary research, and two: I recommend adopting rabbits instead of buying from breeders but if you are buying a from a breeder it should be ethical which means a humane living space, breeding to better the species and not for profit, meat, or for cute babies. (In my opinion ethical breeders shouldn’t lop eared rabbits, rabbits with smooshed faces, or any other breed that can have genetic medical issues. With that being said, your care looks amazing! 😁
Thank you for your comment! When I said I didn't know anything about bunnies I more ment I had never had bunnies before and didn't know much about them besides the research I had done. I did quite a bit of research honestly. But sometimes you don't know what to study until you get them and questions come up. But I totally agree. I definitely will look into adoption if I ever get another rabbit, I honestly didn't know they were so popular and that there were so many in shelters:/...
I highly recommend getting babies liquid simethicone for gas..Walmart has it cheap..It has been a huge lifesaver, and it's safe. Also find a Rabbit savvy vet..Make a wellness appt just to establish a clientele..Do not wait for a emergency to find a vet...Vets always take their patients in first. Better safe. Much luck with your bunnies, and welcome to the Rabbit community.
I agree with everyone so far! You’re doing amazing as a first time bunny owner. There’s a few things I wanted to point out in this video. Generally candles or any spray (Febreze) isn’t good for their respiratory system especially if they’re breathing it in. A good way to neutralize odors is getting an air purifier! I have two for my buns and you can’t really tell I have bunnies. It’s very good at bringing in smells, fur, and dust. Also to clean up their accidents, I would use 50% water and 50% white distilled vinegar. It’s a natural cleaning solution safe for bunnies. Also it works great when you’re cleaning their litter box. The one you used is marketed for pets but a lot of them aren’t exactly safe for bunnies. When you switch to the adult formula, get oxbow garden select instead of the essentials brand. The essential one is okay but it has soy and cane molasses as the top few ingredients and those aren’t good to feed in the long run. It’s pretty much just sugar.
And to save money you can use wood stove pellets from tractor supply as their main litter based and then put the paper bedding on top. It will help soak way more urine up. And they’re only 7$ for 40 pounds of bedding. It last me about 6 months for 3 buns.
@@maliajanell anything with strong smell or anything toxic. So no febreze. You cannot go wrong with an air purifier! I love them, but watch the cords. We all know bunnies love cords.
Keep in mind alfalfa hay is just for babies i think if i remember correctly up to 6 months then they need Timothy hay. Oxbow pellets are great and best but don't forget to give them veggies like lettuce and carrots and i suggest some safe items that encourage foraging. As someone else said watching Lennon the bunny is very resourceful. About handling i say trust your gut based on the bunny's behavior. If a bunny wants to be petted and maybe picked up they will bump you with their heads. I wouldn't force it at least not in the beginning but that's just me. I would say with the more skittish one no at least not yet let her get over the new home stress first. The other one might be more willing to be handled. It seems Lennon lets her handle her so it really is different for each bunny they all have different personalities too just as us. Trust your gut on what you feel they might like or want as you get to know them and pick up on their cues. Yes bunnies have cues. One is the thump, if they thump at you they clearly are saying no or f you. If they head butt you they are wanting attention. But always move in a way opposite to a predator. Ergo don't come over them like a hawk. Go under for picking up. And so on.
My boys had a baby bond which broke when hormones kicked in. I’m so sad ! I’m thinking of getting a girl for one of my boys and attempt to bond either one of my boys to the girl after she’s desexed. I am so scared it won’t work out🤧😮💨
@@lieska333 it’s too stressful. We did try to bond them and not even after 1 second they’d bite and snap at each other really badly. We tried neutralising the area many times but they aren’t compatible. They’ll literally kill each other. And I was also bitten. I also did get a girl she’s around 4 months old now. They all live in separate enclosures. Waiting to get my girl spayed and bond with one of my boys. Boys just live side my side now in separate enclosures.
so cute! you're doing a great job, and especially, you did a AMAZING decision by letting them be free roam, and having a ex pen to. sad that people still use cages, but i think you're doing such a great job. I've been researching for awhile, and i think im going to get a bunny to! hope i wont go broke ;w; and if you dont already, watch lennon the bunny and sincerely, cinnabun those are GREAT channels for tips and tricks for bunnies. also oh my god you're so underrated
They are just so so cute! I will tell you that you’ll have to separate them until they are neutered. Unfortunately even though they are sisters, they will fight. It can be deadly. Once they are 4 months you’ll want to wean them off the young rabbit food, and alfalfa hay. Congrats on being a new bun mom. You’re doing great! I have a lop too and I love them so much. Their personality’s are great!
Thank you! Yes, I'm going to be separating them soon! Once I have another litter box. Thank you for the tip. I'm excited for them to be more comfortable with me. I love watching them hop around like crazy little buns
You need to hold and handle them so they get used to it. No animal likes being held at first. They are babies and prey animals. So they will be scared at being held at first. The more you do it the more comfortable and calm they will be and they will learn that you won’t hurt them and even like it. Yes some will never like being held like my cat but just because at first they don’t like that doesn’t mean don’t do it. Just like people you got to do things that are scary at first but the more you do the the calmer you are. So handle them pick them up start with short and then longer
I think you are doing a wonderful job. I have 4 little bunnies who free roam. I myself still have much to learn but the journey has been awesome. I feed mine Timothy Hay. They tend to get board so I keep things moving in their little world to entertain them. They prefer me to lay in the floor so they can climb on top of me and play. I have a sweet bond with each one. I have a little girl and 3 boys. Lily my girl is the only one who has not been fixed yet and she is already on the schedule for her turn next month. They get along fine. They love attention and are very affectionate animals. Having them fixed will calm them a bit and stop the spraying. They will chew down your walls or just anything their little mouths can wrap around. Their teeth continually grow so they have to chew on a regular basis to keep their teeth filed. God bless you precious one and keep up the great work 😊
You r doing really great! For the first six months of there life they need lots of alfalfa hay because it’s loaded with fiber but once they r older they shouldn’t get any! Also no rabbits r to young for free range. But one thing is Febreze is really bad for the buns because they have sensitive lungs I recommend gettting an air purifier and doing more research on bunny safe products to use for smell
Your doing amazing considering it’s your fist time having buns I’d start feeding Timothy hay at 5 month I’d check it Cinnabuns channel they give great advice for bonding with your rabbits
if youre worried abt the smell and stuff get an air purifier, i used to be worried abt people coming in my house thinking it stinks so i got an air purifier and it helped with the smell:)
Mix the alfalfa hay with Timothy Hay together and after bunnies are six months old switched him to just Timothy Hay no more alfalfa because that's just for baby bunnies
Beautiful little does!😍 Definitely checkout Sincerely, Cinnabon and Hook’s Holland Lops! Both are VERY informative and experienced too! You are doing a WONDERFUL job so far lady!🥰
All of that is good but if you have and electric wires you should cover it and I love how you free Rome them also they are cute no actually adorable Edit: if you kinda wait they will love you more and more always be kind with them Edit 2 : if they don’t eat the alfalfa hay it’s okay they’re not used to it you can give them the normal hay they are used to cause you can’t change there food and expect them to like it so it’s better to give them the one that normally have so don’t ever be scared if they don’t eat the alfalfa hay
Okay, thank you so much for your tips! I've been mixing the hay, they still only eat the grass so I think it's their preference! As long as they are eating hay the better rightM
@@maliajanell yeas dont be scared if they dont eat all types of hay they are just like 2 of my bunnies they dont eat all type of hay so if they eat the hay or grass the one they are used to they are all right
Try pine pellets in their litter box. It’s great at absorbing the smell and it’s a lot cheaper than the regular soft litter ones. I’ve only had my dwarf lop for a couple of months now.
hi! congrats on your buns!!! free roaming babies is not recommended! i would recommend them staying in their cage half the day and the other half letting them roam! i would also switch to timothy hay!! that is the best hay for bunnies! also it can take months for them to be fully comfortable with you!! it takes them a while to warm up since they’re prey animals! you’re doing great!!❤️
i’m personally not a bunny owner however i do own guinea pigs and i definitely know what you mean when you say you want to respect their space! my advice is to respect their space to an extent. what helped me tame my guineas was to sit with them whilst they’re running in my room so that they get used to my presence, then i would get treats and lead them closer to me. eventually they got used to me and they allow me to pet and hold them without a problem :))
When the bunny gets older use Timothy hay and btw my rabbit died last year and even tho I’m not ready for a new one I wanna get a new one so ya im waiting for a new rabbit then ima make a shared account of me and my rabbit but idk if it can be in my room so 😭 I crying
I’m thinking about getting a bunny at my dorm…, but I wanted to ask you how big is your dorm room and what do you give them and what do you use as material to keep them busy? I need information from people with experience about living in a dorm with a bunny Thank you!!
Hi!! My dorm isn't crazy bug I have a moving in vlog if that helps give more of a size comparison. My bunnies love wiker and wooden basket type material far more then toys made out if hay. So I usually give them those types of things to keep them busy they also love card board so that's an easy one to keep in stock. I would say prepare to learn what your bunny like! Get a few different types and materials for toys and then you'll see which ones they like most:)
hey just to let you know that I have a rabbit called Oreo and looks like Olive and I also want to say is that wait like 1 month so maybe your rabbits could get used to you and your scent and maybe allow them to let you hold them. I have had Oreo for about 3 months and he has been letting my hold him better and has been litter-trained and last thing do you bunnies x-pen around every week as well as give them a lot (1 scoop shall be enough) more pellets/nuggets ,give then less veggies and Timothy Hay when they're older or try give it to them now - Samara (I'm a big fan please try to reply) XOX
Aww I bet Oreo is adorable! How old is Oreo, is he 3 months? Okay, I'll give them some more time to get more comfortable! It makes sense that they might be a little more timid! Thank you so much for your support and comment!
I recommend picking them up once in a while just so they aren’t as scared. You are going to have to some times for vet visits and other things like that. They don’t have to like it but if you do it like once a week they will definitely not be as scared. (Always offer a treat)
you need to be really careful having them together while they're not spayed. Rabbits are very hormone driven and will likely fight, possibly to the death once the hormones kick in around 12 weeks of age. Please thoroughly research proper rabbit bonding. I have seen so many woes from people making the mistake of assuming since they're related they'll love each other forever and serious injuries and death have occurred. Don't be naive and think that yours are the exception. They are not, and this terrible thought process is why injuries and fatalities happen. You took them on, and it's your job to do right by them. You can't un-injure them or un-kill them when it happens. Rabbits are not easy pets, so the more research you do the better. Rabbits by nature don't like to be held, let them be who they are, naturally. Being prey animals, they need to feel safe and they won't associate you with good things if you make them feel afraid. I'm not sure why people just get animals without researching, and I appreciate that you're trying but for the sake of those two innocent lives, buckle down and do your part to make sure they're safe, properly fed and looked after.
This!!! This is something I wish I had known when I got my bunnies over a year ago as babies. I did as much research as possible beforehand so that I knew how to properly care for them however this was something that I missed entirely as I never saw anyone talking about it nor did I think much about it because of how friendly they were to each other and always together so once my buns began getting to that age where their hormones really kicked in and slowly started showing signs of aggression towards each other I was terrified and had no idea what to do but luckily I was able to get them separated before anything intense happened and was then able to get them neutered but it was one of the scariest experiences I ever had seeing how they went from being buddies and siblings to appearing as though they hate each other.
@@luisaviles3160 it is SO important to know, and appreciate how serious this is. I have had to see the sad posts of owners in pain after their "best friend bunnies" literally ended each others lives, or they needed to be rushed for life saving surgery, costing thousands of dollars, due to owners either not knowing, OR in most cases, thinking their buns were the exception. They paid dearly and while I can't feel much sympathy for people who know and choose not to listen, but these innocent lives deserve better than human naivety/selfishness/stupidity. When you take a being into your care, it is your sole responsibility to provide it the best possible life and to keep it safe. I cannot stand by while such vital info is ignored.
I appreciated this comment so much. So how would you suggest I move forward as they are used to being free roamed together and I am out at work for 7 hours every other day. Should I just keep them caged separately while I'm gone for the next 2 months?
@@maliajanell This is where it sucks.. They shouldn't be free roaming until bonded. Once they're spayed at approx 6months and a full 6-8 weeks post op to give the hormones time to die down, they can be bonded and free roamed again. Until then, definitely keep them separate. I used to keep mine in different rooms but that wasn't great for mine, bonding was really hard. I ended up giving them an entire bedroom in my house divided into 3 so they have space but also some exposure to each other. Bonding still isn't easy but for mine, there's less fighting. If you can, have them living side by side until they're ready for bonding. If you notice they're aggressive through the bars, you might have to move them to separate rooms. I know some cases like that. They're social animals, but my gosh they are not easy to socialize in many cases. One of my boys needed facial surgery after a bad session with my other boy. I know of many who have sustained severe injuries and a few who have sadly been killed by their once best friend. Its so hard to watch that happen. It sucks to keep them apart and not free roam them, but it's only for a few months :)
So I have had a lot of rabbits, and typically they don’t like being held, however they can get used to it. I would suggest just holding your bunny like once a day for a couple minutes and then just pet them whenever, and they usually will be every social that way!!🤍🤍🤍
I love their space, you're doing a great job as a first time bunny mum. My bunnies hate being held (most buns do) and I only do it when absolutely necessary and it's helped our bond, they now love to cuddle and will even hop onto me for cuddles now. Alfalfa hay is a good snack and great for younger bunnies but isn't good for adult bunnies (over 6months old) long term as its higher in fat and calcium which can lead to health issues. I hope these tips help, you can always message me on Instagram if you need any more help 😊💖
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I think your doing a really nice job especially because you haven’t had bunnies before. Just keep in mind that rabbits are prey animals which makes them take longer to create a bond with a human, I would suggest watching Lennon the bunnies TH-cam channel to provide more info for you. Also don’t be to hard on yourself because everyone is learning.
Thank you! That is so comforting to hear! That does make sense. Olive has been jumping on my legs when I lay down so that is an exciting improved! I'll definitely watch some more of her videos!
Yes she needs to watch Lorli thank goodness she replied to your comment
I love Lennon the Bunny and I recommend it tooo
Yes, lennon the bunny is amazing! Also sincerely cinnabun does a lot of videos on rabbit bonding
For someone who claims to know nothing about rabbits you're off to a really great start :) Your girls are really gorgeous. Definitely respect their space to an extent, sitting on the floor with them and getting them to climb on you for pellets is a great way to get them used to contact with you, but it is really important to get them used to being picked up. I don't recommend picking them up just to hold them, but they do need to be used to it for grooming, nail clipping, vet visits etc, you can acclimate them by just picking them up for a few seconds and putting them back down and slowly extending the time. Hay generally doesn't need to be transitioned, but if they're not eating the new hay definitely grab some more timothy so they don't go without. The only two concerns I see are the puppy pads, they are a big danger if chewed, and the baby bond that you mentioned which is a very real thing. At around 12 weeks there's a good chance their hormones can lead to some serious fighting, so just be prepared to separate them at short notice. Ideally they need to be spayed because females are at very high risk for reproductive cancers and it will help them get along long term. :) You're doing great though, I love that you're so open to learning and feedback. They're going to have a great life with you.
Gah dayum u wrote a whole paragraph 😟 js playin man , love the recommendations tho
Thank you so much! This was all so helpful. I'm going to focus on trying to get them used to being held so I can properly groom them!
I'm also gonna get some more hay tmr because it stresses me out that they aren't eating their alfalfa hayy
@@maliajanell Sounds great! Yep hay is crucial for dental and gut health.
And they need to be comfortable being held
Bunnies sometimes get scared when you pick them up because there prey animals so their instincts is that ur trying to grab hold of them like a eagle or something. But if ur bunny is comfortable and feels safe you can pick it up! Sorry if I’m bad at explaining but hopefully this helped! 💞
The best way to get them used to you and friendly is to spend time on their level. Just sit on the floor, read or do whatever and let them come to you.
Perfect! I try and do that as much as I can:)
They’re so tiny and cute for the hay I would recommend feeding mostly Timothy and a bit of alfalfa until there about 6 months your doing a great job
Timothy is for older bunnies tho, these are babies, alfalfa would be best
No Timothy hay is recommended for adult bunnies. Babies should be fed mostly alfalfa or even all alfalfa
you are taking great care of your buns, just make sure when holding them you hold them tight, close to your chest and support their back feet, this makes them feel secure and safe. also a bonding tip is lay down on the ground and let them come to you, since ur a lot bigger then them they get scared when you bend over them, so getting down on their level makes them understand that you are not a treath.
Thank you so much! I have been trying this and I think it is helping! They don't wiggle as much so hopefully it's less scary for them
NEVER USE ANYTHING SCENTED AROUND BUNS IT’S DANGEROUS I’M NOT YELLING, IT’S JUST BCZ I’M SCARED
(Stain and odour thingymeboby is fine tho dw 🖤✨)
I'm so glad you got her a sister. I have two sisters too, i had to get them nutured quickly. But now they are lovely.
How did neutering them both go? did you do it at the same time and what age? If you don't mind me asking
@@maliajanell It was around 6 month old. I had an appointment for both of them at the same time. It was fine, they recovered quickly. ^^
You can get them a cardboard box and put 2 doors in it my bunnies love sleeping in them also you’re doing an amazing job caring for them
I'll definitely try that!
Cheapest, safest, and easiest hide out!
Another bun for FREE that is amazing!!! They are both absolutely precious 🤍 I think you are doing amazing for a first time bun owner! I just got my first bun 3 days ago from craigslist and mine was fed mainly pellets his whole life so he isn't eating much of his hay either!
Aww congratulations on the new bunny! Yeah I've noticed the more pellets they have the less hay they eat so I'm trying to find a good balance! Thankfully their poops look normal so that helps keep me at ease!
@@maliajanell they are absolutely precious, I'm so excited for you and I LOVE your videos on them so far
Your girls are so gorgeous and i would not recommend forcing them to be held in my opinion i would lay next to them on the floor and pretend there invisible to see how they react xx
My buns that I got a couple months ago on the first day didn’t eat any hay (i dont think they had it much at the breeder) and it scared me so my mom bought straw as that’s what was in their litterbox at the breeders and then they had some straw and a bit of hay
Edit: oh no almost forgot that I miss you my babies
I really like your bunnies !!!! I can see the happiness they have brought into your life in your new smile now that you have them !!! Very happy for you and the baby girl bunnies !!!!! 🐰🌈💕🐰
I have two female unspayed bunnies and they are best friends forever, I wouldn’t cut them up via surgery (it can be VERY TRAUMATIZING for them), if they can get along together without it. 🙏
Aw thank you so much! I definitely love them!
My buns took forever to be comfortable with me! Bubbles was so skittish and literally afraid of my shadow, now he loves me and lets me hold him! Binky used to attack me any chance he got but now he runs up to me for pets (still doesn’t like being held though) What I found was lying with them on my bed really helped (as long as they don’t pee lol) and lying on the floor and not picking them up much then they become so comfortable with me being around and not doing anything they don’t like that now they allow me to, well Bubbles does but Binky allows me to touch him lol. Also they were bonded when they were babies but started fighting when they went through puberty, make sure you separate them when you notice their behaviour change cause I ended up having to take Binky to the vet cause he got injured :( but once they’re neutered/spayed can be rebonded! I’m sure you know this already hope I’m not coming across pretentious lol 🙈
Thank you so much for your comment! It gives me hope that they will eventually have a bond with me! Because I love them so much. Okay, I'm going to keep an eye on them for any signs of aggression. I'm worried because they are alone when I work... So, should I just keep them separated for 2 more months given that they are used to free roaming and being together?
@@maliajanell They will! Also when I separated mine they became more bonded to me because obviously I’m their only source of affection at the moment. Males can start puberty at 3 months and females at 5 months so I’d separate them around that time. Mine began with chasing then humping before any aggression so just look out for that kind of behaviour. Also they can still bite each other through the playpen so even when separated I wouldn’t let them free roam unsupervised. It’s annoying to keep them apart and may seem unfair to keep them enclosed but it will just be temporary and best for them in the long run! x
@@maliajanell have they been spayed? I heard from other channels it improves their temperament.
Just came across your page and let me just say, you are doing a great job for starters. Love the set up you’ve done in the corner of your closet. If you like please reach out to me and I can guide you more on tips and tricks. I’ve got my own little bunny and have had him for nearly 3 years and I was in the same boat as you, didn’t know anything about them and I just learnt as I went. Still to this day I still found out more things about them. You’re doing great 👍🏼 😊
Oh that is comforting! Thank you for your comment
SUCH A GREAT DUO
I usually I put a flash light from my phone under my bunny nail and make sure I don’t cut the quick and the quick is the blood supply of their nails
Basically let them have a bit off space and then if they sit on you they will want fuss and then if u want to handle them u need to aproch them slowly get on the ground and then stitch with them and then when they fell confterbel they will let u pick them up
hii bun mom here id advise getting a litter box that’s bigger than that it’s almost the size of them and that’s not enough space unfortunately!
i wouldn’t recommend lennon the bunny specifically because most of her bunny videos cater to lennon only. id recommend Victoria Raechel
young rabbits NEED alfalfa hay they have more vitamins and minerals than the regular grass hay try to slowly transition them to alfalfa hay until they’re about 5 months
it’s really good that they’re free roamed at a young age ! especially if they know their space you’ll be fine
Thank you! Okay, I'll check her out! thank you so so much! yeah, I'm trying to get them to eat their hay in genral as they got out of the habit since switching to alfalfa and then back to grass hay and mixing it with Alfalfa
I think your setup is beautiful I Love it so much but maybe a bigger hiddey house like one that they could sleep and feel cozy and preteckted in. And more toys! No hate what so ever I love your channle so much your doing great!
Thank you so much! My buns aren't to intrested in the toy I have gotten... they just love chewing cardboard and wik things! So I'm trying to find more toys they might like! Just made a hide house out of a box for them though!
Transition Always slowly with any food!! Your doing great alfalfa is not necessary for kits it just adds some extra calcium and calorie for the babies but Timothy hay is best cut 1 or 2 I recommend I use small pet select I find it being the best quay and they have mixes u can buy as well as awesome treats and forage oxbow does sell
Bulk hay as well mine just don’t like it!
Okay! I'll definitely do that!!
cute bunnybons
Thank you! Do you have one?!
@@maliajanell no, I am not sure I could handle one. I have my hands full with a doggo :P
Hey I don’t know much about rabbits but I do have Guinea pigs and I am pretty sure if rabbits respiratory system is anything like Guinea pigs but if they are and air fresheners or strong scents could possibly give the rabbits an upper respiratory infection so I would just steer clear of and strong scented things
Thank you!! I have stopped using it just in case it isn't safe!
You're doing an amazing job!! Took me a while to figure it all out. When I first brought my rabbit home, I got the typical pet store cage and a few weeks later he chewed a massive hole through it. So he told me that free roaming was the way to go. Many years later and he's still king of our home. I'm glad people have become far more educated on how to properly care for a rabbit, so they can have the best quality of life. Your babies are lucky to have you.
I told my dad to get me one but I can’t bc I don’t know 🤷♀️ 😂😂
this is so funny i was gonna get olive but then my parents said no
With the alfalfa and timothy hay, i had the same exact problem! The pet store i got my bunny from, was feeding them timothy hay despite them only being 9 weeks old so i tried to transition her to alfalfa idk if i did it too quickly or what but a lot of the cecotropes a bunny should normally eat she was just pooping out so i just keep her on timothy and sprinkle in a little alfalfa hay as opposed to trying to transition. Not quite sure if thats the best move but since I’ve been doing that, I haven’t been seeing as many cecotropes
Audi is so adorable 😍
Thank you😭🐰
Just make sure you get them unlimited Timothy Hay plenty of freshwater not too much pellets just like one fourth cup of pellets for bunny once a day make sure you give them fresh leafy greens not too many carrots bunnies like baby carrots the best never give bunnies iceberg lettuce give them romaine lettuce and dark leafy green lettuce they love kale you can Google what foods are safe to feed your bunnies and what's not safe to feed them other than that you're doing a great job they are beautiful
I meant to say one fourth cup of pellets for each bunny once a day is enough pellets
This was so helpful thank you! I'm looking forward to giving them more then just pellets when they are older
You really are doing everything right from everything I’ve seen! This is so wholesome. Alfalfa is good for baby buns, if they don’t eat it it’s good to mix it with a different kind of hay to give them some variety. Once they are adults, I recommend Timothy hay! I also make sure to get scent free pup pads.
You may notice them pur and “honk”. Mine honks when he’s so excited he can’t contain himself hahaha.
That is so so cute! I hope i'll start to notice those! I dont think they have yet.
Cute
U need to get Timothy hay😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
For future reference, and for others, one: never get a pet without knowing how to properly take care of them and doing all the necessary research, and two: I recommend adopting rabbits instead of buying from breeders but if you are buying a from a breeder it should be ethical which means a humane living space, breeding to better the species and not for profit, meat, or for cute babies. (In my opinion ethical breeders shouldn’t lop eared rabbits, rabbits with smooshed faces, or any other breed that can have genetic medical issues. With that being said, your care looks amazing! 😁
Thank you for your comment! When I said I didn't know anything about bunnies I more ment I had never had bunnies before and didn't know much about them besides the research I had done. I did quite a bit of research honestly. But sometimes you don't know what to study until you get them and questions come up. But I totally agree. I definitely will look into adoption if I ever get another rabbit, I honestly didn't know they were so popular and that there were so many in shelters:/...
Thank you again for your advice!
Try to watch Lenny the Bunny they provide alot of great bunny advice :)
I have loved some of her videos!
I highly recommend getting babies liquid simethicone for gas..Walmart has it cheap..It has been a huge lifesaver, and it's safe. Also find a Rabbit savvy vet..Make a wellness appt just to establish a clientele..Do not wait for a emergency to find a vet...Vets always take their patients in first. Better safe. Much luck with your bunnies, and welcome to the Rabbit community.
I've never heard of this! I'll have to look more into it and how to get some
I hope you make a day in a life with bunnies!🐰🐰
I can definitely do that some time!
Thanks for the suggestion!
I agree with everyone so far! You’re doing amazing as a first time bunny owner. There’s a few things I wanted to point out in this video. Generally candles or any spray (Febreze) isn’t good for their respiratory system especially if they’re breathing it in. A good way to neutralize odors is getting an air purifier! I have two for my buns and you can’t really tell I have bunnies. It’s very good at bringing in smells, fur, and dust.
Also to clean up their accidents, I would use 50% water and 50% white distilled vinegar. It’s a natural cleaning solution safe for bunnies. Also it works great when you’re cleaning their litter box. The one you used is marketed for pets but a lot of them aren’t exactly safe for bunnies.
When you switch to the adult formula, get oxbow garden select instead of the essentials brand. The essential one is okay but it has soy and cane molasses as the top few ingredients and those aren’t good to feed in the long run. It’s pretty much just sugar.
And to save money you can use wood stove pellets from tractor supply as their main litter based and then put the paper bedding on top. It will help soak way more urine up. And they’re only 7$ for 40 pounds of bedding. It last me about 6 months for 3 buns.
Thank you! I was curious if the frebreze was safe or not. Thank you I found this site informative and helpful! Im hoping to get an air purifier soon
@@maliajanell anything with strong smell or anything toxic. So no febreze. You cannot go wrong with an air purifier! I love them, but watch the cords. We all know bunnies love cords.
Name her Cookie 🍪.
They like Timothy hay :)
Keep in mind alfalfa hay is just for babies i think if i remember correctly up to 6 months then they need Timothy hay. Oxbow pellets are great and best but don't forget to give them veggies like lettuce and carrots and i suggest some safe items that encourage foraging. As someone else said watching Lennon the bunny is very resourceful. About handling i say trust your gut based on the bunny's behavior. If a bunny wants to be petted and maybe picked up they will bump you with their heads. I wouldn't force it at least not in the beginning but that's just me. I would say with the more skittish one no at least not yet let her get over the new home stress first. The other one might be more willing to be handled. It seems Lennon lets her handle her so it really is different for each bunny they all have different personalities too just as us. Trust your gut on what you feel they might like or want as you get to know them and pick up on their cues. Yes bunnies have cues. One is the thump, if they thump at you they clearly are saying no or f you. If they head butt you they are wanting attention. But always move in a way opposite to a predator. Ergo don't come over them like a hawk. Go under for picking up. And so on.
My boys had a baby bond which broke when hormones kicked in. I’m so sad ! I’m thinking of getting a girl for one of my boys and attempt to bond either one of my boys to the girl after she’s desexed. I am so scared it won’t work out🤧😮💨
Why not try to rebond the boys after a while when they have been neutered instead of getting a new bunny?
@@lieska333 it’s too stressful. We did try to bond them and not even after 1 second they’d bite and snap at each other really badly. We tried neutralising the area many times but they aren’t compatible. They’ll literally kill each other. And I was also bitten. I also did get a girl she’s around 4 months old now. They all live in separate enclosures. Waiting to get my girl spayed and bond with one of my boys. Boys just live side my side now in separate enclosures.
so cute! you're doing a great job, and especially, you did a AMAZING decision by letting them be free roam, and having a ex pen to. sad that people still use cages, but i think you're doing such a great job. I've been researching for awhile, and i think im going to get a bunny to! hope i wont go broke ;w; and if you dont already, watch lennon the bunny and sincerely, cinnabun those are GREAT channels for tips and tricks for bunnies.
also oh my god you're so underrated
Youre so sweet! Thank you for your comment. Also I hope you can get a bunny one day! They are special animals :)
They are just so so cute! I will tell you that you’ll have to separate them until they are neutered. Unfortunately even though they are sisters, they will fight. It can be deadly. Once they are 4 months you’ll want to wean them off the young rabbit food, and alfalfa hay. Congrats on being a new bun mom. You’re doing great! I have a lop too and I love them so much. Their personality’s are great!
Thank you! Yes, I'm going to be separating them soon! Once I have another litter box. Thank you for the tip. I'm excited for them to be more comfortable with me. I love watching them hop around like crazy little buns
Agree with Hannah’s comments and the rest. You’re doing an amazing job. Please keep sharing your journey 💕🐰
You need to hold and handle them so they get used to it. No animal likes being held at first. They are babies and prey animals. So they will be scared at being held at first. The more you do it the more comfortable and calm they will be and they will learn that you won’t hurt them and even like it. Yes some will never like being held like my cat but just because at first they don’t like that doesn’t mean don’t do it. Just like people you got to do things that are scary at first but the more you do the the calmer you are. So handle them pick them up start with short and then longer
I think you are doing a wonderful job. I have 4 little bunnies who free roam. I myself still have much to learn but the journey has been awesome. I feed mine Timothy Hay. They tend to get board so I keep things moving in their little world to entertain them. They prefer me to lay in the floor so they can climb on top of me and play. I have a sweet bond with each one. I have a little girl and 3 boys. Lily my girl is the only one who has not been fixed yet and she is already on the schedule for her turn next month. They get along fine. They love attention and are very affectionate animals. Having them fixed will calm them a bit and stop the spraying. They will chew down your walls or just anything their little mouths can wrap around. Their teeth continually grow so they have to chew on a regular basis to keep their teeth filed. God bless you precious one and keep up the great work 😊
Aw thank you for your tips! Yes, I'm excited for them to get spayed so I'm not scared leaving them alone! I love them so much though!
hi!! when theyre younger you should feed them alfalfa hay! my bunny is almost 6 months and I've been feeding her alfalfa hay!
Thank you!
You r doing really great! For the first six months of there life they need lots of alfalfa hay because it’s loaded with fiber but once they r older they shouldn’t get any! Also no rabbits r to young for free range. But one thing is Febreze is really bad for the buns because they have sensitive lungs I recommend gettting an air purifier and doing more research on bunny safe products to use for smell
Okay! I have stopped with the febreeze and am just opening the window until I can get an air purifier
I NEED TO KNOW YOUR BREEDER!!!😃 SO CUTE
Your doing amazing considering it’s your fist time having buns I’d start feeding Timothy hay at 5 month I’d check it Cinnabuns channel they give great advice for bonding with your rabbits
if youre worried abt the smell and stuff get an air purifier, i used to be worried abt people coming in my house thinking it stinks so i got an air purifier and it helped with the smell:)
Mix the alfalfa hay with Timothy Hay together and after bunnies are six months old switched him to just Timothy Hay no more alfalfa because that's just for baby bunnies
Beautiful little does!😍 Definitely checkout Sincerely, Cinnabon and Hook’s Holland Lops! Both are VERY informative and experienced too! You are doing a WONDERFUL job so far lady!🥰
All of that is good but if you have and electric wires you should cover it and I love how you free Rome them also they are cute no actually adorable
Edit: if you kinda wait they will love you more and more always be kind with them
Edit 2 : if they don’t eat the alfalfa hay it’s okay they’re not used to it you can give them the normal hay they are used to cause you can’t change there food and expect them to like it so it’s better to give them the one that normally have so don’t ever be scared if they don’t eat the alfalfa hay
Okay, thank you so much for your tips! I've been mixing the hay, they still only eat the grass so I think it's their preference! As long as they are eating hay the better rightM
@@maliajanell yeas dont be scared if they dont eat all types of hay they are just like 2 of my bunnies they dont eat all type of hay so if they eat the hay or grass the one they are used to they are all right
Try pine pellets in their litter box. It’s great at absorbing the smell and it’s a lot cheaper than the regular soft litter ones. I’ve only had my dwarf lop for a couple of months now.
Wow thankyou for updating us again about the bunnies!😢🐰❤️
Of course!! Thank you for your support!
hi! congrats on your buns!!! free roaming babies is not recommended! i would recommend them staying in their cage half the day and the other half letting them roam! i would also switch to timothy hay!! that is the best hay for bunnies! also it can take months for them to be fully comfortable with you!! it takes them a while to warm up since they’re prey animals! you’re doing great!!❤️
i’m personally not a bunny owner however i do own guinea pigs and i definitely know what you mean when you say you want to respect their space! my advice is to respect their space to an extent. what helped me tame my guineas was to sit with them whilst they’re running in my room so that they get used to my presence, then i would get treats and lead them closer to me. eventually they got used to me and they allow me to pet and hold them without a problem :))
When the bunny gets older use Timothy hay and btw my rabbit died last year and even tho I’m not ready for a new one I wanna get a new one so ya im waiting for a new rabbit then ima make a shared account of me and my rabbit but idk if it can be in my room so 😭 I crying
You have rabbits?
Yep!
Timathy hay is what they need
I’m thinking about getting a bunny at my dorm…, but I wanted to ask you how big is your dorm room and what do you give them and what do you use as material to keep them busy? I need information from people with experience about living in a dorm with a bunny
Thank you!!
Hi!! My dorm isn't crazy bug I have a moving in vlog if that helps give more of a size comparison. My bunnies love wiker and wooden basket type material far more then toys made out if hay. So I usually give them those types of things to keep them busy they also love card board so that's an easy one to keep in stock.
I would say prepare to learn what your bunny like! Get a few different types and materials for toys and then you'll see which ones they like most:)
If you don’t know what to do, just watch Lennon, the bunny and Elsa cinnamon bun
hey just to let you know that I have a rabbit called Oreo and looks like Olive and I also want to say is that wait like 1 month so maybe your rabbits could get used to you and your scent and maybe allow them to let you hold them. I have had Oreo for about 3 months and he has been letting my hold him better and has been litter-trained and last thing do you bunnies x-pen around every week as well as give them a lot (1 scoop shall be enough) more pellets/nuggets ,give then less veggies and Timothy Hay when they're older or try give it to them now - Samara (I'm a big fan please try to reply) XOX
Aww I bet Oreo is adorable! How old is Oreo, is he 3 months? Okay, I'll give them some more time to get more comfortable! It makes sense that they might be a little more timid! Thank you so much for your support and comment!
@@maliajanell he is like 8 months or something
@@lonelyyute5886 Aww so still pretty young!
For the hay you can mix the alfalfa and Timothy hay together
Are you ready for Easter
I am!
OTTIE AND OLIVE OMGGG SOOO CUTE !!!❤❤
I think you should just give them grass hay and put a little bit of alfalfa to mix in.
That's what I'm thinking too! It's better that they eat hay then not right?
Olive looks just like my Boy Mochi
you look so excited🥹
2 bunny Chanel’s are 101 rabbits and Lennon the bunny. Those are 2 reputable sources for bunny care.
Thank you!
@@maliajanell no problem!!🙂
Watch The Bunny Lady, 101 Rabbits, Sincerely Cinnabun, Lennon
Thank you! They have been so helpful
Ollie is so cute ❤
I recommend picking them up once in a while just so they aren’t as scared. You are going to have to some times for vet visits and other things like that. They don’t have to like it but if you do it like once a week they will definitely not be as scared. (Always offer a treat)
Your bunnies are so cute I have to of them as well 😍
Awww they are so fun! A little stressful at first just cause I'm still so new and don't want them to get sick bit I love them so much!
Aww your doing amazing. They are so cute x
Thank you!!
What breed are the bunnies?
holland lops, she said in first video
You can ask a vet to trim nails that is what I do just a little tip
you need to be really careful having them together while they're not spayed. Rabbits are very hormone driven and will likely fight, possibly to the death once the hormones kick in around 12 weeks of age. Please thoroughly research proper rabbit bonding. I have seen so many woes from people making the mistake of assuming since they're related they'll love each other forever and serious injuries and death have occurred. Don't be naive and think that yours are the exception. They are not, and this terrible thought process is why injuries and fatalities happen. You took them on, and it's your job to do right by them. You can't un-injure them or un-kill them when it happens. Rabbits are not easy pets, so the more research you do the better. Rabbits by nature don't like to be held, let them be who they are, naturally. Being prey animals, they need to feel safe and they won't associate you with good things if you make them feel afraid. I'm not sure why people just get animals without researching, and I appreciate that you're trying but for the sake of those two innocent lives, buckle down and do your part to make sure they're safe, properly fed and looked after.
This!!! This is something I wish I had known when I got my bunnies over a year ago as babies. I did as much research as possible beforehand so that I knew how to properly care for them however this was something that I missed entirely as I never saw anyone talking about it nor did I think much about it because of how friendly they were to each other and always together so once my buns began getting to that age where their hormones really kicked in and slowly started showing signs of aggression towards each other I was terrified and had no idea what to do but luckily I was able to get them separated before anything intense happened and was then able to get them neutered but it was one of the scariest experiences I ever had seeing how they went from being buddies and siblings to appearing as though they hate each other.
@@luisaviles3160 it is SO important to know, and appreciate how serious this is. I have had to see the sad posts of owners in pain after their "best friend bunnies" literally ended each others lives, or they needed to be rushed for life saving surgery, costing thousands of dollars, due to owners either not knowing, OR in most cases, thinking their buns were the exception. They paid dearly and while I can't feel much sympathy for people who know and choose not to listen, but these innocent lives deserve better than human naivety/selfishness/stupidity. When you take a being into your care, it is your sole responsibility to provide it the best possible life and to keep it safe. I cannot stand by while such vital info is ignored.
I appreciated this comment so much. So how would you suggest I move forward as they are used to being free roamed together and I am out at work for 7 hours every other day. Should I just keep them caged separately while I'm gone for the next 2 months?
@@maliajanell This is where it sucks.. They shouldn't be free roaming until bonded. Once they're spayed at approx 6months and a full 6-8 weeks post op to give the hormones time to die down, they can be bonded and free roamed again. Until then, definitely keep them separate. I used to keep mine in different rooms but that wasn't great for mine, bonding was really hard. I ended up giving them an entire bedroom in my house divided into 3 so they have space but also some exposure to each other. Bonding still isn't easy but for mine, there's less fighting. If you can, have them living side by side until they're ready for bonding. If you notice they're aggressive through the bars, you might have to move them to separate rooms. I know some cases like that. They're social animals, but my gosh they are not easy to socialize in many cases. One of my boys needed facial surgery after a bad session with my other boy. I know of many who have sustained severe injuries and a few who have sadly been killed by their once best friend. Its so hard to watch that happen. It sucks to keep them apart and not free roam them, but it's only for a few months :)
Yea just let them come to you
So I have had a lot of rabbits, and typically they don’t like being held, however they can get used to it. I would suggest just holding your bunny like once a day for a couple minutes and then just pet them whenever, and they usually will be every social that way!!🤍🤍🤍
I love their space, you're doing a great job as a first time bunny mum. My bunnies hate being held (most buns do) and I only do it when absolutely necessary and it's helped our bond, they now love to cuddle and will even hop onto me for cuddles now. Alfalfa hay is a good snack and great for younger bunnies but isn't good for adult bunnies (over 6months old) long term as its higher in fat and calcium which can lead to health issues. I hope these tips help, you can always message me on Instagram if you need any more help 😊💖
You are doing great try holding them feet to chest and they should be less scared
Thank you so much! I'll try that next time🤞 hopefully it helps