Hello, everybun! As you probably know, I am living with Kayla again and loving it. We did live together before, but last year we got into a little quarrel and had to be separated; now all has been forgotten. It is so nice to have somebunn to cuddle up to. Life has really changed for me and her. How so? Well, for one reason she likes to keep me clean with all her licks! (I never got a lick before from her, I guess she missed me!) Second, we’re not so lonely anymore- I’ll explain why in a moment. If you’re considering getting a second bun, I’ve come up with a few reasons why it’s such a good idea:
1.) Pairs are much easier to care for, their happier, get into far less trouble, and don’t get nearly as bored.
2.) Speaking of boredom, did you know that boredom and depression are common symptoms of loneliness in rabbits? These are accompanied by destructiveness and hyperactivity in some rabbits. Humans can fill some of the companionship, but since you can’t be fluent in all rabbit talk, we need “somebunn” to talk to and play with. The way we talk is not so much with sound as it is with our movements like grooming or the way we breathe. Having Kayla around when we’re out and about is fun; we binky over each other and chase each other around!
3.) If you’re thinking “won’t it be more expensive to have a second bun?” think again. Hay, pellets, fruits and veggies, and litter won’t break the budget. The only exception is medical care. The reason I say this is both rabbits must be spayed/neutered, and even if you start with a spayed/neutered pair, one or both rabbits may become ill and require veterinary care.
So, if you’re considering getting a second bunny, do it! I’m really happy to have two sisters to play with.
-Nilla

Tags: behavior , pairs , health , rabbit care