Getting a Second Rabbit?

Absolutely respect your decision and kinda wish I hadn't folded with the "you need a second bunny" pressure. My older Holland lop, Pailsey, is 5 years old and has seriously been the most perfect bunny. I had him fixed early and he has never marked and always used a litter box without any error. He would follow us to bed when we would head to our bedroom, and sleep behind the bedroom chair. He would hop up on the bed in the morning if we were being lazy to get pets and let us know he was ready for breakfast. Then a year ago, after our family dog passed, we were worried he might get depressed. So I got a baby girl Holland Lop after a ton of research to add a new Bun. Now do not get me wrong, it did work! Paisley and Hyacinth are completely bonded and in love. BUT, I miss my relationship with Paisley. It is different now that they are bonded and I miss that I was his person. They are precious together 🐰🐰 But we will stick with one next time.

I truly agree with you. I am a new pet and new bunny owner and let me tell you, the anxiety I have in making sure my bunny is in the best of health and happy takes a lot. My mom was telling me to get a 2nd one and I know I wouldn’t be able to handle it. My bun too has some health issues that we are trying to correct so no hurry to get a 2nd one anytime soon.

I actually never fully succeeded in getting my bun a partner due to not finding a match despite several tries. I always felt bad for her that she didn't have a bunny friend. However you're right, bunnies can be very bonded to their owners and we were pretty much best friends and spent so much time together. Your video reminded me of that strong bond and that maybe she wasn't as lonely as I thought 💜

its understandable, i think cinnabun (from what i can see anyway) seems to be just fine without another bun around. nothing wrong with it. i hope you feel better soon too!

I just adopted my sweet bunny named Scarlett, and your videos are literally a live saver. Thank you! 🤍

I want to thank you for saving my buns life. At 9 mons old she had GI stasis, because I follow your advice on everything, I make it a point to watch her eating and check her poop. I was able to see the signs and got her to the Vet, she was hospitalized for 3 nights 💔. She is now 2 and does have a husbun inseparable but I absolutely agree, they can share that bond with you if you have the time. God bless your beautiful, happy, healthy, family of 3 🙏🏼.

I completely understand, support and respect your decision. I had the same choice. I work from home and my first free roam rabbit (wonderful Mini Lop) was in contact with me all day long and did not experience boredom or lack of communication. Now there are two of them, and I can compare the pros and cons. It is more difficult to train and educate them, to maintain order, to monitor their health, they teach each other bad things :))). We had to go through a stressful bonding period. On the other hand, the eldest began to move more, wallow less, they are more confident, bolder and calmer in general, I can easily leave the house for the whole day, knowing that they will not be bored. But to say that the eldest has become much “happier”... not a fact. For example, despite the bond, he is more nervous when feeding occurs because he is very dominant and loves greens and treats very much. So, I think this decision is individual for each owner, their rabbit and their situation

As someone with two bunnies, I think that you are doing what is best for you. Love how honest you were, i have seen both single and paired bunnies thrive. It all just depends on the care of the owner and Demeanor of the bunnies. You are such a great bunny owner, thank you for showing us how to care for a bunny

Thank you!!! Always nuggets of good information!! Happy Sunday!! 🐰

I'm a bun Mom of 6! (my daughters kept rescuings poorly treated buns because they know I'm a marshmallow and couldn't handle the thought of a bun out there needing help.) To say we are nonstop with daily cleaning, feeding, playtime, vet visits, and so much more is an understatement, but I wouldn't give up one of my buns! They all have different personalities and have bonded with their partner. All are fixed and potty trained, so that helps tremendously. I'm also a work-from-home bun mom and wouldn't be able to handle my beautiful chaos if I worked outside of the home. This is my choice, and you are spot on with yours! You know what is best for your beautiful family. Nobody has the right to judge, and from what I have read, nobody has. We still have great people in this world! Side Note: I own 5 air purifiers, 2 Dyson vacuums, 6 pura, and my deck looks like the oxbow section of your local pet store, LOL. This is how I keep my sanity :D. Have a great week, and we all send our love to your home from ours!

Honestly, I don't understand why people would hate on you for deciding not to get a second bunny. The best case scenario is everything works out great and the bunnies form a strong bond easily. But introducing a second bunny can be incredibly stressful on everyone; especially if you buy a baby. Bonding is difficult, and its harder when the first bunny is a female because they're much more territorial than males. Bonding can take months, and sometimes never be successful, and until the bunnies are bonded they need to be kept separate and together time must be supervised. If you buy a baby, you have the added challenge of keeping them separate until the baby can be neutered and all of their mating hormones dissipate. I've had 2 bunnies for about 5 years and I've done bonding twice. While I think it has been worth it, I also completely understand where you're coming from. Especially seeing as you and your husband also work from home. I will also say though, keep your mind open on a second bunny. No matter how much you and your husband love CInnabun and shower her with love and attention, neither of you will ever be a rabbit. Just as though a rabbit can be a great companion animal, they can never take the place of human companions. I'd also say, don't get another holland if you do decide to get a second. I have one too; they're a great breed and I love my princess to death, but hollands are prone to health issues. Lilac has a lot of the same problems as Cinnabun and she's been more work than both of the polishes I've had combined. You'll probably have an easier time with a more versatile breed like a netherland, a dutch or a polish Don't worry too much about age either. When I got Lilac, she was like 10 weeks old and Pepper was 7 years and he took to her pretty quickly.

I wish you posted this sooner! So insightful! Thank you for opening up 🙏🏻

I’m a single bun mom & I wouldn’t change a thing ! I love my bun just the way she is , we are so bonded! She had her own space & loves it !

The pressure to get a second rabbit is REAL! My biggest reason for not wanting to get a second rabbit is fear of the bonding process. I don't have the time/energy to dedicate to that right now, and I've read all the horror stories about it not working, and we just don't have the space for a second bunny setup. I know my little man is happy, he gives me kisses and binkies all the time, and when my husband and I are away during the day for work, he has our two cats to keep him company. Admittedly, they're not all besties, but they don't mind each other, the cats have never shown any prey drive since we brought him home, and they do occasionally have moments of sweetness together.

It's so obvious how happy Cinnabun is and that's the only thing that matters. You are a great bun Mum. 💕🐰

I love your videos so much thank you!

My rabbit hates other rabbits but she loves my cats and dogs!❤

Very thoughtful, wise and prudent of you! ❤

I have 2 male rabbits, 2 large dogs and a sweet blind possum. All rescues - never buy from a breeder please! The dogs love the bunnies but my boys hate each other. So I divided the house for them. I’m considering adopting 2 females for them and have 8 pets. I am the happiest when I have animals around and I have a great system to keep the house spotless. On the other side, I want to move back to Europe where I’m from but the bunnies are the only ones keeping me in the US.

I loved this!!! If anyone is truly rude in the comments and rants they are going to be more than less immature. I agree that if you don’t have the time or at home a ton it does help to have another bun. Yet if your home more or when you are getting home and spend time with them that is super special to your bun for that attention. When we are out and about we have two dogs and two cats that adore our little Ollie. He will run with them play on the cat tubes with them. It helps him bond with them as well. We homeschool so we are home most often times than none. Thanks for sharing!!!! ❤❤❤