I just want to note you might not need to traumatize them, some reserve that for tough bonds or as a last resort

Haha, you're right. I meant more as a final "cement". Since by then you will probably need to vacuum anyways!

Posted By KytKattin on 01/06/2012 12:50 PM
Haha, you're right. I meant more as a final "cement". Since by then you will probably need to vacuum anyways!

 

I wish my girls cared about the vacuum! They're like, whatever Mom. I'm hoping if I give them the same "Mom" look I give my children, they'll just behave themselves haha.

another update if anyone is interested:
I let both boys out when I was cleaning the cages, and they behaved extremely well! Smog groomed Luna, they ate together, and cuddled side by side! there was binkying, flopping to the ground and everything. They seem to love each other a lot - is it still necessary to get Smog neutered? He's a very shy bunny and it looks like he may be more on the submissive side, with no sign of agressiveness whatsoever.

I just read your thread that one sprayed the other, thats not a good thing. You *need* to keep them separate. I know its hard, trust me I've waited over 2 months and am still waiting 2 more weeks because its what is best for my rabbits. Its not that long in the scheme of things, and it prevents a long list of possible injuries. I just read another thread elsewhere that her bunnies fought and one bit large chunks out of the others ears
Smog may be acting mellow because he's new to everything there and is out of his comfort zone. But once he gets more familiar, he could very possibly change.

For what its worth, my girls groom through the bars but I'm still not introducing them. Its just not responsible, and frankly I don't have the $$$ for emergency vet bills, so I'll wait Even though it sucks waiting hah.

yet ANOTHER update haha! I took Smog to the vet today to get neutered, and guess what - he's actually a she!! No wonder the two got along so well - it was a classic m/f pairing. I'm a bit concerned that she might be pregnant though as she lived with her brother when they were both unfixed and there was a looot of humping, and Luna had a go too! But it's all looking fine so far. Anyway, they're both doing great and thanks for all the advice!

I hope she's not pregnant! Male bunnies can get a female pregnant for 4 weeks post-neuter, so there's a chance. Definitely take her in to get spayed immediately in case she is pregnant.

My boy Chubs wanted nothing to do with any female rabbits when we were bunny dating! He was very aggressive towards them. Comet is so mellow and doesn't have an aggressive bone in his body which is just what Chubs needed. They are both boys and have been very happily bonded for about 2 years now It's definitely possible! Bonding is hard no matter the sexes of the rabbits, just be patient and think about the end result which is very worth it!