Bonding a female and male

[Delilahbunny]

Hi 

So i currently have one bun she is spayed and is nine months old, 

I am currently thinking of getting a male bun who is 2 years old from a rescue centre

I am taking Delilah to see him on Sunday but tbh I’m really quite worried

First of all will Delilah like someone coming in and sharing all her stuff with a new bunny and i don’t want to get her stressed or unhappy 

Can anyone give any tips on whats best for bonding 

They will have to spend a 30 mins car journey together to get back home 

I just want to make sure she will be happier with a friend then on her own 

Any advice will be greatly appreciated 

[LittlePuffyTail]

Is the male neutered? Taking Delilah to see him is a good idea. She will let you know whether she likes him or not. Bunnies rarely “fall in love at first sight” and as long as there is no severe aggression most bunnies can become friends and enjoy the company. You need to be prepared to spend time and energy bonding them which may take weeks or, in more difficult cases, months.

[LongEaredLions]

I had almost exactly the same situation with my two bunnies.
My girl bunny was rather curious about the new arrival, she however was a little scared of him because he was new.
It is fine for you to take them home in the same carrier, as long as it is small enough that no real fighting can occur and you want it next to you in the seat so you can break up any humping, etc. The ride is actually a bonding experience because they turn to each other when they are stressed.
Bonding can be difficult, sometimes when I was bonding my two, I wondered if it was even worth it. It took several months, but they did bond, and when I see them flopped side by side and grooming each others faces, I know it was definitely worth it.
If you have the time to bond them and care for two, I would go for it, bunnies really do like friends.

[Delilahbunny]

I really am struggling with this one as i don’t no what to do. The reason I’ve come up with the idea is that i feel bad when I’m at work or asleep at night that she is bored or has nothing to do i feel that I’m not doing the right thing. She roams free all day but i think maybe she would like a friend.When i am in most of my time is spent with her and she’s a very cuddly bun and often licks me but its a hard decision. Most of all I’m worried they won’t get on and she won’t like sharing “her” stuff 

does anyone think its bad to have a single bun?

another thing is i feel bad on the rescue bun

ive not even had her year this is why I’m so worried about it all 

[Zombie-Sue]

Your rabbit is perfectly healthy and happy as a single rabbit, but a friend would almost certainly add to her life.

Another rabbit would definitely add something to her life. There’s no reason to feel bad whatever you decide to do. Research rabbit bonding and that will help you decide.

[LongEaredLions]

Having one bunny is not bad, as long as the bunny gets lots of attention, space and toys. Many bunnies love friends but really don’t know what they are missing while they are single.
If you want a bunny just because you cannot spend all day with your current one, I would think about it for a while. If you want another bunny for YOU and you still have the time to give both bunnies attention, go for it. Neither choice is bad, and I am sure your bunny is just fine alone if you choose to go that route. If you do choose to get another, take your bunny on a date to pick out her own husbun. Bunnies, especially when allowed to pick their own mate, rarely will not bond if given time and effort. I believe that almost all bunnies can be bonded, if the owner tries.

[Delilahbunny]

Thanks so much for your help it’s not the time issue as I do spend so much time around her I just wonder if it would help her but I don’t think I am confident enough to do the bonding that’s what worries me incase they started to fight a lot and things like that

[Baxter n Boos Mom]

The 2 issues I faced after adopting our 2nd bun: 1) both boys’ liter box habits got worse after we bonded them. They both used to have perfect litter box habits, 2) Our 2nd bun is a nervous wreck. We wonder if he might have been better adjusted if he were a single bun, as our Baxter is kind of a bully.

This being said, when they lay near each other, groom each other, eat together – they’re so cute.

[LongEaredLions]

Also, if you really think it would be good to get another bunny but you don’t want to bond them, many rabbit rescues will bond them for you.

[Delilahbunny]

that means i have to leave my bun there right don’t it i would be a bit nervous about doing that as she’s quite shy around people she don’t know

[tanlover14]

I do want to add that you said you were worried about your bunny while you were away from home. I didn’t see anyone mention this so thought I would pipe up – before attempting to get another rabbit MAKE SURE you have the time to bond and cement the bond. Bonding can be a very stressful and time-consuming process. It is a wonderful thing but a lot of people give up in the middle. So if you’re not sure you can commit the time and effort, I would definitely re-think unless you have the ability and time to care for two singles!

I am a VERY strong believer that any rabbits can be bonded if given the time and patience and effort, like LongEared said also! BUT definitely read up on bonding and the process it entails so you can ensure you’re ready for that also!

[Delilahbunny]

Yeah like I worry that she’s bored but she’s normally sleeping tbh! I think I’m going to wait as she’s my first rabbit and I’ve had her for like 9 months now so I don’t feel confident to bond tbh I don’t think that’s fair on the rabbits to do that, times not really an issue it’s more to do with knowing stuff. I’m sure she is a happy bunny well she seems it and we have a great relAtionship ATM so maybe il continue to progress with that

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