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    • magicpeach
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        I got my new mini lop ashton today and the breeder I got him from says I should hold him as much as possible (the more he’s held the sweeter he will be). Should I follow this advice? I understand most people say to give them a day to start introducing yourself to the bunny slowly.
        I did decided to try it out… and he really doesn’t seem to care. He doesn’t fidget or run away. He just stays calm and eventually falls asleep. When I put him down I wanted to see what would happen if I slowly approached my hand towards him for a petting. He nudged my hand. I’m not sure what to think of that either. Should I give him the space and introduction that I see most people do?


      • Wick & Fable
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          I don’t think holding him as much as possible is right. If Ashton seems to not mind it, I think that’s a testament to his personality and you don’t need to force it at all. Picking him up during litter training and getting him away from places he shouldn’t be should be practice enough if he’s fine with it already.

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        • magicpeach
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            Just the answer I was looking for. Thank you


          • Mikey
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              You can train a rabbit to deal with being picked up and held. Youll sit and pick them up for a few seconds, then put them down. You can do this a few times a day, and only for a few seconds each session. You can start it at any age


            • magicpeach
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                I’ll definitely train him to deal with being held since I need to for health checks and such thanks for the advice!

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